Patricia Zainey
Mar 24th 1954 - Aug 17th 2004
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Kay Schwieterman
June 7th 2005
I went to High School with Patty and recall that despite her handicap, I was impressed that she always carried herself with dignity. Kids can be cruel sometimes and Patty just seemed to know that - showing a far greater acceptance of them, than they of her. She always had such a sweet disposition, always smiling and full of energy. With her - "what you see is what you get." All of us should be fortunate enough to possess that quality and I feel she was truly blessed. God Speed, Patty!
Cathy Dahlmann(Steinbicker)
June 7th 2005
My memory of Patty is from Girl Scouts. My sister Karen and I both belonged in the troop. I remember our scout meetings down in the basement of the Zainey home. Patty was always enthusiastic about our projects and the trips we took. Patty was my introduction to people with special needs. I remember her often. My experience of knowing Patty through scouts has helped me as a RN when I care for a family who have a brand new baby with Down's Syndrome. Patty is an inspiration.
Rebecca Donham
June 7th 2005
Growing up I spent all my summers with my Grandmother and Aunt Patty. My fondest memory is of all of us grand kids piling up in my grandma and Aunt Patty's king sized bed. My grandma would be on one side and Patty on the other side and all of the grandkids in between and the dogs at the foot of the bed. She will be greatly missed. We love you Aunt Patty!!!!
Guy Garrett
June 7th 2005
Memory from Guy Garrett:
I grew up spending most of my young life around the Zainey house. Patty was the one constant in that wonderful home. Patty really took care of everyone in the Zainey home. When everyone else may be yelling at each other Patty was the one that remained calm and because of that she usually got her way. I really enjoyed introducing my two boys (Mat & Glen) to Patty. They loved her and I knew that she loved them too. They learned a great lesson that I'm sure that they will never forget. That sometimes God gives his greatest children the best disguise. My young boys both saw that the moment that they met her. And that's how I will always remember her too! Someday my friend, we will all dance, sing and play volleyball together again.
Julie M Himes
June 7th 2005
I had only met Patty a couple of times when her mother bowled in the same league as my mother. Patty was truly a blessing to me. Her smile was always contagious. I will miss her and I know that she is with her dad and mom in Heaven.
bernie vines
June 7th 2005
we first met Patti in 1980 and over the last 24 years have shared many holidays, family birthday,weddings.and other family celebrations.Her courage andlaughter were most welcome at these events Ihave always been awed and inspired by the love in the Zainey family for Patti and the joy she spread by her happy outlook.She was truly loved and cared for by her entire family and all of us arebetter for having had her around. She will truly be missed here on earth but know she is in a better place.Like Elizabeth, She now sings with the angels song and touches our hearts all day long.We will miss her. The Vines family
Gaye Barnett
June 7th 2005
Patty was always loving and giving. I remember Mom,Bob and I traveling on the train to New York when she was born. We stayed about a week. The next thing I knew I was teaching her to latch hook. Aunt Marian had asked me if I could teach her so she came over one evening and learned in that one night. Numerous times she expressed how she would love to make pillows and rugs to give for presents.
We also bowled together for several years. She would be so upset if she didn't do well but if she got a good score she was happy.
Another thing we shared was bingo. We all (Moms and daughters) went every week. When both our mothers were gone she insisted we would go to bingo. If for some reason I couldn't go I could hear the disappointment in her voice. Everyone at Bingo would cheer when she won. I don't think anyone realized how much she adored that. When she was not there everyone would ask about her. She would get so mad when she didn't win and I would tell her maybe next time.
After Aunt Marian died my mother would call her everyday. When my Mom got ill Patty called her everyday. Then she started calling me, sometimes 2 or 3 times a day. She would tell me what was going on at work or what was happening on the soaps, or what team was playing. I would ask her about the teams and she would patiently tell me all about it.
When Danny worked late, she would come over and spend the evening with us. She and I would play cards or watch TV. Oh, how she loved the Ten Commandments.
I have missed her daily calls this past year and a half but I will close this the way we ended all our conversations.
