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Kevin Rafferty Obituary
On Thursday, August 19, 2004, KEVIN CHRISTOPHER RAFFERTY, of Kensington, MD. Beloved son of Kevin and the late Ingeborg Rafferty; brother of Eileen C. Ligday and Ingrid F. Rafferty; uncle of Megan and Katie Ligday; nephew of Helga Russin, Walter Franz and Bridie, Gertrude and Bridget Rafferty; brother-in-law of Robert C. Ligday. Relatives and friends may call at COLLINS FUNERAL HOME, 500 University Blvd., West, Silver Spring, MD, Sunday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD on Monday, August 23 at 9:30 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael's School, 16560 Three Notch Rd., Ridge, MD 20680.
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Patricia Boyle
August 30, 2004
Kevin was a kind and gentle soul. His spirit was full of the love of his family, especially his mother's. He will be missed by all of his cousins on the West Coast and we pray for the repose of his soul. God bless Uncle Kevin, his sisters Eileen and Ingrid and his wonderful brother-in-law Bob as well as his beautiful neices. May they find some small measure of comfort knowing he is once again in the loving embrace of his devoted mother, grand parents, uncles and aunts who have gone on before and prepared a place for him where he will be welcomed into eternity.
With love and affection from Patricia, Jimmy and Seamus Boyle
Michael Avila
August 28, 2004
I met Kevin on my first trip back east over 20 yrs ago. We liked each other immediately. He loved his Sports and was quick to laugh. I was saddened to learn that he was in ill health and even more saddened to hear of his passing. I wish that I had the opportunity to say Goodbye to him and to share a laugh one more time. My thoughts are always with his family on the East Coast and the West Coast.
Anne Hoard
August 25, 2004
Kevin Rafferty was a rare and special man. He was kind, thoughtful, hardworking and involved in life. He cared about people and was not afraid to become involved, which demonstrates what a rare and unique man he was. I will miss him, as many others will, and the world has lost quite a person. However, I feel Heaven has gained a great soldier.
My condolences to his family and may God bless you at this most difficult time.
Harriet Haber
August 22, 2004
As a friend and coworker I am deeply sadden for the loss. Kevin was a great man and will be missed by all. GOD BLESS the family.
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