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Katherine D. Slama

1929 - 2025

Katherine D. Slama obituary, 1929-2025, Delray Beach, FL

BORN

1929

DIED

2025

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Lorne and Sons Funeral Home - Delray Beach

745 NE 6th Ave.

Delray Beach, Florida

Katherine Slama Obituary

Katherine D. Slama, 95, of West Palm Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully in her home on October 12, 2025. Born on December 29, 1929, in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, Katherine lived a life marked by faith, love, and devotion to her family and community.


Katherine graduated from Our Lady of Wisdom Center in New York in January 1944. It was while roller skating in Mineola, New York, that she met the love of her life, Anthony J. Slama. Their romance culminated in a heartfelt proposal on the Brooklyn Bridge. Katherine and Anthony, affectionately known as "Kay" and "Tony," were married for 50 years until his passing in 1999. Together, they raised two children, Robert and Patricia Mary, in New York until 1972, when the family relocated to Delray Beach, Florida. Katherine worked for many years at Hands Office Supply on Atlantic Avenue, before retiring and settling in Atlantis, Florida.


A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Katherine cherished her family. She leaves behind her children Robert Slama and his wife Karen Slama, Patricia Mary Hastings and her husband Jerry Hastings. Grandchildren, Bailey Kristen Hastings and Jeffrey Michael Slama Hastings, and her great-granddaughters, Fiona Mae Lashells and Falyn Mae Lashells. Her love for her family was boundless, and she took immense joy in nurturing and supporting them, always.


Katherine was a woman of profound Catholic faith, known to many as "Miss Kay." She was an active member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, where she served in the office and lovingly taught the children of the parish about the ways of the Lord. Always ready to lend a helping hand or a listening ear, Katherine's compassion and generosity touched countless lives. Her unwavering faith guided her throughout her life, leading her peacefully to her eternal rest.


Katherine is predeceased by her beloved husband, Anthony J. Slama. She is survived by her children, her grandchildren, great-granddaughters, and many friends and loved ones who will forever cherish her memory.


A Visitation will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 3:00PM to 5:00PM at Lorne and Sons Funeral Home, 745 NE 6th Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 12:00PM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1000 Lantana Rd, Lantana, FL 33462. Burial will follow at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery, 10941 Southern Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411.



May Katherine rest in eternal peace, forever walking in the light of her Lord.

Published by Valley News on Oct. 15, 2025.

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Laura Tubbs

October 28, 2025

Oh my goodness Miss Kay may you rest in peace . I grew up at Hands my mom worked with you and you were so good to me teaching me how to organize and fill cards on the Hallmark side . Spent many afternoons w you after school. Thank you . Love n hugs Laurie Oliver Tubbs .

Vivian Fiscaletti

October 24, 2025

I will miss your smile, laugh and and most of all speaking to you. You were and are the most thoughtful soul. RIP

Lou Fiscaletti

October 24, 2025

Aunt Kay, As a friend you taught me more in lending your gentle ear with a loving heart than words could ever convey.
I love and treasure you.
I am sure God is holding you tight
Rest In Peace Aunt Kay

Sue Yockey

October 23, 2025

She was a beautiful lady inside and out! Always greating with a smile and warm welcome. Rest in peace God Bless❤

Geraldine Langan

October 19, 2025

Aunt Kay, I'll never forget your kind and cheerful personality. I always enjoyed our telephone conversations, and will miss you. Rest Happy and in Peace. With love from your niece, Geraldine.

Janice Horning

October 16, 2025

Doreen and I felt so blessed to have Kay contact us after our mom Dorla, her childhood friend, passed in 2021. Truly a lifelong and beyond friendship. Prayers ascending. RIP

Linda Elbe

October 15, 2025

Aunt Kay will always be remembered lovingly in my heart. She has shown me, in many ways the importance of keeping love, family and prayer in your life. I will strive to continue to follow that path. Lovingly, your niece Linda❤

Aunt Kay, As a friend you taught me more in lending your gentle ear with a loving heart than words could ever convey. I love and treasure you. I am sure God is holding you tightRest In Peace Aunt Kay<br />- Lou

Lou Fiscaletti

October 15, 2025

Aunt Kay, As a friend you taught me more in lending your gentle ear with a loving heart than words could ever convey.
I love and treasure you.
I am sure God is holding you tight
Rest In Peace Aunt Kay - Louis

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Oct

24

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lorne and Sons Funeral Home

745 NE 6th Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33483

Oct

25

Service

12:00 p.m.

Holy Spirit Catholic Church

1000 Lantana Rd, Lantana, FL 33462

Oct

25

Graveside service

2:00 p.m.

Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery

10941 Southern Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

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745 NE 6th Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33483

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