Joan Patterson Obituary

BENNINGTON -- Joan Eileen Patterson, 60, a resident of Park Street, Bennington, died on Monday, Nov. 26, 2007, while vacationing in Arizona.

Mrs. Patterson was born in Bridgeport, Conn., on Oct.. 27, 1947, and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Ida (O’Grady) Heffernan. She received her education in the Plattsburgh, N.Y., schools.

In 1967 she married William N. Patterson. He predeceased her in 2001. Mrs. Patterson has previously resided in Windsor, and has resided in Bennington for 29 years. She has been employed as a clerk for the Department of Motor Vehicles in the Bennington office for several years.

Mrs. Patterson is a communicant of Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales Church in Bennington. She enjoyed doing crafts like quilting and ceramics. She spent time enjoying jigsaw puzzles and was an avid animal lover.

Mrs. Patterson is survived by one son, W. Scott Patterson of Bennington; her two brothers Shaun Heffernan of Plattsburgh, N.Y., and Mike Heffernan of New York. She leaves three sisters, Gail Wilson of Schenectady, N.Y., Ita Mary Yuncker of Kansas City, Mo., and Patricia Nortell of Oak Park, Ill.; and her close cousin Breda Collins, whom she was traveling with in Arizona. She also has several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Memorial Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Monday, Dec. 10, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales Church in Bennington. Interment will take place privately by the family.

There are no calling hours scheduled.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Best Friends Animal Shelter, through the Mahar and Son Funeral Home, 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201.

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Published by Bennington Banner on Nov. 30, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Joan Patterson

9 Entries

Tracy Summerville

December 2, 2007

Scott, my heart is with you. Matt and Sam both send their love, as well as Mark and I. I will always be grateful to you for chosing a school in WI as it allowed me the opportunity to see you and Aunt Joanie again. I will always treasure the pictures from the zoo, your visit, the block party, and best of all the Thanksgiving you Aunt Joan and Aunt Pat came to share with us. Aunt Joanie will be missed by all. I too have many ceramic goodies to remember her by, made during my trip there as well as by her or my Mom and Dad during their visits. Memories are precios Scott, and Joanie touched the hearts of many. We can only be with you in spirit at the service as we cannot make it there. Know that we are thinking of you and have sent many prayers your way. Please pass on my Love to everyone and let them know they are in our thoughts as well. Call when you have time Scott. We would love to hear from you. We love you. Mark, Tracy Matt and Sam

Cecilla Crawford

December 1, 2007

So sorry to here of Joan's passing. I remember her years ago, walking by her house on a nice sunny day in the summer time, with my son, and he would love to check out her tag sales. She was such a nice lady to have known.

Terri-lynn Picard

December 1, 2007

Scott,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mother was wonderful person and great Aunt to have had. I enjoyed a lot of overnight stays as a child and will never forget all the ceramics classes. I still have one small trinket box that I painted. Although, I haven't seen her for years she will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Wiskoski

December 1, 2007

To Scott
I am so sorry to read of the death of your mom. I enjoyed brief talks with her, mostly at area yard sales, at the MVD and the moments we met in the neighborhood. I know that the many memories you have of her will help to sustain and comfort you at this difficult time. Sue Wiskoski

Mary Briere

November 30, 2007

Joan, We worked, talked, laughed and cried together and I will never foregt how much those times meant to me. I will keep your memory in my heart always. You will be surely missed.

Brandy Tanner

November 30, 2007

I remember visiting often with Michele as a child. I have one ceramic gift from Joan and it will be a reminder of those visits. My thoughts are with you.

Judy Helie

November 30, 2007

Scott,
So sorry to hear of your loss.We haven't been in touch for years,but visited often when she lived in Windsor & was married to your Dad.She loved to take Michele & Robin on trips. Your memories & faith will guide you through these sad days.

Michele Webster

November 30, 2007

Scott,
The sense of loss that I feel has no words. She was my mother, aunt and friend. I will miss her for the rest of my life.

MJ Thompson

November 30, 2007

I will miss my morning talks with you Joan. You were always the one that would get my day off to the right start. You will be greatly missed!!!

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