Published in the August 17, 2018 edition

SAUGUS — Kathleen M. “Kitty” (Faragi) Sylvain, 73, of Saugus, passed away at the Melrose Wakefield Hospital on August 8, 2018.

Kitty was born and raised in Saugus and attended Saugus schools.

She was the beloved wife of Robert Sylvain for over 50 years. Loving mother of Robert A. Sylvain and his wife Rosemarie of N.H. and the late James W. and John J. Sylvain. Caring sister of Charles Faragi of Middleton, Mary Rizzotto of Tenn. and predeceased by 16 siblings. Cherished grandmother of Dara Rose and Leah Kathleen. Great-grandmother of Ryan, Natalee and Thomas. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Visiting hours were held at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St., Melrose on Monday, August 13. Procession was from the Gately Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 14, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 1155 Main St. Wakefield. Relatives and friends were respectfully invited to attend. Burial in Riverside Cemetery, Saugus.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 51 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114. For directions and to sign online condolence visit www.gatelyfh.com.