Obituary: Kelly Garofola

Kelly Garofola, at 57

Beneath tender skies, the gentle soul of Kelly (Culbert) Garofola took its silent leave from this Earth on January 20, 2024. Born on March 11, 1966, Mrs. Garofola entered this world with a quiet thoughtfulness that would become a hallmark of her 57 years. 

Mrs. Garofola was a kind, loving, and compassionate individual. She had a natural talent for working with children and dedicated many years as an elementary paraprofessional in the Hull Public Schools, bringing smiles, laughter, and love to the children she worked with every day.

In her free time, Mrs. Garofola enjoyed taking walks and finding quiet moments along the bay. She cherished spending time and sharing laughter with her children and husband. She also had a special place in her heart for her beloved animal companion, Molly, with whom she shared many warm snuggles.

Mrs. Garofola is survived by her loving husband, Rob Garofola, and their children, Lilly and Evan Garofola of Hull. She was the sister of Gerald Culbert of Revere, Mary-Lou Markowitz and her late husband, Alan, of Hull, Kathy McLaughlin and her husband, Kevin, of Marshfield, Nancy Corcoran and her husband, Rusty, of Hanover, and Pat Paula and her husband, James, of Hull. She also is survived by her brother-in-law, Kevin Conway of Hull, sister-in-law Kathy Garofola Lo and her husband, Danny, of Pembroke, and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. 

As Kelly is called to join her mother Marion (Van Dine) Culbert, father Lloyd Culbert, and sisters Leona Conway and Betty-Ann Culbert in the heavenly abode, they remain grateful for the precious moments shared.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to gather in solemn remembrance and joyful celebration of Mrs. Garofola’s life on Thursday, February 1 at 8:30-10:00 a.m. in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham. A funeral Mass will follow at 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish, St. Ann’s Church, 208 Samoset Ave.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made in Mrs. Garofola’s memory to a GoFundMe page to help cover the costs of the funeral services.