Pat grew up in Garnett, KS and always had a great affection for animals, particularly dogs. She attended Holy Angels Catholic School and Ursuline Academy where she forged life-long friends. She married in 1957 and her family settled in Houston in the summer of 1969. Pat was fond of the expression "I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could", because it described how much she loved all things Texan. Pat found her calling as an office manager for an engineer from Atlanta, Bob Addy, and quickly forged a life-long friendship that was strengthened by the fact that they were both Pisces! Pat retired in 2006 from AAA Asphalt & Paving. Pat also enjoyed planning special events, rooting for the Aggies and the Oilers, C&W dancing on the Westheimer strip, Big Band and jazz music and decorating and remodeling her home.
Pat's greatest joy in life came from spending time with her family, but most especially her grandchildren. She relished the preparations that it took to make unique Christmas memories. But Grandma Pat didn't need a holiday to celebrate, for she had the ability to make the ordinary, extraordinarily special - be it an impromptu picnic at the park, a trip to the dollar store, or a sleep-over. From the time her first grandchild was born, Grandma Pat spent many hours crafting "grandma blankies", hooded bath towels, and personalized gifts for her grandchildren that were unique and special for each one of them. She did not limit her talents to her grandkids… be it a wedding, new baby, anniversary or a special birthday, Pat could be counted on to create a gift unique to the individual and the celebration.
A memorial service celebrating Pats life will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011 in Texas Liberty Mausoleum @ Memorial Oaks Funeral Home at 12:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Pat's memory to the Citizens for Animal Protection (CAPS) 17555 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094, on their website @http://www.cap4pets.org or your favorite charity.
Published in Houston Chronicle on August 25, 2011
Pat grew up in Garnett, KS and always had a great affection for animals, particularly dogs. She attended Holy Angels Catholic School and Ursuline Academy where she forged life-long friends. She married in 1957 and her family settled in Houston in the summer of 1969. Pat was fond of the expression "I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could", because it described how much she loved all things Texan. Pat found her calling as an office manager for an engineer from Atlanta, Bob Addy, and quickly forged a life-long friendship that was strengthened by the fact that they were both Pisces! Pat retired in 2006 from AAA Asphalt & Paving. Pat also enjoyed planning special events, rooting for the Aggies and the Oilers, C&W dancing on the Westheimer strip, Big Band and jazz music and decorating and remodeling her home.
Pat's greatest joy in life came from spending time with her family, but most especially her grandchildren. She relished the preparations that it took to make unique Christmas memories. But Grandma Pat didn't need a holiday to celebrate, for she had the ability to make the ordinary, extraordinarily special - be it an impromptu picnic at the park, a trip to the dollar store, or a sleep-over. From the time her first grandchild was born, Grandma Pat spent many hours crafting "grandma blankies", hooded bath towels, and personalized gifts for her grandchildren that were unique and special for each one of them. She did not limit her talents to her grandkids… be it a wedding, new baby, anniversary or a special birthday, Pat could be counted on to create a gift unique to the individual and the celebration.
A memorial service celebrating Pats life will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011 in Texas Liberty Mausoleum @ Memorial Oaks Funeral Home at 12:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Pat's memory to the Citizens for Animal Protection (CAPS) 17555 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094, on their website @http://www.cap4pets.org or your favorite charity.
Published in Houston Chronicle on August 25, 2011
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