Obituary of Kathy "Kate" (Perry) Gubbins (Perry) Gubbins

Kathy "Kate" (Perry) Gubbins passed away on June 12, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was born on April 21, 1955, in Buffalo NY, to the late Richard and Nancy Perry. Kate was a beloved Nursing Supervisor at Auburn Memorial Hospital, RN with SUNY Upstate, and a Nursing Instructor at Cayuga Community College. She also served as a Clinical Instructor at SUNY Upstate and Golisano Children's Hospital, dedicating her career to caring for others. Outside of work, Kate found joy in horse carriage competitions and Western riding. Her horse farm, Katy Did Meadows, was her sanctuary where she cared for her horses, kitties, and puppy dogs. She also provided first-time jobs for the youth in her community. Kate's love for her family, friends, and animals was evident in everything she did. She is survived by her loving husband, of 35 years, David M. Smart; her children: Eric Smart (Lisa Gates), Stephanie Smart-Jackowski (Rich Mamone), Peter Smart (Tracey) and David J. Smart. Kate also cherished her grandchildren: Noah Jackowski (Natalie Dimatteo) and Leah Jackowski; her sisters: Nancy Perry and Suzanne Cooke (John). A funeral service to honor Kate's life will be held at Farrell's Funeral Service, Inc., 84 South St., Auburn, NY, on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. with a Service to be held at 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers , contributions can be made to the Town of Elbridge Archives or Jordan Fire Department and Ambulance Corp in Kate's memory.