Kathleen Ann Rafferty Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Kathleen Ann Rafferty of Novi, Michigan, born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on February 24, 2025 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Kathleen Ann departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Kathleen Ann. Though Kathleen Ann may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Aubrey Earl and Catherine Sabina; her husband Dennis M. Rafferty; her children, Caryn Ramirez (late Frank) and Brendan Rafferty (Alexis); her grandchild Ashtyn; and her siblings, Robert Dow (late Nelly) and Dorothy Smith (Robert). She was also cherished by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 8th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Lynch & Sons Funeral Home - Walled Lake (340 N Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake, MI 48390). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 8th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research appreciated. The family has chosen to send donations to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's ResearchDonate Now (https://give.michaeljfox.org).