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Patricia Jamarusty Obituary
ITHACA - Patricia H. Jamarusty, 84, of Ithaca, NY, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2007, surrounded by her loving family at Cayuga Medical Center.
She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Joseph F. Jamarusty; her daughter, Pamela A. Hines of Brooktondale; her son, David W. (Karen) Jamarusty of Danby; grandchildren, Gina (Danny) Austin of Brooktondale, Heidi (Chris) Jamarusty-Collins of Brooktondale, Lalena (Mike) Luba of Miami, FL; also great-grandchildren, Ashley, Alicia, Dylan, and Danny Austin, T.J., Joel, Tracey, and Kyle Maloney-Jamarusty, Samantha Collins, and Jake Luba; also many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Patricia was born on February 9, 1923, the daughter of the late Olga Cicchetti Caroca and Biagio Caroca, and was also predeceased by her brother, Joseph L. Caroca.
Patricia took great pride in her family and taught them all meaningful values that they will carry in their hearts always. She lived a life full of courage, humor, patience, and openness, and had a beauty no camera could capture. She was a strong and supportive member of the Jamarusty family, and every aspect of her life was filled with love and kindness. She was the first to offer a shoulder in times of need and made everyone around her feel secure and protected. Her positive attitude, extraordinary love for others, and willingness to help those in need portrayed her as a saint in the eyes of many.
She had a certain wisdom and grace about her that made visitors never want to leave. Her cheery smile could illuminate any room and she saw only what was good and true and beautiful in every person she met. She treasured the memories she made with family and dear friends, and the wonderful years she spent with her husband, Joe. They spent many years together in Florida where they enjoyed the company of many friends and the different adventures it had to offer. The two of them spent 65 amazing years together and made so many treasured memories.
Patricia will be greatly missed; she will remain in our hearts and memories forever.
Private family services will be held Wednesday, December 5, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at Bangs Funeral Home with Rev. Timothy Dean officiating. Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Franziska Racker Centers, 3226 Wilkins Road, Ithaca, New York.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Jamarusty
Ed and June Shipos
December 10, 2007
So sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Pete VanIdistine
December 7, 2007
Joe,
Sincere condolences to you and your family
Donna and Bob Moore
December 5, 2007
Dear "Uncle" Joe and Family,
We had no idea of Pat's passing. We are so sorry for your loss. She was a great lady and always had a smile no mater how she felt. You and Pat were so caring of my Uncle Clarence in his last years. I want to thank you both for that. God bless and be with you and your family as you go through this holiday season.
Jim and Shirley Herson
December 5, 2007
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you all during this time of such great sorrow. We are so sorry for your loss.
Karen Ackles-Sheffer
December 5, 2007
Dear Uncle Joe,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Aunt Pat. Though it's been many years since I've seen you, my parents (Roger & Rose Morusty) have always mentioned you both and kept us up to date on what you are up to. She will be missed.
Godspeed,
Connie Holcomb
December 5, 2007
Dear Joe, Pam and family: So very sorry for your loss. You will always have the memories.
love, connie holcomb
BUZZ REDFIELD-LYON
December 5, 2007
Joe, Pam & David,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. I have many wonderful memories growing up with your family in Fall Creek.
You're in my thoughts and prayers now and always.
Buzzy
Michelle Morusty-Adams
December 5, 2007
Uncle Joe, Pam, David and Family:
I am so sorry about your loss. My family and I will miss the times we shared together with Aunt Pat. My boys will miss her sense of humor, kindness, love and soft words of wisdom. PLEASE, PLEASE I am only a phone call away and would love to help out with whatever and whenever needed. You all are in our prayers and blessings.
God Bless,
Michelle, Scott, Scotty, Chad and Tyler
Tom (and Sarah) Yengo
December 5, 2007
So very sorry for your loss. I have many happy memories which I will always carry,of Pat and Joe during my growing up years, my home away from home. My prayers are with the Jamarusty family.
Dick Chelekis
December 5, 2007
Joe & Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences. I am so saddened for your loss. As a youngster I can vividly remember how beautiful Pat was. She was a wonderful spirit indeed. May the good Lord give strength at this most difficult time for you.
Garry and Gay Huddle
December 5, 2007
Dear Joe and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Both my mother, Betty Miller, and father, Bob Gombash, told me what a nice lady Pat was all through the years. We remember her friendly smile whenever we happened to cross paths, and can only imagine how much you will all miss her.
Our thoughts are with you all at this terribly sad time. I (Gay) will always consider myself a "Fall Creeker" and remember the Jamarusty family from way back then!
Sincerely,
Brenda (Jamarusty) Bull
December 5, 2007
Aunt Pat will leave a big hole in the hearts of our family. My husband, Doug Bull and my daughters, Amanda (Fleming) Schnake and Melodie (Fleming) Newcomb. I will miss my long weekly talks over the phone with her. Aunt Pat was one in a million. Our love goes out to Uncle Joe and the rest of the family. I know she is now having a tea party with my Mom and my Son. Love, Brenda (Jamarusty) Bull.
Margie, Perna
December 5, 2007
Joe and Family,
Heartfelt sympathy to all you.
Margie (James) and Al Perna
Bob and Sandy Cook
December 4, 2007
Joe and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Patty's passing. We will truly miss her on Sunday mornings. She was such a warm and caring person who truly loved her family.
Jerry and Barbara Minster
December 4, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss and are praying for you Uncle Joe, Pam, and David. We are sorry we can't be there with you.
Tom and Sandy Scaglione
December 4, 2007
Joe and family,
Pat was such a lovely person. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched. We send our deepest sympathy.
Love,
frank Scaglione
December 4, 2007
My condolances to Joe, Pam and David. Pat was a real lady. Always a smile for everyone. I know she will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
Sharon Morusty-Mushatt
December 4, 2007
Uncle Joe,Pam and David,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Aunt Pat was sure a "special lady"
Sharon & Family
John& Ann Augustine
December 4, 2007
Joe&family we are so sorry to hear about Pat our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Ann & John
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