Catherine Gravesen, 81, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away Friday, February 10, 2017, peacefully, surrounded by her family. Catherine was born July 5th 1935 in New Berlin, NY to the late Oscar and Henrietta (Mathewson) Fletcher.

Kate had many work places: Norwich pharmaceutical, Kraft foods, Storer cable and ended her work career as co-owner with husband Leo at Century 21 Aaward Associates. Leo and Kate lived in New Berlin until they moved to Florida in 1978 for health reasons. Kate has lived in her home since the death of Leo with her faithful pet Odie by her side in the chair. She loved her years of bowling and the many cruises she went on over the years.

She is survived by son, Michael (Debra) Gravesen, daughter, Cindy (Michael) Figger. two sisters, Betty (Fletcher) Mascolo, Barbara (Fletcher) Sweeney (John Cooper) and half-brother Forest Fletcher. Her 5 grandson’s David Gravesen (Kara, Fiancé), James (Sarah) Gravesen, Peter (Jennifer) Gravesen, Barrett (Stacey) Smith, Tyson Smith (Brandon, Fiancé). 4 great grandchildren Brycyn, Brynleigh Smith, Leo Gravesen, Jonathan Gravesen. Many nieces and nephews, and a sister-in-law, Elsie (Leif) Zakarriassen. Kate was predeceased by her husband Leo Gravesen, November 9, 2007

Visitation will be held Thursday 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Feb. 16, 2017 at the Dakin Funeral Home, New Berlin, NY. Funeral services will be held Friday 11:00 AM, Feb. 17, 2017 at the First Baptist Church in New Berlin. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, New Berlin will follow.

Memorial services will be held Friday 2:00 PM, February 24, 2017 at the
Grace Bible Church, 403 Rockcroft Street, Port Charlotte, FL 33954

Friends may visit www.robersonfh.com to extend condolences to the family.
Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel.