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1962
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2025
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Kathy Garris Obituary
January 3, 1962 - April 20, 2025
Kathy Hogge Garris-Burch, 63, of Sandston, VA passed peacefully at home on Sunday, April 20, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Sheila Hogge; her brother, John "Herbie" Hogge; her sister, Melody Brooks and her stepson, Bradley Burch. Kathy is survived by her children, Kristen Taylor, Kasey Burch, and Kevin Burch Jr; her God-daughter, Lindsey King; family and wonderful friends. Kathy adored her children, her animals, the outdoors, and the Lord. Friday, April 25, 2025. viewing 1:00 p.m. followed by a service at 2:00 p.m. at Affinity Funeral Service, 8074 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Interment will be private.
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Apr
25
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Affinity Funeral Service - Mechanicsville Chapel8074 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Apr
25
Service
2:00 p.m.
Affinity Funeral Service - Mechanicsville Chapel8074 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
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