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Patricia Modell Obituary
Mrs. Modell was pronounced dead around 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, the Baltimore Ravens announced after being contacted by Modell's son. She had been hospitalized for around five months.
During a 22-year acting career, Patricia Breslin Modell performed on the New York stage, in motion pictures and on television. She starred in the "People's Choice" television series with actor Jackie Cooper and played the role of Meg Baldwin in the soap opera "General Hospital." She also played Laura Brooks on the prime time soap opera "Peyton Place."
Among her many television other roles, she was a regular on "Twilight Zone," ''Alfred Hitchcock Presents," ''Perry Mason," and "Maverick."
At one point in her career, Mrs. Modell had appeared on more television shows than any other woman in U.S. history. Her record was eventually broken by one of her best friends, Lucille Ball.
She married Art Modell, former owner and president of the Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens, in 1969. She retired from acting at that time and immersed herself in her family and community improvement.
In Cleveland, Mrs. Modell served on the board at Ursuline College and was active in the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Cleveland Musical Arts Association, the Cleveland Ballet, the Playhouse Square Foundation, and the Cerebral Palsy Association. She actively supported the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, and she started and funded, along with her husband, the Hospice of the Western Reserve in Cleveland.
After Art Modell moved his football team to Baltimore in 1996, his wife served on several boards, including: House of Ruth, Gilchrist Hospice, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and The Walters Art Museum. In addition, the Modells contributed money to the St. Vincent's Center and the Baltimore Museum of Art.
The Modells also gave $3.5 million to the Lyric Opera House, which was recently renamed the Patricia and Arthur Modell Performing Arts Center at The Lyric.
The Modells pledged $5 million to help start a public boarding school for disadvantaged students. The SEED School, which opened in the Fall of 2008, recruits middle and high school students from around the state. The gift is believed to have been one of the largest private contributions to a single public school in Maryland.
Born in New York, Patricia Modell was the daughter of Edward and Marjorie Breslin. Her father was a Special Sessions Judge in New York City. Monsignor Patrick Breslin, for whom she was named, was Judge Breslin's eldest brother.
Mrs. Modell graduated from the Academy of Mt. St. Ursuline and the College of New Rochelle.
She is survived by her husband, two sons, John and David, and six grandchildren.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
76 Entries
"Rest Well & in Peace"
Helen Barstowe
December 30, 2014
Diane Perry
December 29, 2014
Her familiar face and graceful acting style will always be fondly remembered.
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Jimmy Durso,Jr
December 15, 2014
So much of my young life was filled with her wonderful roles as i grew up in the 50's and 60's...I just loved all her parts ...Miss you ...Love Jimmy Durso Jr.....Connecticut Photographer and Professor at Post University
Harry Simpson
October 12, 2014
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
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Phyllis Coley
September 6, 2012
Patricia Modell was a beautiful spirited lady whom I had a pleasure to meet at the Ben Carson's Scholarship Awards Banquet,now her love is joining her. Rest in Peace you both... You work was done here on earth... Now, take your heavenly wings and fly together..
YOur friend that sat at your table.. Phyllis Coley & Family, your lives were not in vain.
Joann Wade
September 6, 2012
So sad when I heard about Mrs. Modell's passing. I met her and her husband (Art) and what a delightful couple they were. They always found time to talk and share with everyone. May you rest in peace Mrs. Modell.
Charlene Kammerer
December 28, 2011
Iam so very sorry to hear of the passing of Pat. She was a wonderful and talented actress. She will be greatly missed. I watch my Peyton Place DVD's often and I loved her character as Laura Brooks. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time. May you REST IN PEACE, Pat!
Ralph Jones
October 18, 2011
Thank You Pat and Art for helping me and my softball team in 2007.
"Rest In Peace".........RA Jones, Sagamore Hills, Ohio
Jan Anderson
October 18, 2011
To the Modell family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Pat was a lovely lady who worked so hard for so many charities. She was an inspiration to many. Jan (Siegel) formerly of Cleveland.
NJSL
October 18, 2011
I remember her well. She was a good actress and will be missed.
