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Ernestine Kavathas Obituary

85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 23, 2022, to be with our heavenly Father. She was preceded in death by her husband Sam of 62 years, the love of her life, and joins her brother Mike, sister Alice and grandson Marshall. She is survived by her children, John (Yvonne) Kavathas, Johanna Kavathas Noon, Katina (Michael) Contreras, Sammy Kavathas and Christina (Greg) Mandros. Further survived by her 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m., Friday, November 4, 2022, at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel), Rosary at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Oct. 30, 2022.

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Susanna Minegishi

November 11, 2022

Condolences to the entire Kavathas family. May God bless your sweet Mom. All our love,
Susie (Toledo) Minegishi

Keely Emerine-Mix

November 8, 2022

Johanna and Nick, please accept my condolences for the loss of your dear mother. She was a wonderful woman and raised the two of you and your siblings to be the wonderful people you've always been. May the peace of Christ surround you all.

Keely Emerine-Mix

Melody Hensley

October 30, 2022

Worked with her at Tusd in cafeteria. Always had a smile. She loved her pink T-Bird.
Melody Hensley

Bob and Terri Gastellum

October 30, 2022

Dear Kavathas Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. Your mom was a wonderful person. May God Bless all of you!

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