Florence Johnson Laffey
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Please note service day change due to forcasted weather conditions for Wednesday March 7, 2018
Florence Johnson Laffey of Cochranville passed away at home on Wednesday, February 28, 2018, after a prolonged illness.
Born in Marshalton 12/11/28 she was the daughter of the late Norton and Gertrude (Baldwin) Johnson. She was the beloved wife of Dr. Elmer F. Laffey with whom she shared 70 years of marriage.
Florence was an area resident all her life and a 1947 graduate of West Chester High School. Following her graduation, she was employed at Ball & Ball Brasses in West Chester until the time of her marriage. Following her marriage to Elmer, she became a farmer’s wife for twelve years before solely focusing on the care of her home and children while Elmer attended University. Following his graduation, she was a vital part of his veterinary practice working as a bookkeeper and secretary.
Florence was a member of the Southern Chester County Hospital Auxiliary for over fifty years and for several years served as the organization’s president. She was well known for her efforts to coordinate their plant and bake sale, which was held annually close to Mother’s Day.
She was accomplished in crewel embroidery and knitting making numerous articles over the years. She was an avid member of St Malachi Church where she also volunteered as part of the Church Council, cleaning, organizing events, and helping with socials held on Sundays.
A highlight of her life was her Irish teas on St. Patrick’s Day. After visiting Ireland in 1976 she started the teas for family and friends which became a tradition that lasted the next forty-one years.
She is survived, in addition to her husband, by four children; Robert Laffey and wife Martha, of Cochranville, John Laffey, and wife Linda, of Unionville, Deborah Gallagher and husband John of Lancaster, Diane Rouine and husband Karim of Philadelphia; 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Dr. Linda Arkles, and five siblings; Earl Johnson, Robert Johnson, Edgar Johnson, Richard Johnson and Marian Fell.
Funeral Services will be held at St. Malachi Church, 76 St. Malachi Rd, Cochranville, PA 19330 on Saturday, March 10, 2018. There will be a viewing starting at 10:00 AM, followed by an 11:00 AM mass and then burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Arrangement by Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Elmer, Bob & Martha, & entire
Elmer, Bob & Martha, & entire family:
Our sincere condolences going out to all. May your wife & mother be at peace & no longer suffering. God has laid his healing hand upon her & no longer in pain. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & yours, at this sad time.
Hal & Joanne Hogg and the Hogg Electric guys
Thanks, she will be missed
Thanks, she will be missed
Thanks, hope all is well
Thanks, hope all is well
The Bakers send our condolences
Farewell to a good Cochranville neighbor. Our sincerest condolences to such a good family.
The Bakers
Our condolences
Dear Diane and family,
May God comfort your family at this time with the knowing of God's Love and Mercy. It is from God we come and to Him we return.
May God accept your mother and all her good intentions. May God comfort your family.
Ayesha Weinberg
Condolences
Thank-you, Ayesha, for your kind words.
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Condolences
Diane, Deb and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the recent death of your mother. A mother's love is carried in our hearts until our last breath. May God ease the pain of your loss knowing that you shared your life with such a beautiful soul.
Condolences
Thank you, Theresa, for your kind words!
Diane et al.
My condolences to the all
My condolences to the all The Laffey family you certainly were an inspiration to many you will be remembered by all
Our Condolences
We would like to send deepest sympathy to the family of Florence Laffy. Growing up, she always made me feel like a member of her family. Her kindness was an inspiration to everyone.
Kirk & Elizabeth (Yerkes) Lauver
. A great lady is shining
. A great lady is shining in heaven. Peace to all the family.
Love, Jean and Mathew Pulinka
Mrs Laffey was a kind,
Mrs Laffey was a kind, wonderful lady. I am so grateful to have known her and will miss her.
My love to you all,
Jacey
Uncle Elmer and family
Uncle Elmer and family Thinking of you all at this time of loss. We were saddened to hear of Aunt Florence's passing. Prayers and good memories are what we have to remember. Our deepest condolences and Our Love. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
I am so sorry to hear of your
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing, almost year and and a few days since I lost my own mom. My sympathy to the whole Laffey family---Laurie Brown-Cross
Condolence at your time of loss
Dear Elmer;. Bob & Martha; Debbie & John; John & Linda; Diane & Karim:
I've only encountered your mother a few times, at church. She always had a nice, warm smile and I know that she was a good lady. Please acceot my condolence at your time of loss and cherish the wonderful memories that you have, of her. Her soul is, no doubt, coveying to Jesus the love she experienced on earth, from all of you.
Uncle Elmer and family
I am sorry to hear of Aunt Florences passing and glade of my recent visit. My love and condolences go out to you and your family.
Love and prayers Bill
Dear Debbie-
Dear Debbie-
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Love-
Lisa Wilde
To the Laffey Family
Mr. Laffey, I am so sorry for your loss. Deb, you know I love your Mom and Dad, and my heart is breaking for you.
Love you,
Leslie Bourassa
Heartfelt Condolences
<p>We are honored and blessed to have had Florence in our lives. She was truly a blessing in our lives and we will truly miss her. The condolences of the entire Moulder Family.</p>
<p>John & Lorraine Moulder</p>
<p>Cindy & Mike Owen</p>
<p>Donna & Steve Kelly</p>
<p>Lisa & Shannon McNamara</p>
With Sincere Sympathy
Dear Elmer, Bob, Martha and Family:
I remember Florence from St. Malachy. I'm very sorry to hear of her passing. May she rest in peace with God until she reunites with all of you once again. I enjoyed reading about her wonderful life and would love to know more about her St. Patrick's Day tea if you would like to share with me. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Kerry
We knew her as Mom Mom and we
We knew her as Mom Mom and we will remember her for being happy and lovable, peace to all who love her. 831 The Turners