Rochester: At age 87, Lorraine passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. She was born in Fall River, MA to the late John and Antonia Carvalho. Lorraine is predeceased by her husband Jack Callahan, her children Michael Piasta, Catherine Piasta, and Paul Piasta Jr. along with her sister Pauline Giglio and her brothers; John, Billy and Ernie Carvalho. Survived by her son John (Denise) Piasta of Honeoye, NY, her granddaughters; Mariah (Brian) Johnstone and Alexandra Piasta, and with her great grandchildren; Isla Johnstone and Gavin Piasta, along with several nieces, nephews and friends.
Lori was the face of Callahan’s Restaurant. Greeting people as they entered, visiting them as they enjoyed their dinner and thanking them as they left. She loved the Restaurant and the customers that came in throughout the thirty plus years she was there. Her personality was welcoming and made you feel like you were family.
Friends and family are invited to call from 3-6PM on Friday, November 26, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia. A memorial mass will take place at 10AM on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at St. Matthews Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Rd in Livonia, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Macular Degeneration Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 531313, Henderson, Nevada 89053. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.
I’m so very sorry to hear of Lori’s passing. She was one of a kind. Her heart was tremendous, she was fearless and caring. She helped me get through some really difficult times. Her kindness and compassion absolutely saved me during my formative years. I will miss her so very much. My heartfelt condolences to her beautiful family.
John, Dee, & family,
So sorry for the loss of your mom.
Your mom was a great inspiration for me. Treated me very well at Callahans when I worked there as a young girl. She treated me like family. Great woman she was and will be missed.
John, Dee, Mariah, Alex and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your Mom/ Grandmother/Great Grandmother was an incredible woman. Vivacious, welcoming, independent, adventurous and truly one of a kind. Michael didn’t fall far from the tree and he too continues to be missed. May you all find solace in the bond of love that holds you together. Blessings, light and love. Lori’s light, love and energy live on.
Chris Grachus
I will miss Lori so much! She was such an encouragement to me. I loved talking with her as I did her hair. She always spoke of her family & how much she loved all of her children & grandchildren & great grandchildren, nieces & nephews! She always had faith in Jesus even though she endured much heartache through the years. She trusted God had a plan. She always told me about her praybox filled with her many prayers & thanks for answered prayers! I know she is at peace now. I pray for God to comfort all of your hurting hearts & I’m so thankful that I was fortunate to know your Mom/Grandma/Great Grandma
Sorry to hear. A great lady that called us on December 12/21/2020. Lori was always happy with a big smile and a big heart.
John, sorry to of your Mom’s passing ,memories working at Callahans.
RIP My old Friend ( Lori ) And my sincere sympathy to John and Deedee and her whole Family.
My sincere condolences to John n Dee Dee and the Callahan n Piasta familys.
Our sincere condolences to John (Deedee) on the passing of your Mom. God Bless You Lori!
So sorry to hear. We remember seeing her at Callahans growing up. Great lady!