Catherine D. Garofano Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Catherine D. Garofano (Rutland, Vermont), born in Hartford, Vermont, whose life came to an end on September 20, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Catherine D. Garofano or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As Catherine departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Catherine may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Catherine leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Pasquale Garofano and Julia Garofano (Zygo); and her siblings, Dr. Anthony S. Garofano of Ashville, N. C., James P. Garofano of Clifton Park, N. Y. and Mary P. Preedom (Garofano) of Clifton Park, N. Y..
She is survived by: her brother John W. Garofano (Patricia L.) of Fort Lauderdale, FL; her nieces, Denise Waters and Charmaine Lewis; her uncle James; and her aunt Kiki. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.