Patty, "I love you big girl"
Me, "I love you too baby"
Jane Vines
June 7th 2005
I first met Patty when her brother David, and my sister Beth became engaged. A family get together would never be complete without her. She was always happy to see everybody and we were happy to see her as well. One family get together comes in mind. Our neice Elizabeth's First Communion Party. I went to give Lizzie a hug and said, "How's one of my favorite neices today?", Lizzie said she was doing great but something else she said made me love her even more. She said, "Aunt Jane I love you very much and you have a lot more nieces and nephews who love you too, but if you dont mind, you are not going to my favorite Aunt. Aunt Patty is going to be my favorite because she needs to somebody's favorite Aunt." Patty and Lizzie are now together..happy in Heaven.
Mary Townsend
June 7th 2005
Trisha was the best sister you could have. The challenges life brought her, she always faced head on with out any complaint. She handled a lot of things better than most and she never thought of herself as different. She demonstrated over and over the power of the human spirit and she showed us, all you need is love. Papie, you were the love that always shined in our family and I am proud you were my sister! Love you! Mary
Jenny Trusty
June 7th 2005
I am so blessed to have known Patty. I always enjoyed being around her during my visits with the Zainey bunch. It is unfortunate I have not been able to see her for years - but the memories during the holidays and game playing will always be cherished.
Jenny, Jim and Family
TC Parry Jr.
June 7th 2005
I was Patty's oldest nephew. I got alot of attention from her.
I'm pretty certain that the first few times I went bowling it was with her...decades ago. And the BINGO! yeah, I probably did that first with her too. Some of my fondest memories of her are sitting at the table just workin' those cards.
She enjoyed being my aunt as much as I did being her nephew. I only wish that she could've gotten to know my boys better, earlier in their lives.
I will miss her all the while knowing that she's still alive in my life. I am happy that she's with Grandma and Grandpa away from the limitations and suffering in this world.
I will miss Aunt Patty.
Trish Jackson
June 7th 2005
Amongst the fondest memories I hold is when Patty began taking piano lessons. She worked harder than any student I had and once she had accomplished a song, she had it memorized. She showed the most joy of any when her efforts resulted in pure melody. I can still remember her beaming with pride.
She and her mother taught me the meaning of unconditional love. They gave it to me and others. To both I shall be forever grateful.
Kay Schwieterman
June 7th 2005
I went to High School with Patty and recall that despite her handicap, I was impressed that she always carried herself with dignity. Kids can be cruel sometimes and Patty just seemed to know that - showing a far greater acceptance of them, than they of her. She always had such a sweet disposition, always smiling and full of energy. With her - "what you see is what you get." All of us should be fortunate enough to possess that quality and I feel she was truly blessed. God Speed, Patty!
Cathy Dahlmann(Steinbicker)
June 7th 2005
My memory of Patty is from Girl Scouts. My sister Karen and I both belonged in the troop. I remember our scout meetings down in the basement of the Zainey home. Patty was always enthusiastic about our projects and the trips we took. Patty was my introduction to people with special needs. I remember her often. My experience of knowing Patty through scouts has helped me as a RN when I care for a family who have a brand new baby with Down's Syndrome. Patty is an inspiration.
Rebecca Donham
June 7th 2005
Growing up I spent all my summers with my Grandmother and Aunt Patty. My fondest memory is of all of us grand kids piling up in my grandma and Aunt Patty's king sized bed. My grandma would be on one side and Patty on the other side and all of the grandkids in between and the dogs at the foot of the bed. She will be greatly missed. We love you Aunt Patty!!!!
Guy Garrett
June 7th 2005
Memory from Guy Garrett:
I grew up spending most of my young life around the Zainey house. Patty was the one constant in that wonderful home. Patty really took care of everyone in the Zainey home. When everyone else may be yelling at each other Patty was the one that remained calm and because of that she usually got her way. I really enjoyed introducing my two boys (Mat & Glen) to Patty. They loved her and I knew that she loved them too. They learned a great lesson that I'm sure that they will never forget. That sometimes God gives his greatest children the best disguise. My young boys both saw that the moment that they met her. And that's how I will always remember her too! Someday my friend, we will all dance, sing and play volleyball together again.
