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James Roach posted a condolence
There are far too many memories of my time spent with Pat to list here. We spent countless hours, days, and weeks together when I lived in Aptos. After I moved, first to Las Vegas and then to Chicago. Pat would make a point to visit me or I would visit her. We traveled to Ireland together to celebrate New Year's Eve 2004, touring Dublin in a horse drawn carriage and ushering in 2005 at club Zanzibar where we walked right past the cover charge as if we were honored guests. That's how Pat and I spent our time together. In each others company as honored guests. Be it walking out of the San Francisco Opera House or just spending the evening seated comfortably outdoors sipping a drink and talking up a storm. Standing on the corner waiting for traffic was a ridiculous waste of time as far as Pat was concerned. So, she just stopped traffic, or more or less directed it. One of the things I love about Pat is that she could make time stop, with a single toast honoring a guest at one of her many parties, a stomp of her foot (which I learned indicated many things) or a simple look that said it all. Knowing Pat makes me a better person. Sure we had our fun times, a few challenges and sometimes I even let her push my buttons if I knew the result would be good therapy for her and it would save someone else from her gentle wrath. I jest a bit, for the most part everything was sugar coated, well at least with me. There were plenty of serious, heartfelt moments of trust, truth and confidence. I knew better than to have nothing more than respect for my friend Pat. She fought the good fight, ran the good race and tried her best to overcome any obstacle that dared to cross her path. Amazingly she did this in a fair but firm fashion never forgetting to approach all things with a touch of class. And most importantly she did her best to leave a path of dignity behind her. This is not another paragraph to add a sparkle of words as a testimony to ones life, these words are made of sterling silver and each deeply meaningful word is topped with at least a one carat diamond. That's our Pat a treasure to behold for all those lucky enough to have known her. Pat will always hold a special place in my heart and in times of sadness when I need extra strength, I will call upon her in my prayers knowing that she is in the Heavenly Kingdom with God our Creator and Jesus Christ the Son come down from heaven to show us the way home to all that we love. No matter when I cry, a small part of every tear will be for our Pat and because of our faith, God will wipe every tear from our eyes. May the angels greet you Pat and lead you into paradise. I love you, James
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kristin McInaney posted a condolence
Terri and Joe - I'm really sorry that I cannot be at the memorial but just know that my thoughts are with you.
xxoo Kristin
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Jamilya posted a condolence
I am deeply sorry to receive the sad news about Pat. I will always have the warmest memories about her. I met Pat back in 2001 when I started working at Cabrillo. I remember her always being so classy, smart and pretty. She made me feel so welcomed during the first year of work. She was their to help me when I had problems. I admired her ability to stay composed and tactful in all situations.
When I had my first child, she invited us to her house, took us to the beach and showed us around the town. I will cherish those memories. Dear Pat, Rest In Peace!
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kristin mcinaney posted a condolence
Terry and Joe -
My mom and sister said that the memorial was beautiful. I'm holding both of you in my heart, and I will be in touch soon.
xxoo
Kristin
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Mary & Denny Larson posted a condolence
Dear Terri, Liz an Joe,
We are old, old friends of your Mom from back in high school who have kept in touch these many years both in CA and MN. Always picked up where we left off. We have spent time with her in CA and she visited here and also in FL. FRiends like that are a real blessing - we wer lucky to know her and will mess to calls.
Terri, thank you so muchfor letting us know of her health, we do appreciate you.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Mary Jayne and Denny
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Madeleine Barnett posted a condolence
Pat was so kind to our family in 2003 when we visited friends in Santa Cruz. We were introduced to Pat through a work colleague of hers at Cabrillo. Pat generously offered her home to us for the week. Myself, my husband Cahal, and our children,then young,Oscar, Alice and Brigid. We will never forget Pat's beautiful home, full of light and lovely things and how welcome she made us feel. Pat took us out for a wonderful american brunch and was so easy and delightful with all of us. We only met that once and I have always treasured the memory. We waited many years in hope that Pat would return the favour and visit us in London; we would have loved to have welcomed her into our home and feel so sad that we couldn't show her London. I am glad to read that she had so many adventures in her life.
Our heartfelt condolences for Terri, Liz and Joe and all your families. Losing a parent is very hard. But Pat seems to have brought sunshine to so many lives and I am sure that her smile will live on in your hearts. Our love and prayers are with you at this time. Rest in Peace Pat. Madeleine, Cahal, Oscar, Alice and Brigid.
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Mary & Denny Larson posted a condolence
Dear Terri, Liz an Joe,
We are old, old friends of your Mom from back in high school who have kept in touch these many years both in CA and MN. We always picked up where we left off. We have spent time with her in CA and she visited MN and also in FL. Friends like that are a real blessing - we were lucky to know her and will miss the calls.
Terri, thank you so much for letting us know of her health, we do appreciate you.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Mary Jayne and Denny
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Todd Mathewson posted a condolence
Pat was the original "tennis Mom" of Lindendale Ave. in Fullerton, CA.
I very much enjoyed visiting with Pat after I became a post University young person and we talked more openly about life.
