Carol Pater Obituary
We bid farewell to Carol Pater (West Creek, New Jersey), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 12, 2025 at the age of 75. Carol touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Lawrence W. Pater, Sr. (Larry); her parents, Joseph Cavanaugh and Anne T. Cavanaugh; her siblings, Lyn VanLeer, Theresa Miller and Michael Cavanaugh; her nephew Joseph E. Cavanaugh; and her brother-in-law William VanLeer.
She is survived by: her children, Lawrence W. Pater, Jr. (Larry) and Tricia A. McLaughlin (Brian); her granddaughter Madison Rose McLaughlin; and her siblings, Christine Cavanaugh, Rita Steffens (Ron), Regina DeGennaro (Dan), Marie Marr (Bob), Joseph Cavanaugh (Marianne) and Patrick Cavanaugh (Marie). She is also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that you plant a tree or perennial plant in memory of Carol and Larry Pater, a tribute that reflects the love, growth and enduring roots they shared together.
