Patricia Strong
Aug 4th 1936 - Jan 6th 2012
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Pam Riehl
February 20th 2012
I was so sad to read of Pat's passing. She was a loyal client and friend. She loved to decorate and had a great sense of style. I enjoyed the time we spent together. My deepest sympathy to her family. Sincerely,
Pam
Scott Strong
January 27th 2012
It's been four weeks today since you've been gone and not a single day has passed that I haven't thought about you. I love you and miss you so much Mom. Next Monday, you were due to arrive here in Florida for your visit. I promise to do something that I know you would have enjoyed and I know you will be there with me in spirit. You will be in my heart and on my mind, always.
Barb Fettig
January 12th 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry to hear about Pat.
Gayle Emerson
January 12th 2012
Patty and I have been friends for almost sixty years. We met in college when we were both in our teens. We shared a suite in the dorm .
Over the years, we have always kept in touch. We didn't see each other often,especially when we were raising our young families. We always exchanged Christmas cards. I really looked forward to her card each year. It would be packed full of a year's worth of news and all the latest "happenings" in her life.
About three years ago we started a tradition of getting together once a year at Ferris for lunch, along with an another room mate. What fun those lunches were!! We were teenagers again, laughing and sharing memories. There are so many things to love about Patty, but that is what I loved the most. She loved to laugh and have fun.
She was and will always be, one of my dearest friends. I know that she is free now, free from cancer and life's responsibilities. I shall miss you, my dear friend, especially your Christmas card. Love you.
Linda Montague
January 12th 2012
Denny, Lori, Jeff and Scott
I am so sorry for your loss and for all of us who knew Pat. She was truly a Great Lady. I knew Pat and Denny through my work and Pat was always such a sweetheart, I didn't realize she had cancer. Denny, so great of you and Pat to care for Bea and Orville. As others have said Pat will be sorely missed by a lot of us who were fortunate enough to have known Pat even briefly. Pat we will miss your great smile and vibrant energy and caring.
Richard Steadman
January 11th 2012
I was saddened to hear of Pat's struggles during the last few years. She and Denny were special friends with me through Kay Jerome. She had the most genuine smile and care for others. Throughout the time I knew her, she always had the interest of others above her own. She was a special, special lady.
Paddy Brown
January 11th 2012
What a wonderful, kind, loving, industrious, engaged, beautiful, fashionable woman.
I have a lot of great memories of Pat through the years. I've been very close with her son, Scott, since we met in beauty school in 1984. One Xmas I went over to help decorate their tree. Later I found out that I had put the lights on so "perfectly" that Pat stored it that way so as to have it "just like that" through the years. Makes me think fondly of her every time I see a decorated tree each Xmas. And I always put the lights on "just so" for her.
And who else do we know puts on white cotton gloves to clean house? After she passed, I went home, lit a candle, put on white cotton gloves & cleaned house, thinking of her the whole time.
She was vibrant and alive to the very last. In my humble opinion, she could not have done better. Rest in peace, Pat, & know you're loved.
Mark Icenhower
January 11th 2012
When I first met Scotts mom, I was so nervous and yet excited because of all the stories I had heard. When she got off the airplane and met us, she did not just say hello or hi, she hugged me and said nice to finally meet you. I have heard so many good things about you. And from that point on I knew I had a second mom. So, I will miss you so much and that I am so grateful to have known you and all of your elegance and grace. Love your son Mark.
Pat Peterson
January 10th 2012
I had not known Patti very long but she was a beautiful person inside and out. She was cheerful, friendly and welcomed me into the family with open arms. I am sorry I only her for 3 years so was unbelievably giving, loving, gracious. I can not remember another person who has made such a wonderful influence on me I will never forget her. I know she is a peace and in the Lord's arms but she will never be forgotten. Love always Patti, I will miss you very much.
Kathy Morrow
January 10th 2012
My memories of this precious person always brings a smile to my face. We have shared some of th most incrediable time together that I thank God for and will hold within my heart forever. The sound of her laugh, her beautiful smile, her wisdom, her nonjudgemental encouragement will always be there. Her love for her children was unconditional and supporting. Her love for her husband was ever constant. Her love for the rest of us was precious and heart felt. We have called each other "sister" for a very long time. Rest in peace now my special sister, no more pain, no more worries. Please bask in the love of those who have gone home before you and know that we will see you again. I will love you and rmember you always. I miss you, Kathy
Scott Strong
January 10th 2012
In my entire lifetime I have never encountered anyone who met my mother who didn't love her. She was kind and generous. She always wanted to know every detail of other peoples lives because she so genuinely cared. She was there for every need or occasion but always put on a brave face no matter what she was dealing with in her own personal life. Her family, her friends and the traditions that went with them were what she held most dear. I cannot find the words to adequately describe how much I will miss her but I find great comfort in knowing that she will be remembered with such heartfelt love by the many people whose lives she touched. I miss you mom!
William "Bill" Russell
January 10th 2012
Denny, et.al.
What a wonderful , kind, gently, loving soul. It was an honor to have known Pat, and my life is much better for me to share my life with other human beings. Thanks for sharing her with us. Goodness and Grace comes in many forms, and Pat was among that form. Thank goodness for her goodness to all. Bill Russell
Trevor Mattis
January 10th 2012
Jeff, Scott and Denny. What a kind heart. She always greeted me with a smile. It has been many years but I can still hear her voice. I remember swimming all day and mom calling us in for a wonderful dinner. She always brightened the room when she walked in. God Bless.
