Patricia Churchill Persley

I just heard about your mother's passing. I'm sorry for your loss as I know you all were very close. I remember her as a kind lady with a smile for everyone she met. I know she will be missed.

I want you to know that I do understand how you feel and there is nothing that can take the pain away but eventually you will find a way to live with it. There will be sleepless nights and every day when you wake up it will be the first thing you think about ... until one day ... it will be...

Dear Kristen, I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Jim and I always loved your mother and father. They were very special people, and left a lot of happy memories for so many. Pat was always so kind, (especially to Jim's mother) and she always had a lovely smile, and a nice word to say. Jim also passed away last June. Because we moved to Florida it became hard to keep in touch with your parents. God Bless you and your family. Carol

Kristen,

We are saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. She had a profound impact on so many kids lives, just like you have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colleen and John Fitzsimmons

Kristin, our moms were good friends, neighbors, and fellow bowlers. She was a beloved teacher, and the end of an era. She and your dad will be remembered always.

My thoughts and prayers are with all Mrs. Persley's loved ones. She was my kindergarten teacher too, and simply enchanting in a classroom. She played that piano and led us all in song, endured us all the year the measles swept through the entire class, and somehow remained soft spoken and sane. Surely a crown in heaven awaits her.

Hi, I remember your mom very well, she was my Kindergarten teacher in 1953, she was so pretty, and kind to us...I was very shy...I never saw her again, but will always hold her dear and as a model of a good teacher! Karen (Meier) Mayer

Your mom was my kindergarten teacher, and I truly loved her. I saw her a few years ago in Price Chopper and she remembered me. I, of course, remembered her and told her how I thought of her often. I always thought she was the most beautiful woman, inside and out.