Patricia-Paczynski-Obituary

Patricia Ann Paczynski

Obituary

Patricia Ann (Suomela - Sundin) Paczynski, 65, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2008 at her home in Duluth. Pat grew up in Hermantown, and was a lifelong resident of the Duluth area. She did many things; housekeeper, cook, home health aide and homemaker. Pat enjoyed camping and cooking for her family and friends. She was a very avid race fan, and loved watching her grandchildren in their various sports and activities. She will be dearly missed. She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, John and Michael. Pat is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Stanley ""Stash''; three children, Robin (Casey) Paulsen of Tempe, Ariz., Stan (Lisa) Paczynski of Hermantown, Wendi (Pete) Mattinen of Hermantown; threee grandchildren, Joe, Jeff, Kaitlyn; two sisters, Susan (Thomas) Green, Beth (Keith) Archambeau; two step-sisters Barbie, Jean; many nieces and nephews; extended family and friends; furry buddy, Toby. MEMORIAL SERVICE:3 p.m. Tuesday July 1, 2008 in the Cremation Society of Minnesota, 4100 Grand Ave, Duluth (218) 624-5200. There will be a visitation one hour prior, and a reception following.


This obituary was originally published in the Duluth News Tribune.

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Dear Stach,Ogie, Wendy, Robin and all Family's, I miss Pat.. We were like twins. She was so beautiful on the outside as well as the inside. We had so much in common. We talked every time we got together about life and all the turns it takes. The good and the bad times. She helped me to take care of my self. I feel that she helped me to be a better person to everyone. Other people should use her as an example. Be all you can be and then some. Love of God to you all. In Christ's loving...

Pat was like my second mother and father. In fact on Fathers Day I called her and wished her and Stash a happy Fathers Day, she laughed. We talked for over an hour it was always fun to chat with her. The last words we spoke were "I love you Pat, and tell Stash I love him." and she said to me..."Will do, I love you too, call us again, soon."
They took me into their lives and brought great joy to my life and I only wish their hearts will be comforted, our great loss of her is Gods greats...

Dear Stash, Robin, Ogie and Wendy
I was so saddened to her about "Auntie" Pat. I was just thinking about the Swanson's Campground gang the other day. What great memories I have of the Oohs and the Aahs, the Labor Day talent show, going to DQ in Solon, flashlight tag, and the countless hours we spent in the pool until our feet were pruny and worn raw. Your family was part of those happy times. Pat was such a special person, with a warm, loving heart. I'd like to think that she and my...

I am thinking of you today dear Pat...my family and I are unable to attend your funeral service because we will be out of town. I just can't believe that you are gone. I wish so dearly that we had all kept in contact because we were such good friends and shared so many good memories for so many years. I hope you know that we will not forget those memories ever. You are a wonderful lady Pat and you touched many lives. We are thinking of you too Stash and your family. Just know that Pat is...

Dear Stash, Wendi, Ogie and Robin,

My family and I are saddened to hear of Pat's passing. She was such a great person and a wonderful loving wife and mother. She was like family to us and welcomed us with open arms from the first day we met her. We selfishly didn't know she was ill. We haven't seen each other for quite a few months because life is just too busy and should'nt be! Losing Pat only assures me that life is too short and we need to take time for family and friends! We...

Pat will be sadly missed. She was an amazing woman, friendly to all and one of the most caring people I have known. I was very fortunate to have Pat, Stash and their family in my life at an early age thanks to their friendship with my parents Kathy&Don Eckstrom(whom also are very saddened by this loss) . I spent a lot of time with them growing up and will forever keep those memories at heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and may she rest in peace. She will be sadly missed. ...

Stash, We wish to extend our condolences to you and your family in the loss of your wife, Pat. We know that you are saddened by her death and will miss her.

Dear Stash & Family;Am truly saddened to see of Pat's death; she was a beautiful lady who suffered & endured much. You always felt at home w/her.She will be dearly missed, & our deepest sympathy to all who loved her.
Bobbie Morningstar & Keith Hoffman
Hot Springs, Ar.

Stash, Wendi, Ogie, Robin and families,

I was deeply saddened to hear of Pat's passing. I didn't get to see her at the races when I was in town and that was quite unusual. Upon hearing she hadn't been doing well, I could only pray that we would see her back in her chair in good health routing for Darrell. Unfortunately that was not to be.

We will all truly miss Pat and her beautiful smile. I have had many good memories over the years and I will cherish them always. She was...