May her family be comforted through this hard time.
njsl in Idaho
Miriam Pridgen
October 18, 2011
To the Modell family:
So very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful legacy Mrs. Modell leaves to her children and grandchildren! God bless.
Sharon Stolarski
October 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jim Griffiths
October 18, 2011
Sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Boimah Sambola
October 17, 2011
To my long lost friend Art, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your grandmother. Your family is in my prayers. God Bless the Modell family.
October 17, 2011
May 'the God of comfort' be with your family during your great loss.
Sincerely,
cls - Michigan
Marcia Selwyn
October 17, 2011
Dear Art, Celebrate the wonderful life of Pat. Much love, Marcia
Alma Scott
October 17, 2011
May God bless the Modell Family. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal". Christ's peace surpasses all understanding. The comforter is here to help you through this difficult time in your lives. God bless all of you. Just a believer who has be through as well and knows what God can do!!! Joyce Scott
October 17, 2011
Dear Modell Family,
Please accept my condolence. Patricia lived what she believed. accomplished so much in such a short period of time. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. May your loving memories sustain you and may you find comfort in prayer to God. Romans 12:12
Robin
October 16, 2011
Pat Modell was one of the most gracious women I have ever known. She gave of herself to her friends and community in ways untold and uncounted.
The love she and her beleoved husband shared was inspirational and real.
Her legacy will ilive forever in the hearts and minds and deeds of all she touched .
All my love and deepest sympathy.
Barbara Brandt
Sue Smith
October 16, 2011
I watched Patricia when she was on GH. God Bless You Home, dear lady.....
Becky Shaw
October 16, 2011
I will miss the entertainer that I knew as Patricia Breslin and although she was in many shows, they were not enough.
My condolences to the family. Her smile will be missed by many.
Victoria VZj
October 16, 2011
Resting Spiritually
You were A Inspiration to many'
GodBless you ~PATRICIA MODELL~
Ernest Oconner
October 16, 2011
May God hold you in the palm of his hand and the family too
Phil Thomas
October 15, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Darius Clanton
October 15, 2011
To the Modell family I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you in your time of bereavement.
October 15, 2011
To all of Patricia Modell's family* I'm so sorry for your loss. I watched all the television shows she was in. , My prayers are with you. She will be sadly missed. , ** A FAN ( NEW JERSEY )
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Nancy McFarland
October 15, 2011
I remember Patricia from so many TV shows; she always had that beautiful smile! My prayers and condolences to her family.
IRIS HOLMES
October 15, 2011
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE MODELL AND BRESLIN FAMILY. IRIS HOLMES/DRUID RIDGE CEMETERY.
October 15, 2011
I am very sorry about your loss. The bible tells us at Isaiah 29: 8, 9 that death will be swallowed up and there will be no more tears.
mrs. talbert
October 15, 2011
To the family of Mrs. Modell,
When our loved ones die, we mourn especially when they have left such a beuatiful story to tell. The bible tells us that "God is the god of all comfort" so when we lose a dear loved one we can look to him to give us strenth and support.
K. Henderson
October 15, 2011
I so very sorry foryour loss. I hope that memories that youshared over the year will give your the comforted needed now and inthe days to come. Also very comfort are the words of Psalms 147:3 "He will healing the broken hearted ones."
Michael Marbury
October 15, 2011
Psalms 145:16
Mary Ryan
October 14, 2011
To the Modell Family,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Modell, I was a waitress at the Valley Inn and can still see her sitting there eating celery & olives & fried chicken. What a wonderful lady. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
G.P.
October 14, 2011
Sorry for your loss.
LINDA CHUDEJ
October 14, 2011
I remember Ms. Breslin well, especially on Perry Mason. I wish every comfort to the family at this time of loss.
October 14, 2011
Pat Breslin, My Favorite Actress Of 1950`s & 1960`s TV. The Millions Of Dollars That You And You Husband Gave To Humanitarian Charities Show What A Great Human Being You Were.We Will Miss You.But You Will Live Forever On The Silver Screen.Rest In Peace Sweet Angel.We Will All Meet Again Someday.From An Old Fan Of Yours,Trevor Holtzworth
James Papenfoth
October 14, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss RIP Mrs. Modell
Kathleen
October 14, 2011
A life well-lived in service to others. God Bless you in your time of sadness.