Julie M Himes
June 7th 2005
I had only met Patty a couple of times when her mother bowled in the same league as my mother. Patty was truly a blessing to me. Her smile was always contagious. I will miss her and I know that she is with her dad and mom in Heaven.
bernie vines
June 7th 2005
we first met Patti in 1980 and over the last 24 years have shared many holidays, family birthday,weddings.and other family celebrations.Her courage andlaughter were most welcome at these events Ihave always been awed and inspired by the love in the Zainey family for Patti and the joy she spread by her happy outlook.She was truly loved and cared for by her entire family and all of us arebetter for having had her around. She will truly be missed here on earth but know she is in a better place.Like Elizabeth, She now sings with the angels song and touches our hearts all day long.We will miss her. The Vines family
Gaye Barnett
June 7th 2005
Patty was always loving and giving. I remember Mom,Bob and I traveling on the train to New York when she was born. We stayed about a week. The next thing I knew I was teaching her to latch hook. Aunt Marian had asked me if I could teach her so she came over one evening and learned in that one night. Numerous times she expressed how she would love to make pillows and rugs to give for presents.
We also bowled together for several years. She would be so upset if she didn't do well but if she got a good score she was happy.
Another thing we shared was bingo. We all (Moms and daughters) went every week. When both our mothers were gone she insisted we would go to bingo. If for some reason I couldn't go I could hear the disappointment in her voice. Everyone at Bingo would cheer when she won. I don't think anyone realized how much she adored that. When she was not there everyone would ask about her. She would get so mad when she didn't win and I would tell her maybe next time.
After Aunt Marian died my mother would call her everyday. When my Mom got ill Patty called her everyday. Then she started calling me, sometimes 2 or 3 times a day. She would tell me what was going on at work or what was happening on the soaps, or what team was playing. I would ask her about the teams and she would patiently tell me all about it.
When Danny worked late, she would come over and spend the evening with us. She and I would play cards or watch TV. Oh, how she loved the Ten Commandments.
I have missed her daily calls this past year and a half but I will close this the way we ended all our conversations.
Patty, "I love you big girl"
Me, "I love you too baby"
Jane Vines
June 7th 2005
I first met Patty when her brother David, and my sister Beth became engaged. A family get together would never be complete without her. She was always happy to see everybody and we were happy to see her as well. One family get together comes in mind. Our neice Elizabeth's First Communion Party. I went to give Lizzie a hug and said, "How's one of my favorite neices today?", Lizzie said she was doing great but something else she said made me love her even more. She said, "Aunt Jane I love you very much and you have a lot more nieces and nephews who love you too, but if you dont mind, you are not going to my favorite Aunt. Aunt Patty is going to be my favorite because she needs to somebody's favorite Aunt." Patty and Lizzie are now together..happy in Heaven.
Mary Townsend
June 7th 2005
Trisha was the best sister you could have. The challenges life brought her, she always faced head on with out any complaint. She handled a lot of things better than most and she never thought of herself as different. She demonstrated over and over the power of the human spirit and she showed us, all you need is love. Papie, you were the love that always shined in our family and I am proud you were my sister! Love you! Mary
Jenny Trusty
June 7th 2005
I am so blessed to have known Patty. I always enjoyed being around her during my visits with the Zainey bunch. It is unfortunate I have not been able to see her for years - but the memories during the holidays and game playing will always be cherished.
Jenny, Jim and Family
TC Parry Jr.
June 7th 2005
I was Patty's oldest nephew. I got alot of attention from her.
I'm pretty certain that the first few times I went bowling it was with her...decades ago. And the BINGO! yeah, I probably did that first with her too. Some of my fondest memories of her are sitting at the table just workin' those cards.
She enjoyed being my aunt as much as I did being her nephew. I only wish that she could've gotten to know my boys better, earlier in their lives.
I will miss her all the while knowing that she's still alive in my life. I am happy that she's with Grandma and Grandpa away from the limitations and suffering in this world.
I will miss Aunt Patty.
Trish Jackson
June 7th 2005
Amongst the fondest memories I hold is when Patty began taking piano lessons. She worked harder than any student I had and once she had accomplished a song, she had it memorized. She showed the most joy of any when her efforts resulted in pure melody. I can still remember her beaming with pride.
She and her mother taught me the meaning of unconditional love. They gave it to me and others. To both I shall be forever grateful.