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Patricia de La Grange Obituary
Patricia "Pat" A. (Tompkins) de La Grange passed away Friday September 27, 2013 at the age of 67.
Pat was born in Medina, Ohio the oldest daughter of Charles E. Tompkins and Mary Ruth (Frost) Tompkins. Patricia was a distinguished member of the Women of the Moose Barberton Chapter 61. She was a member since 1981 serving in many roles, including past Senior Regent, received her Academy of Friendship, and College of Regents. Patricia also served on various committees throughout her time with Chapter 61. Patricia worked in many occupations throughout her life including as keypunch operator for Myers Tire Supply and Secretary for Magical Theatre Company.
Patricia was preceded in death by her father, Charles E. Tompkins; mother, Mary Ruth Tompkins; and brother James Tompkins. Patricia is survived by her husband of 43 years, Colin de La Grange of Barberton Ohio; sons, Andy (Christine) de La Grange, Greg de La Grange; sister, Toni (Sam) Gorfido; aunt Marge (Ronnie) Morse; grandchildren, Daniel Beck, Courtney (Tyler) Adams, Emalle de La Grange, Sarah de La Grange; and great-granddaughter Sophia Adams.
A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, October 5, 2013 at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave, Barberton, Ohio from 5 to 8 p.m. To share in a memory, make donations to Women of the Moose Chapter 61, Barberton, Ohio.
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Diana Carlyle
October 10, 2013
Colin, Andy, Greg & families; We are so sorry to hear about Pat yesterday. You were a great brother in law and we all had great times together. I am sorry we all lost touch. Jessica & Denny share these sentiments. You can always reach out to us if you need anything. Our best regards, Jessica & Dennis Tompkins & families & Diana (Tompkins) Carlyle.
October 2, 2013
we love you Patty, you have a place in our heart. and we will miss you a lot. WE had a lot of GOOD TIMES together. Your friends Bill ,Kathy and family. Colin, if you need anything , let us know. Are prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jim Yoder
October 2, 2013
Colin and family we are so sorry to hear of Pats passing we know you are going thru a hard time you are in our thoughts may she rest in peace Jim and Sherry Yoder
Roxanne Owens
October 2, 2013
Colin,
I am so sorry for the loss of your lovely wife. I pray you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. My heart is breaking for you. Please let me know if I can do anything for you.
October 2, 2013
colin and family so sorry for your loss John and Monta McCrum
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