Pat’s Beef Stroganoff Recipe lives on in my house to this day.
On yes and one last thing... a confession of sorts… Pat it was your cigarettes that provided the time delay fuse to light off packs of firecrackers that Mark Spencer provided on Mrs. Mills doorstep just to tick her off. The great thing was is that all of us could be watching Planet of the Apes at my house by the time they blew.
PS: It was all Joe’s idea, that kid was a mastermind!
Love you.
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megan bowen posted a condolence
Terri, Liz, and Joe,
My most heart felt condolences to all of you and your family. Your mom was a great lady. I cannot help but smile when I think of her. Please, if I can help any way I would be honored. Love to you all,
Megan
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Kathy Fields posted a condolence
On behalf of the entire Jane (Hart)Kapler family, we extend our deepest sympathy to all of Pat's family and friends. We were so shocked and sad to hear this news.
I haven't seen Pat, or as mom (Jane) always called her, Patty, in many years, but have not forgotten the wonderful visit that mom and I had in California all too long ago. The perfect host and cook...I have never forgotten the great time that we had. We always exchanged Xmas cards and letters and in her graciousness, she always extended the never ending invitation to come out again and see her. Our family always talked about making it happen, but unfortunately it didn't come to be. I think of her as a classy, amazing lady and am proud to call her my cousin. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort and some happiness in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you and we send our love to you -Terri, Liz and Joe and your families.
Take care.
Our deepest sympathy,
Kathy(Kapler)and John Fields
Denise Kapler
John Kapler
Mary(Kapler)Haas
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Martha Dolciamore posted a condolence
I knew Pat from way back when I attended Resurrection Church. Always soft spoken, kind, asking how myself and my family were doing. I was surprised to see her helping out at St Joseph's where I am now a parishoner. I also knew Pat when she worked at Cabrillo College as I worked there, too. She must be enjoying seeing my mother again in Heaven! God rest your soul, Pat, a beautiful face for God.
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Mark Sanford posted a condolence
I've come to believe over the years that death is to our limited consciousness as the Horizon was to those who believed in a flat Earth. Because so few have been beyond it and returned, we fear it. Central to that fear is that we may have lost, evermore, those we love; that we are left to carry on without them (except as they live in our hearts). And, sadly, for some that there is an apparent pointlessness to being alive at all. That there will come a time when we simply cease to exist...
F.E.A.R. False Expectations Appearing Real. We must, I think, always remember that we struggle, often nobly, with limited consciousness... Even science tells us that we only use 10% of our brain. There is more.
And so, Faith. It comes in many languages, but always it provides a new perspective: We are able to embrace "the horizon" of passing from this Earthly plane as but a gateway -- to a vast and unimaginable adventure, countless times more welcoming and beautiful than anything we can conceive. Into a realm where love and comfort supplant struggle and fear, bringing us ultimately to an enduring experience of serenity and joy.
Faith is a choice. A choice we demonstrate by summoning, by activating, by insisting on a way of living based on "Love and Service. Faith and Family." And we borrow from those in whom we've believed. We ride the momentum generated by the Love of those who have gone before us. Until we meet again. On the far side of the horizon...
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Lee Kucera posted a condolence
Dear Terri, Liz and Joe - I met you when you were children so of course you don't recall me. But I have such good memories of your Mom. She was a kind, funny, very down-to-earth person who was supportive of me during a difficult time in my life. We lost touch in recent years as our lives diverged - but I have a very clear memory of her warmth and goodness. God bless her.
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kristin McInaney posted a condolence
I have many memories of Pat. I was very little when I was around her the most and I just remember how much she loved me and how much she loved to laugh. She was a bright light to me....Even as a little girl I could say that she was somewhat irreverent in a great way....I loved the poem and it makes a lot of sense to me. Lots of love to all of you....My thoughts will be with you tomorrow at the memorial.
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Becky Mathewson posted a condolence
Dear Terri, Liz, and Joe,
Your dear Mother was a wonderful neighbor and friend. She welcomed our Mid-Western family with great kindness. Her qualities of love and joy cannot be lost. Remember, she is only a thought away. Love and hugs!!!
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Hart familty posted a condolence
We love Pat she is one of my favorite cousins. God is lucky to have her at his side.
We will pray for her soul.
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Sharon posted a condolence
Terri, Liz, and Joe, I will always treasure the time I spent in your home as we grew up. A large part of my memories there involve your Mom. I so enjoyed Pat and all kindness she always showed me and my siblings. (Including all the food she fed us on a constant basis. She made me my first casadia.) She was and is a lovely and strong woman who brought much joy to her family and friends. Please know that you have my deepest respect and love at this difficult time.
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Joan Jensen posted a condolence
Pat and I go way back - to St. Margaret's. We've stayed in touch all these years, and although we don't see each other often, we have the kind of friendship that picks up where we left off. Way back in 1953 my friend and I spend the summer in CA. and every weekend with Pat & friends. We had a blast. I live in FL now and Pat bought a house here but never lived in it. She rented it out for a few years and finally sold it. She was such a dear person and I'll miss her so much. We had a lot of memories together.
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