Kathryn Ann "Kay" (Kanevski) Deslauriers

Ware - Kathryn Ann “Kay” (Kanevski) Deslauriers, a longtime resident of Ware, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at the age of 90 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Brockton, MA she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Helen (Grimes) Kanevski.

She leaves her loving husband of 71 years, Paul A Deslauriers of Ware; her daughter, Lee Ann Martins (Bruce) of Cortland, NY; her son, Michael P. Deslauriers of Ware; her daughter, Susan DiTullio (John), of Hanover; and her daughter, Debra Clancy (Kevin), of Hamilton, OH. She also leaves grandchildren, Matthew Martins (Nicole), Timothy Martins (fiancee Kayla and her son Ethan), John DiTullio (Katie), Christina DiTullio, Sara Danks (Sam), Mari-Kate Supplee (Timothy), Andrew Gage, Eric Clancy (Christine) and Beth Schmitt. She leaves her beloved great-grandchildren, Davey, Evren, Oscar, Mackenzie, Gage, Kalyn, Trinity, Eli and Ethan. She also leaves many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was predeceased by her brother, David Kanevski and wife Becky, son-in-law David Gage, and by her great-grandson, John Luca DiTullio.

Kathryn was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. She enjoyed reading, needlepoint, sewing, bowling, golfing, playing the piano and bird watching. She especially loved her summers in Onset where she met her beloved husband. She enjoyed sitting on the porch visiting with family and friends and watching the boats. She was loved by all. Kay and Paul also enjoyed traveling.

Kathryn worked as a telephone operator in Brockton and in Ware, at Mary Lane Hospital Coffee Shop, and as a teacher’s aid at Ware Elementary for many years before retiring.

She was an active member of All Saints Church where she participated in many church programs.

Calling hours for Kathryn will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 4 to 7pm in the Charbonneau Funeral Home, 30 Pleasant Street in Ware.  A funeral mass will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 11am in All Saints Church, 17 North Street in Ware.  Burial will be in New Saint William Cemetery immediately following Mass.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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