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Deborah Patak Obituary

Patak, Deborah L.

Willseyville: Deborah L. Patak, 54, of Willseyville passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at home with her loving husband by her side. Debbie is survived by her parents, Arthur and Shirley VanDerPool; loving husband of 28 years, Brian Patak; daughter, Alexis Jean Patak of Willseyville; sisters, Rebecca (Kellen) Kafka of Candor, and Judy (Tobey) Moore of Lansing; brothers, Arthur (Margaret Griggs) VanDerPool III of NJ, and Jeffrey (Connie) VanDerPool of WV; along with several nieces and nephews. Debbie was a local hairdresser for over 35 years. She enjoyed stock car racing, NASCAR, snowmobiling, gardening, and boating on Cayuga Lake. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2013 from 1 to 3 PM at Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 137 Main St., Candor. A private memorial service will be held at the families convenience. Memorial donations may be made in Debbie's name to Polly's Promise, 953 Fairfield Road, Candor, NY 13743 or Cancer Resource Center of the Finger Lakes, 612 W. State St., Ithaca, NY 14850. Condolences may be made to www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com

Published by Ithaca Journal on Dec. 19, 2013.
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It´s been eight years since you left us and although I miss you every day - this year I miss you even more. In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Rebecca Kafka

Family

December 13, 2021

Thought and prayers to family deb was one of my favorite customers at sally beauty supply she always called me friend, and that she was! She was such an inspirational spirit and will be in my heart forever!

Jenn

December 29, 2013

Brian and Alexis,

We continue our prayers for your family. Deb fought hard with such a positive attitude. We will miss her and we cherish our family soccer memories together!

Love and prayers,
Barb, Ron and Bekah

December 27, 2013

You are my hero, my friend, our friendship was like sisters. I will also keep you close to my heart forever. I will miss your smile, laugh, and our friendship. I promise I will look over Alexis. No worry friend Alexis will be loved and watch over. You will also be with us in our heart and love.
I will miss you my dear friend.
Love always,
Margarite

Margarite Cornwell-Palmeri

December 27, 2013

Brian and Alexis, May her memory last forever.

Joe and Janet Quinn

December 25, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Debs passing. I used to work with her at the Pyramid Mall. She was always so nice and a pleasure to work with.

Rose Cochran-Teeter

December 21, 2013

To all Deb's family, my deepest condolences. Love to you all.

Crystal Pitts

December 20, 2013

Brain, Alexis, and Debb's family,
I am so sorry for your loss.

Carl Kanoff

December 20, 2013

Brian, Alexis and all Deb's Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Her beautiful smile, personality and wonderful sense of humor will be missed! She is not in pain anymore.

Thinking of you all,
Jim and Lisa Brixey and family

December 20, 2013

Debbie will be missed by so many people. Im sorry for your loss. Debbie and I went to High school together and we had fun times she was so kind and caring of everyone.

Amanda frye

December 20, 2013

All the angels above, welcomed the newcomer with open arms...... Heaven, we know, just got a bit nicer.....
~author unknown~

December 20, 2013

Mr. Patak and Alexis,
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of deb. I met deb only a few times but she was my mother's hairdresser for many many years. Mom thought the world of her and I remember how caring and generous deb was with mom. Kathy Kenyon ( mom was Irene Walsh ).

December 20, 2013

My deepest condolences for Deb's family, and I hope your memories are packed full of wonderful times. My prayers are with you.

Lynda Davenport

December 20, 2013

Brian and Alexis, No matter where I saw Deb she was always smiling, she had the most positive attitude. She was the sweetest!! So sorry for you loss.

Amy White

December 19, 2013

Brian and Alexis,
Very sorry for you loss. Im glad I had the opportunity to have met her.
Another angel has recieved her wings.
Bless you.

Wendy Singer
Lourdes Hospice

December 19, 2013

Brian and Alexis, It's so hard to find the words to express our thoughts and emotions right now. Please know that we are praying for you both and are here for you!
With Love,
Steve and Bette Logsdon

December 19, 2013

Brain and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Dennis Priest

December 19, 2013

Sincere condolences and sympathies to Deb's family and friends. May God bless her soul and carry her safely home. Her sweet smile and warm ways will be missed and I'm only sorry I didn't have more time to get to know her even better.

Patty Baranski

December 19, 2013

Brian & Alexis,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Deb was a loving, caring woman who put others first, always. I was blessed to know her ~ prayers for your family will continue.
With love,
Jack & Robin Applegarth

Robin Applegarth

December 19, 2013

Brian and Alexis, I am so sorry for your loss of an amazing wife, mother, friend. I had some great times with Deb and Brian in Candor. Memories that I will cherish. God Bless.

Pamela Robertson-Marsh

December 19, 2013

Becky & Family -
I'm so very sorry for your loss and your in my thoughts, so very difficult of a thing to have to go through espcially at this time of year.

Missy Cooper-Hammond

Missy Cooper-Hammond

December 19, 2013

Brian and Alexis you are in our prayers. Deb was a wonderful person and will never be forgotten. We love you guys

Jim, Rachel, and Dakota Decker

December 19, 2013

Heartfelt condolences to Deb's family and friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Craigs

December 19, 2013

Brian & Alexis- My heart aches for your loss. Deb was a beautiful soul that will now be your angel in heaven looking down upon you. Brain she will help you bring in the biggest fish and AP she will lift you so you have the utmost success in all that you do in your coming years of adulthood. If there is anything you need please let us know. XoXo
Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy.

Stephanie, Brent, Kellsie & Korrin Giordano-Foster

December 19, 2013

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Ken, Denise Budinger & Family

December 19, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Barbara Gera

December 19, 2013

In loving memory of a dear cousin.

Ellen Alexander

December 19, 2013

A great person that will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are sent to all of the family and friends she has left behind.

Karen Roberts-Rannings

December 19, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are will the entire family during this difficult time.

John & Yvonne Mainville

December 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Kathy, Devon, Mike

Kathy Strickland

December 19, 2013

Deb's family I am so sorry we will all miss her

December 19, 2013

I love you sister

Rebecca Kafka

December 19, 2013

Brian, Alexis and all of Deb's family -It is with a sad heart we say goodbye; Deb fought a good fight and will always be remembered. All our best, The Shorts

December 19, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

Jim and Kathy Roberts

December 19, 2013

Alexis all our hopes and prayers are with you. You know we are always here for you. Love you so much!!

Lori Laurenson

December 19, 2013

My sincerest condolences. Deb was truly an amazing lady and unbelievable strength.
Linda Fetherbay

Linda Fetherbay

December 19, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. She is in a better place and all the suffering is gone. Cherish all the wonderful memories and hold them deep within your heart.

Bonnie Whitney

December 19, 2013

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