Cathy “Kate” Arahood, age 62, of Orlando, Florida, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020. Survivors include husband, Ron Arahood; daughter, Cara Arahood; grandson, DJ Ware; granddaughter, Carleigh Ware; great granddaughter, Aubree Ware; son, Ron Arahood Jr. and wife, Jeanette Arahood and grandson, Trey Arahood; sister, Sharon Little and husband, Lanny; brother, John Lawhorn III; brother, Bob Lawhorn and wife, Diane; sister, Robin Colvell and husband, Ed; brother, Randy Lawhorn and wife, Pearly; and brother Tom Lawhorn and wife, Helen. A viewing for Kate, will be held Thursday, February 13, 2020 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Baldwin Fairchild at Chapel Hill, 2420 Harrell Rd, Orlando, Florida, 32817. Kate’s funeral service will be held on Friday, February 14, 2020 from 11:00 am to 12:15 pm at the same location as the viewing. Following the funeral there will be a reception at the funeral home. Kate was born in Dayton, Ohio to Lauretta Leyes and John Lawhorn, Jr. on August 15, 1957. She graduated Patterson-Co-Op in Dayton, Ohio in 1975. On July 4, 1973, she met her future husband, Ron Arahood. On September 10, 1977, after Ron completed Navy bootcamp, they married in his mother’s backyard. Kate and Ron have celebrated 42 wonderful years of marriage. During this time, Kate has lived in Ohio, California, South Carolina, Italy, and, once Ron retired from the military, Florida. She worked for Deardoff Automotive Group for 21 years. Kate was sweet, kind, caring, and loved by everyone who knew her. Other than working, Kate enjoyed, bowling, playing the slots, and shopping. The family of Kate Arahood wishes to extend their sincere thanks to all those who have supported her during her illness. They also want to thank the hospice staff of Advent Health. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society. You can donate by phone at 1-800-227-2345 or mail checks to: American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Please include a short note that your donation is being made in memory of Kate Arahood.
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