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Joseph P. "Coach Laff" Lafferty Jr.
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Joe, also known as "Flash" and "Coach Laff", dedicated the majority of his life to helping, teaching and inspiring everyone he ever met. Joe never met a stranger.
He was a beloved husband, son, brother, nephew, uncle, friend and stepfather. Joe is the co-author of "Justin Time: A Memoir of Faith and the Fight for Life."
To cherish his memory, Joe leaves behind the love of his life, Jennifer Bruner-Dimare, her children Cameron (Sophie), and Brannon; his sister Tara Reis (Jim), his niece and nephew Reilly and Adam, and his parents Linda (Persichetti) Lafferty and Joe (Mary) Lafferty.
Family and friends are welcome Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 2 - 7:30 p.m. at Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home & Crematory; 1111 Monroeville Ave.; Turtle Creek, PA 15145; (412) 823-9350, where a Funeral Service will be held at 7:30 p.m.
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Nicole Lafferty Emanuelo
May 8, 2022
As they lay you to rest Joey, I have been reflecting on the memories that I have of you. When we were little, we were fast friends. I remember playing foosball in the basement or staying up late during a sleep over. You always had a way of making me laugh. Then you got sick, you never looked sick until you lost your hair, or the effects of the chemo took effect. That is when I started to put you in the hero category. You showed and taught me to have the resilience and perseverance. Then you continued to be a trooper by living life with pride and determination. I know you had your up and downs, but you still carried a torch to a better life. Being your cousin, I was and still am in awe of how you overcame illness and lived life. Please know that you are greatly missed, and I will remember you with a smile on my face. The angels have earned a great family member, friend, football player, writer, and a mentor. Spread you message of resilience Joey! May you rest in peace! Nikki
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