Kathleen Garafola

July 12, 1955 - April 8, 2025

Kathleen R. Garafola (O’Brien), beloved aunt, sister and friend, was reunited with her husband, Dean Garafola, on April 8, 2025.


Kathleen was born July 12, 1955. She grew up in Orchard Park, NY and was one of 6 children. After moving to Florida in the 70’s, she worked for Broward County Sheriff’s office for many years as a Code Enforcement Officer, where she met the love of her life, Dean Garafola. They had a beautiful love story and were together and married for over 25 years.


Kathleen is survived by her sister, Susan; brother, Frank and many nieces and nephews. Although she had no children of her own, she spent her life showing her love and kindness to other people and her furbabies. Her humor, courage, resilience, big heart, love and beauty will forever touch the hearts of all who knew her.


A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at noon at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery (chapel) at 1500 South State Road 7, North Lauderdale, FL 33068.


In lieu of flowers, please donate to the ASPCA in her honor.

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