Erica Brodie
October 14, 2011
I really don't remember this actress but my heart go out to her family, you know the bible speaks about death that God will wipe out tears and pain and death will be no more. There's a hope that someday you'll see your love one again
B. Jones
October 14, 2011
It's so sad to hear about the passing of Mrs. Modell. My condolences to the family and friends. May God be your comfort in your time of sorrow. ~1 Peter 5:7~
Greg Avery
October 14, 2011
I am saddened beyond words to hear of Patricia's passing. She is one of my favorite actresses. I have enjoyed watching her in Peyton Place and Twilight Zone for many years. May she rest in peace and may her family find comfort in knowing that she brought so much happiness to so many people over the years. Heaven has gained another angel.
October 14, 2011
My condolences & prayers.
Sheila Smith
October 14, 2011
Godspeed Patricia. Peace and love to those you left behind.
Gerald Wilke
October 13, 2011
To Art and the boys, my deepest sympathy on Pat's passing. I have only fond wonderful memories of the witty gracious person that welcomed so many people into her life and home, and the many wonderful parties and times we had together in creating those events. You were Cleveland's brightest and most gracious hostess.
October 13, 2011
THE MODELL FAMILY, PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES . WE HAD THE PRIVILAGE OF HER ACQUAINTANCE THROUGH CCF AND WAS IN AWE OF HER ACCOMPLISHMENTS. A REAL PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN HER. LOU AND DIANNE PETONOVICH (AVON LAKE, OHIO)
Rick Poje
October 13, 2011
With deepest sympathy for the Modell family.
October 13, 2011
DEAR ART-PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR WIFE. I,VE NOT SEEN YOU IN MANY YEARS,BUT NEVERTHELESS WANT YO LET YOU KNOW I STILL REMEMBER YOU FROM CLEVELAND. SINCERELY, JIMMY ROSENBAUM
Karen Caldwell
October 13, 2011
To the family of Patricia Modell,
It was with deep regret that I learned of the passing of Patricia Modell I realize that the death of a friend and family member is an irreparable loss to you. Those we love left us with gifts in the form of memories that no one can take away. They gave us wisdom that we can still recall, companionship when we were alone, comfort when we needed it.
May the tender mercy that God has always shown me be with your family now so that you will know that you are not alone, and may the prayers of other help in some small way to bring you strength, comfort and courage each day.
Many words will be expressed, yet we know God can express and provide to you and your family everything that is needed to care and sustain your hearts. Isaiah 46:1, but since the loss to you is most direct and personal. I wanted to send you these words of sincere sympathy upon the death of a loyal friend and trusted family member. My prayers will be with you and your family.
October 13, 2011
Sincere condolences to Mr Modell on your recent loss. Mrs Modell was loved by friends and family, who enjoyed watching her on television. God promises to be near those that are broken at heart and crushed in spirit. Psalms 34:18.
J. Wilson, Florida.
Thomas Westropp
October 13, 2011
My deepest sympathy is extended to Art and Pat's family. I loved you both. You
were both among the real people, generous
and kind to all of us. Sincerely expressed, Tom Westropp
Terri Massucci
October 13, 2011
Dear Modell Family, I have so many memories of you and your family having dinner at Johnny's Room 24. Pat was always so beautiful and gracious. I will always cherish a gift she had given me one Christmas with fond memories. She will be missed on earth, but not fogotten. May she be at peace now in Heaven's arms. God Bless-My prayers and thoughts are with you.
j Stokes
October 13, 2011
To her family I know you will miss her, and keep the faith. I remember her as Meg Baldwin on General Hospital. She was very talentive.
Tom Smith
October 13, 2011
Patricia Modell will always be remembered for her acting. She and her husband will be also be remembered for the generous gifts of giving. The gift of giving is valued in heaven and on earth.
rev guillory
October 13, 2011
mr modell you dont know me,i just wanted you to know it appears to be a loss but god knows where mrs Modell resides,and we will soo reunite with her,god looked in the garden and saw the prettiest flowerand said i want that one,you are blessed and so is she wait awhile and you will reunite,have no fear god is with you all the days of your life,remember one thing she is in the best place ther is,the roads are paved with gold,and she has a mansion there,god bless you my friend.
