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Catherine E. Calfas

  • January 9, 1921 - December 13, 2010
  • Norfolk, Virginia
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“Mama Catherine, Thank you for teaching me to love wholeheartedly and for teaching me to live my life to the fullest. I will miss you profoundly....Read More » ”
1 of 11 | Posted by: Denise Tanner - Virginia Beach, VA

“Elaine, Norm and family May you find strength from the sharing of memories with your family and friends. Prayers to you. Charlotte ”
2 of 11 | Posted by: Charlotte Sokolsky - VA

“Elaine, Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. We know from our recent experience with Jim's passing that no words can...Read More » ”
3 of 11 | Posted by: Phyllis Adams - Virginia Beach, VA

“Elaine and Norman, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. We were so sorry to hear of the news of her passing. ...Read More » ”
4 of 11 | Posted by: Judi & Frank Bowen - VA

“Dear Catherine, Thank you for all that you have done for me. I wish there was more I could've done for you. I love you and will never forget you. ...Read More » ”
5 of 11 | Posted by: Carl - Virginia Beach, VA

“My thoughts and prayers are with Elaine and her family during this time of grief. The bible states that "joy comes in the morning." We are all...Read More » ”
6 of 11 | Posted by: John Wright - Suffolk, VA

“My heart goes out to you and your family during this period of grief. I will hold you up in prayer and feel confident that time is a healer. My...Read More » ”
7 of 11 | Posted by: Randy Lawrence - Virginia Beach, VA

“My heart goes out to you and your family during this period of grief. I will hold you up in prayer and feel confident that time is a healer. My...Read More » ”
8 of 11 | Posted by: Randy Lawrence - Virginia Beach, VA

“My condolences are extended to Elaine and family. May you receive the strength and comfort that you need as you go through this difficult time.My...Read More » ”
9 of 11 | Posted by: Samiya Sanderson - Va.Beach, VA

“We loved you more than you knew! We will miss you everyday of our lives! I love you Catherine, Rebecca ”
10 of 11 | Posted by: Rebecca Craven - Virginia Beach, VA

“You have been an amazing inspiration to me in your life. You will always be with me and I love you forever and ever. Rossy ”
11 of 11 | Posted by: Ross Damon - Virginia Beach, VA


Catherine E. Calfas, 89, born in Charlotte, NC, passed away at Norfolk Sentara Dec. 13, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband, George A. Calfas; and brother, James Thomas Edison. Catherine retired in 1991 from Tidewater Rehabilitation Center, EVMS. Catherine is survived by her daughter, Elaine Benwitz (Norman); granddaughters, Denise Tanner and Rebecca Craven (Robert); great-grandchildren, Aaron and Ross Damon, Carl and Jessica Craven; and loving sister, Virginia Ashley. She was a longstanding member of the Eastern Star and Daughters of Penelope, San Antonio, TX chapters. A Trisagion Service will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, Thursday at 6:30 p.m. with a visitation to follow until 8:30 p.m. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral on Granby Street in Norfolk with Fr. Constantine Rogakos officiating. The burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.