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Patricia Lyons MATTHIESEN Born June 23, 1916; died July 28, 2010 in Seattle and lived in ten states and three countries. Loving mother to Marty Manning (Sabine), Gail Gleason, Mo Weber (Gary), Brian Matthiesen, Jimmy Matthiesen (Debbie Chielens), and Molly Lyons. Survived by 11 beloved grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; siblings, Dan Lyons (Mary), Eileen Hume, Sheila Leewens, sister-in-law, Dottie Matthiesen Alexander; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death in 1993 by James Matthiesen, her loving husband of 50 years. Pat and Jim met while employed at Boeing in 1942. Pat flew for the Civil Air Patrol during World War II. She was an international Masters swim champion and holder of many world records. Pat always enjoyed traveling including Iraq and China. She attended 12 years of schooling at Holy Names Academy and was a devout Catholic. Memorial Mass will be celebrated, Saturday, August 14th, at 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Also an open house at Pat's (3039 44th Ave. W.) will be Saturday from noon to 6:30 p.m. before Mass. Remembrances may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 3307 W. Dravus St., Seattle, WA 98199; or her daughter, Gail's, non-profit foundation, Teacher Connections (http://teacher2teacher.terapad.com) Hoffner Fisher & Harvey Memories may be shared at www.legacy.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
August 21, 2010
I will always treasure Pat's laugh, delight, excitement for life. I'm still amazed by her array of swimming medals.
Mary Masterson
August 15, 2010
Pat was my friend from walking on Magnolia Boulevard. We knew each other only as Pat and Mary so I thank you for the picture in The Times. I have missed her. I do want to tell you how much she enjoyed her 90th Birthday Party and I doubt the Irish can claim another amazing swimming champion like Pat any time soon. She was delightful to know.
Stephan Mead
August 14, 2010
Dear Jim & the rest of the family, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I will never forget the fist time I met her......She and your dad had just bailed us out of jail and as scared as I was, she showed me much, much kindness. (and it was the last time I was in jail!) Perhaps our folks are now laughing at that incident...(and perhaps not.) Again, my deepest sympathy for you during these times...and from all my brothers too.
Melinda Milligan
August 13, 2010
Molly, I didn't know your Mom but I know you and how special you are...my deepest sympathy...
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Clayton Brainerd
August 13, 2010
Molly, Our hearts goes out to you! You are in our prayers and thoughts! Much love, Clayton & Toni
August 13, 2010
Our GRAND OLD LADY, our "cousin" has left us. We will always remember her as
a bouyant and generous person.
Roland and Elke Nobeling, Särö, Sweden
Clarice/Dave Weber
August 12, 2010
Mo and Family. We were so sorry to hear about your mother. She was one sweet lady and know she will be missed alot. Just remember she is in a much better place now and with her loving husband. Our best to you and your family in this time. Love Ya alot. Hugs
Jim Higgins
August 12, 2010
Molly, Our prayers are with You on this sad occassion. May God Bless and protect You and your Family
Ashling & Tom Ehrhardt (Lyons)
August 12, 2010
Aunt Pat was truly the matriarch of our family. She never missed an occasion to celebrate with us - be it my college graduation, law school graduation, and then our wedding. There is a great picture taken at our wedding of us being introduced as husband and wife for the first time and Aunt Pat clapping, celebrating, and sharing so fully in our joy. When our first child is born this month, the circle of life will continue... So Aunt Pat - "Here's to ya, and for ya, and atcha again. If we hadn't a met, this wouldn't have been."
May the angels lead you into paradise, where you can continue to celebrate our family down below while rejoicing with Uncle Jim, Mom & Pop Lyons, Uncle Jarlath, and Aunt Noreen.
Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary
August 12, 2010
Dear Members of the Matthiesen Family,
On behalf of our Sisters who taught Pat at Holy Names Academy,Seattle, we offer our prayerful sympathy to all of her family and friends. Pat's life has changed, not ended. May she be full of peace and joy - so much so, that her nearness brings those gifts to each of you.
