Catherine Profetti

February 19, 1923 - April 9, 2020

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Catherine Olga Profetti of the Bronx, N.Y. She departed this earth on April 9th, 2020 at the age of 97. She was born on February 19,1923 to Charles and Lena Profetti of the Bronx, where she resided her entire life. Catherine, lovingly known as "googs" by her family members was a gifted artist, gardener and seamstress. She was a devoted parishioner of St Benedicts Church in the Bronx. Early in her career she hand painted lamps and decorative plates with artful precision and beauty. She was later employed by Electrical Product Industries in Flushing, N.Y., and was a proud member of Local #3 IBEW. Catherine loved and cherished her family. She leaves behind her sister Edith Pagano (Frank predeceased), Denise Wheatley (Robert), Donna Tompkins (Barry), Deborah Bell (Thomas) predeceased, Doreen Halsall (Thomas). She is also survived by many great nieces and nephews. Catherine will be laid to rest with her parents at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Hawthorne, N.Y. A tree will be planted in her name and memory on protected public lands to restore forests. May its branches offer shade and refuge to all who seek it. Services will be private.