Kathy Grant LaRosa, 55, of Hartford, a spirited soul who gave generously to her family, friends, and community, passed away August 8, 2017. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 14 years and partner in A&M Compressed Air Systems, Peter LaRosa of Hartford, her parents David and Beverly Grant of Tolland, and her sister Kim Laham of Basking Ridge, NJ. She was a devoted aunt to her three nieces Jenna, Alissa, and Samantha Laham and sister-in-law to Mohammad Laham, all of Basking Ridge, NJ. She will be fondly remembered by her step-children Paula Jusa of Plainfield, Stephanie Miller of Foley, AL, and Nicolas LaRosa of Scranton, PA, and her 4 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. Kathy was devoted to her dog Shelly, who was never far from her side. Kathy was known by friends and family for sharing special moments and for turning simple ones into magic. She gave selflessly of her time to the Hartford Elks, especially for events that centered on children. If there was a party that needed planning, Kathy was the person to do it. She was the perfect host and worked relentlessly in the garden and kitchen, always willing to provide for those in need. Calling hours will be Friday, August 11, from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Turnpike, Wethersfield, CT. The funeral service will be Saturday, August 12, 9:30 am at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. In lieu of flowers please send a donation in Kathy's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.