August 11, 2010
When we heard of Pat's passing, we reflected on the loss of a patriarch....mother, family dynamo, passionate and competitive swimmer...
warm hostess, above all, someone who was "there" for her family. We were blessed with her presence and hospitality on several occasions. We know she will be missed by all.
Lee and Nancy Alexander
San Antonio, Texas
Mary Jo Guajardo
August 11, 2010
I adored Pat for so many reasons: her courage, her adventures spirit, her sense of humor, her stories, and her deep felt love for others! What an inspiration!!!
She will always have a place in my heart that will bring a smile to my face! Dear sweet Pat, I miss you and our time together. Thank you for being the amazing woman that you were!
Sigrid Jones
August 10, 2010
Dear wonderful Molly..
What a blessing to have a mother so well loved, and what a blessing to have a daughter who loved her mother so well. My prayers are with you and for you. Much love.
Christi Proffitt
August 10, 2010
I only had the pleasure of meeting her once, but I was moved by the pleasure she took in her surroundings, and the inner passion that so readily shined in her face. It was obvious that she loved the diversity and unexpectedness of life. Thank you, Molly, for bringing her to one of my humble choir's performances, I was so happy to have gotten the chance to meet her.
Melina Pyron
August 10, 2010
Dear Molly,
I'm so sorry to hear about Pat. She was such a great lady. I am swimming in a Master's Group now and have often told my fellow swimmers about how "when I grow up I want to be like this lady I know in Seattle - she was doing Elder Olympics at age 83!!!" As impressed as I was by her physical discipline and adventurousness, I was even more moved by her graciousness, gentleness and good humor. She will not be forgotten.
I will pray for God to hold you in his arms and comfort you in your loss. My mother and sister also send their condolences. You will be in all our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Lisa Melina
June Coover
August 10, 2010
Molly, my deepest sympathy to you. While I only met your mom once at Carla's house, I will always remember her laugh and love of life! She was truly blessed by a loving and caring daughter such as you who set aside her own life to tend to her every need. I know how difficult it is to lose a mother and please take comfort as I have in the wonderful memories and knowledge that she is in God's good hands. With much Love!
Efigenia Spacher
August 10, 2010
Dear Mo,
I know how much you loved your mother. It is my hope that all parents have someone like you in their corner as they age. You have endured much but know and be comforted for Our Father in Heaven is now caring for your mom. My prayers to you and your family.
Molly DuQue
August 10, 2010
Hi Molly,
I'm so sorry about your mom. Everything you told me about her formed this picture in my mind of a strong, faithful, loving woman who dearly loved you. I'm praying for you and your family.
August 10, 2010
Molly,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You completed the circle of life by your loving care of your mother during her final years, just as she cared for you when you were an infant. I know you will miss her terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Christie Katona, Seattle, WA.
August 9, 2010
All our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Pat loved Ireland and has made an everlasting impression on all of the people both family, friends and those who just met her in passing. She absolutely loved the swim meets in Ireland. Forever loved and missed by The Lyons Den
August 9, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Matthiesen family. I will always have fond memories of the family/friend get togethers, as all were welcome. Always an "open door" policy at the Mattheisen home!
Douglas enjoyed visiting with Pat and Molly years back when he was on a job roll-out in Seattle. He came home and remarked "You should see all the medals & ribbons Pat has for swimming!"
Just thinking of her makes me smile. Jim and Pat, dancing on the clouds forever more....
With love and light always~~
Linda Woodruff-Thompson & Douglas Thompson
Kara Whitney
August 9, 2010
Dear Molly and Family-
Though I only met your mother on a few occasions, she was so like my grandmother-vital, wise, and truly authentic- that I immediately felt close to her. The world is a better place because your mom was here and though she will be missed, she will never be forgotten.
Much love-
Kara
elaine condron
August 9, 2010
To The Matthiesen Family, thinking of you all at this this difficult time. Such a remarkable lady will be greatly missed. Remarkable is such an apt word to describe Pat,we regailed in her stories of her piloting days,and were mesmerized by our family elder always scooping top prize at the swimming meets,in latter years Pat swam against the clock as her fellow competitors were gone to the big meet in the clouds, Hope they are all looking down on you and enjoying listening to your memories.