Pam Riehl
February 20th 2012
I was so sad to read of Pat's passing. She was a loyal client and friend. She loved to decorate and had a great sense of style. I enjoyed the time we spent together. My deepest sympathy to her family. Sincerely,
Pam
Scott Strong
January 27th 2012
It's been four weeks today since you've been gone and not a single day has passed that I haven't thought about you. I love you and miss you so much Mom. Next Monday, you were due to arrive here in Florida for your visit. I promise to do something that I know you would have enjoyed and I know you will be there with me in spirit. You will be in my heart and on my mind, always.
Barb Fettig
January 12th 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry to hear about Pat.
Gayle Emerson
January 12th 2012
Patty and I have been friends for almost sixty years. We met in college when we were both in our teens. We shared a suite in the dorm .
Over the years, we have always kept in touch. We didn't see each other often,especially when we were raising our young families. We always exchanged Christmas cards. I really looked forward to her card each year. It would be packed full of a year's worth of news and all the latest "happenings" in her life.
About three years ago we started a tradition of getting together once a year at Ferris for lunch, along with an another room mate. What fun those lunches were!! We were teenagers again, laughing and sharing memories. There are so many things to love about Patty, but that is what I loved the most. She loved to laugh and have fun.
She was and will always be, one of my dearest friends. I know that she is free now, free from cancer and life's responsibilities. I shall miss you, my dear friend, especially your Christmas card. Love you.
Linda Montague
January 12th 2012
Denny, Lori, Jeff and Scott
I am so sorry for your loss and for all of us who knew Pat. She was truly a Great Lady. I knew Pat and Denny through my work and Pat was always such a sweetheart, I didn't realize she had cancer. Denny, so great of you and Pat to care for Bea and Orville. As others have said Pat will be sorely missed by a lot of us who were fortunate enough to have known Pat even briefly. Pat we will miss your great smile and vibrant energy and caring.
Richard Steadman
January 11th 2012
I was saddened to hear of Pat's struggles during the last few years. She and Denny were special friends with me through Kay Jerome. She had the most genuine smile and care for others. Throughout the time I knew her, she always had the interest of others above her own. She was a special, special lady.
Paddy Brown
January 11th 2012
What a wonderful, kind, loving, industrious, engaged, beautiful, fashionable woman.
I have a lot of great memories of Pat through the years. I've been very close with her son, Scott, since we met in beauty school in 1984. One Xmas I went over to help decorate their tree. Later I found out that I had put the lights on so "perfectly" that Pat stored it that way so as to have it "just like that" through the years. Makes me think fondly of her every time I see a decorated tree each Xmas. And I always put the lights on "just so" for her.
And who else do we know puts on white cotton gloves to clean house? After she passed, I went home, lit a candle, put on white cotton gloves & cleaned house, thinking of her the whole time.
She was vibrant and alive to the very last. In my humble opinion, she could not have done better. Rest in peace, Pat, & know you're loved.
Mark Icenhower
January 11th 2012
When I first met Scotts mom, I was so nervous and yet excited because of all the stories I had heard. When she got off the airplane and met us, she did not just say hello or hi, she hugged me and said nice to finally meet you. I have heard so many good things about you. And from that point on I knew I had a second mom. So, I will miss you so much and that I am so grateful to have known you and all of your elegance and grace. Love your son Mark.
Pat Peterson
January 10th 2012
I had not known Patti very long but she was a beautiful person inside and out. She was cheerful, friendly and welcomed me into the family with open arms. I am sorry I only her for 3 years so was unbelievably giving, loving, gracious. I can not remember another person who has made such a wonderful influence on me I will never forget her. I know she is a peace and in the Lord's arms but she will never be forgotten. Love always Patti, I will miss you very much.
Kathy Morrow
January 10th 2012
My memories of this precious person always brings a smile to my face. We have shared some of th most incrediable time together that I thank God for and will hold within my heart forever. The sound of her laugh, her beautiful smile, her wisdom, her nonjudgemental encouragement will always be there. Her love for her children was unconditional and supporting. Her love for her husband was ever constant. Her love for the rest of us was precious and heart felt. We have called each other "sister" for a very long time. Rest in peace now my special sister, no more pain, no more worries. Please bask in the love of those who have gone home before you and know that we will see you again. I will love you and rmember you always. I miss you, Kathy
Scott Strong
January 10th 2012
In my entire lifetime I have never encountered anyone who met my mother who didn't love her. She was kind and generous. She always wanted to know every detail of other peoples lives because she so genuinely cared. She was there for every need or occasion but always put on a brave face no matter what she was dealing with in her own personal life. Her family, her friends and the traditions that went with them were what she held most dear. I cannot find the words to adequately describe how much I will miss her but I find great comfort in knowing that she will be remembered with such heartfelt love by the many people whose lives she touched. I miss you mom!
William "Bill" Russell
January 10th 2012
Denny, et.al.
What a wonderful , kind, gently, loving soul. It was an honor to have known Pat, and my life is much better for me to share my life with other human beings. Thanks for sharing her with us. Goodness and Grace comes in many forms, and Pat was among that form. Thank goodness for her goodness to all. Bill Russell
Trevor Mattis
January 10th 2012
Jeff, Scott and Denny. What a kind heart. She always greeted me with a smile. It has been many years but I can still hear her voice. I remember swimming all day and mom calling us in for a wonderful dinner. She always brightened the room when she walked in. God Bless.