Dave
October 13, 2011
Saw her the other night on Perry Mason....forever etched in time she is a beautiful woman......
Mr & Mrs Mitchell Koyer
October 13, 2011
What a Wonderful and Beautiful Actress and Person. May God Bless !!!
Dennis Wilson
October 13, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
magaly diaz
October 13, 2011
She is with the angels.
Jean Ford
October 13, 2011
Dear David,
I don't know whether you will remember me from the group at NBC Burbank who used to gather there in the 1980s to watch Browns' games on the network feed. I am saddened to learn of your mother's passing and my husband and I offer our sincere sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. May God continue to bless you all.
Patrick Wood
October 13, 2011
Mr. Modell ( Art ) No one can truly understand the loss you are feeling. I wanted to take a moment to express my Family's sincere regret at hearing of this profound loss you and your Family has suffered. Often as we go through life we wonder if others truly appreciate our contributions to society and to each other. We truly appreciate you and what you accomplished and wanted you to know that it is our most sincere wish that you be surrounded by True friends and Family during this period of your life. KNow that others do in fact care about you personally and that we wish you as much comfort and solace you can find in this letter and through your inner circle of friends. Trust in our Lord Jesus Christ who has gone before to have prepared a magnificent home for Patricia. May God bless you and keep you safe.
james willner
October 13, 2011
May the eternal light shine upon her...
louise wisinski
October 13, 2011
Will always remember you from your General Hospital days. Rest in peace.
October 13, 2011
Mrs. Modell was a kind generous woman who always had a smile. I was extremely lucky to have worked for the family while they were in Cleveland and enjoyed my time at the "house"
She will live on through her work with Hospice and many other charities.
RIP Mrs. Modell you will be missed.
The Seamstress from Cleveland
Marie
October 13, 2011
Sincere sympathy to the Modell family.May God comfort your family in the days and weeks ahead.May you take comfort in the knowledge that" God is near to those who are broken at heart",Marie
Mermaiden
October 13, 2011
What a lovely woman, she is soaring with the angels now. In a world where some worship greed, this family is a source of inspiration. You'll find them under the words compassion, and humanitarian, in the dictionary. Thank you for all you've done in service of others......the true meaning of giving back.
Janice Molina
October 13, 2011
I remember Ms. Breslin from the Jackie Cooper show. She was very talented and certainly very pretty. Reading about all of her activities in her later life I am awed by all she did. A lovely lady, for sure! My sympathies to her family.
Janice Molina
Tucson, Arizona
Rosemary
October 13, 2011
I remember so many of you TV performances, you were a always a joy to watch. I know you are in heaven now and at peace. I pray your family will find peace also. God Bless you.
Julie Anders
October 13, 2011
With Deepest Sympathy, to The Modell Family.
John 11: 1-44
Maria Olvera
October 13, 2011
Thank you for your many contributions to your communities, especially Cleveland and Baltimore.
October 13, 2011
To The Modell Family,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Pat Modell,wife of Art Modell,and profound movie actress.Pat will be sadly missed from all who were priviledged to have known her,with that warm tender smile,that showed intellectual class,as well as charm.Pat is in heaven now,with God"s Angels to guide her to everlasting Peace,and may God Bless all of you in your time of need.
All Of Our Very Best ,Elliot @Geraldine Riebman
Coatesville ,Pa.
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Rev. Raina Hamill
October 13, 2011
Dear Modell family, so sorry for your loss ! I remember your Pat from so many thing's that she was in ! She was a most beautiful Lady and she will be so very much missed ! Peace be with you all, at this time of sorrow ! Reverend Raina Hamill and family ! God Bless you, all !
Les Breese
October 13, 2011
I remember Patricia Modell as a gifted and talented actress who was such a welcomed and familiar presence in so many TV programs of the past. My sincerest condolences to her family, friends, and fellow fans.
thomas family
October 13, 2011
Rest In Peace, Mrs. Modell. God Bless.
October 13, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Patricia's passing. I extend my sympathy to the family.
Glenn Hale
Muscle Shoals, Al
O Griffin
October 13, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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