Nora T. Laffey

Nora Theresa Laffey joined the company of angels and her husband Mike on December 26, 2020. She passed at home. She is survived by her 5 children, Michael, John, Kevin, Eileen and James. She is also survived by her 12 grandchildren Brendan, Collin, Brianna, Sean, Kelly, Katie, Michael, Maureen, James, Ciaran, Megan and CJ.
Born in Ballieborough, County Cavan Ireland, November 27, 1936 Nora was the oldest of eight siblings, Sean, James, Patrick, Brendan, Austin, Bridie, Margaret Rose, and Helen Jean. Nora emigrated to the US by boat in 1952 as a housekeeper. She completed her schooling at Hempstead High School and met her husband Michael at a Dance held at the Irish American Hall in Mineola NY. They were both naturalized citizens with Mike serving the US forces during the Korean war. Nora’s positively and generosity touched the lives of so many people. Nora’s Thanksgiving day dinners for over 35 years are legendary. Always tied to her family in Ireland, Nora’s annual trips to see her family and educate her children about Ireland were always a great source of pride and joy for her. Her warm smile and welcoming spirit will be missed by many who were always welcomed with a cup of tea at her home in either Lettergesh, Ireland or Port Jefferson, NY.
We rejoice that Nora is now happy with Mike in heaven, her love and steadfast Christian faith was as committed as the Pope, her life is an example of humility and kindness. She will be deeply missed by all.
Viewing will be held at 8:30am-10:30am Thursday, December 31st at Moloney’s Funeral Home Port Jefferson Station, NY. Church Services to follow at 11:00am at Infant Jesus Church, Port Jefferson, NY. Followed by a burial at Cedar Hill Cemetery.