The Webb/Condrons
Roberta Graham
August 9, 2010
"Sometimes a light goes out but is blown into flame by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light." I met Pat this past Christmas and enjoyed every moment with her. I know that her light will never go out because I am a richer person for knowing her daughter Molly, my sister in Christ. Pat's love and joy shines in her daughter.
Anne Crowe
August 9, 2010
I remember you only as Molly's mom, a very special woman, strong and much bragged about by her daughter. A diver, a swimmer, loving the water and before i knew it, you all lived in CA, not to be eyes laid on by me again. Rest in Peace
Norm Stamper
August 9, 2010
May Pat's spirit envelop you, Molly, and all her other loved ones. I'm sorry I never met your mother. Pat sounds like such a loving, generous woman, so present and influential throughout your life. She raised an extraordinary daughter.
Wishing you peace and serenity.
August 9, 2010
Molly and Family, My deepest condolences to all of you on your loss. May loving memories keep the flame burning in your hearts. Daniel Louis Maloney
Sandra Lawn
August 9, 2010
Molly Lyons' mother Patricia came to Prescott in support of her amazing daughter and the St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival years ago. Her presence here is a fond memory and our deepest sympathy goes out to Molly and her family: Sandra and Robert Lawn
August 8, 2010
To the Matthiesen Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mothers' passing. I was very fond of her and loved attending her yearly famiy picnics. She was always so warm and welcoming to me and I will always cherish her stories and her laughter. She was a true Matriarch!
May she rest in peace and be lifted up by angels to God!
My deepest condolences!
Lianne Leewens
Maria and Bruce Campbell
August 8, 2010
May the memories you shared lighten your hearts as you think of your sweet Mother.
She was one of the kindest women we ever had the good fortune to meet. God Bless her.
Cheryl Crabtree
August 8, 2010
May God bless your dear mother, your family...and you, and may He "Hold you in the palm of His hand". My prayers, and love are with you, Molly--and with Pat. She must have been a great lady...she had you.
Louise Carnachan
August 8, 2010
Ah Molly, my condolences on the loss of your mother whom I remember as being so vital and vibrant. I knew her as your fan at all your shows- and she was game to hoist a glass at whatever tavern we found ourselves in post show. A cheer and toast for Pat!
Jim Boggs
August 8, 2010
I didn't know Pat either, but she sure got her job done with Molly! Thoughts and prayers to you all... Love, -jim
cora leach
August 8, 2010
Dear Molly,
The memory of spending a day with your mother, sipping tea, listening to stories of her life and sitting on the beach watching the clouds, will be one of my cherished memories always. May her life legacy be an inspiration to many for years to come.
Blessings, Cora Leach
August 8, 2010
My name is Kathleen Cannon, daughter of Peggy Brons Cannon who was 2 years behind Pat at Holy Names. I am Jack Brons(deceased)niece. Uncle Jack and Dan were life long friends. My Grandmother Kathryn Brons went to Ireland with Mrs. Lyons in 1950 and I have heard wonderful stories of the Lyons family since I was knee high to a grass hopper. It is nice to see the swimming medals around Pat's neck in the picture. May Pat rest in peace.
Kathleen Cannon, Holy Names, class of 59.
August 8, 2010
Dear Molly,
Sending condolences and love. May her memory be a blessing.
Martha
Donald Adams
August 8, 2010
I didn't know Pat, but I know her daughter some, and I'm sure that Pat, too, was a force of nature! Here's to you Pat! And here's to you dear Molly! xo
Molly Lyons
August 8, 2010
Pat's greatest present to her loved ones was her loving presence in their lives. She attended every sporting event & artistic endeavor, wedding & graduation, restaurant opening & opening night, birthday party & bedside vigil. If called in time of need, she said, "I'll be right there and, while on the way, I'll say a prayer."
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