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Patricia Griswold Obituary

Patricia Griswold

Patricia Griswold, 87, of Delray Beach, FL and formerly of Virginia Beach, VA passed away on Monday, June 10, 2019. During college, she was a member of the Honor Society and had also received a Bachelor of Arts from Virginia Wesleyan College, Virginia Beach, VA. Patricia recieved a Master of Arts from Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA and was a Professor of Philosophy at Saint Leo College (Naval stations Norfolk and Virginia Beach). She was a member of St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Catholic Church.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband, A. Gorman Griswold, Jr.; daughters, Karen Horton, Donna Snowdale and her husband Robert, Sandra Swan and her husband William, Leslie Rhue and her husband Jeffrey; seven grandchildren, Jessica Schneider and her husband Todd, Jack Horton and his wife Brynn, Harrison Horton, Patrick Horton, Ashley Rhue, Holly Rhue and Jake Rhue; one great-grandchild, Fiona Schneider. She will also be missed by Dixie and KupCake, her beloved dogs.

A Funeral Service was held Saturday, June 15, 2019 at St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Catholic Church, 101 Homewood Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33445. Entombment was at The Gardens of Boca Raton, 4103 N Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Virginia Beach Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) or to an animal shelter of your choice.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 18, 2019.

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Inez McDermott

June 25, 2019

Dear Gorman & Family, How sad I am to hear of the loss of my dear friend,Pat. Nothing but fond, wonderful memories of Virginia Beach. Such a wise & intelligent woman who had a way with words. She was the best friend one could have. You have my deepest sympathy. I'll not say good bye Pat but good nite. Till then, missing you, Inez

June 19, 2019

Hello family and friends of Patricia. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort give you strength and the hope to see your loved one again!
Sincerely, Joarys

June 17, 2019

Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who binds up the broken-hearted comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this challenging time.(Isaiah 61: 1,2.) Sincerely.

June 17, 2019

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends and God.
1 Peter 5 : 7

G B

June 16, 2019

My sincere condolences for your loss. May the love and support of friends, family and God carry you through your grief in the days ahead as you await the fulfillment of Gods promise to one day reunite us with our loved ones again.
John 6 : 40

PG Williams

June 15, 2019

So sorry for the loss of your loved one. May you gain comfort from the words of Psalm 51:17 during this difficult time of your lives.

June 15, 2019

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Sla

June 15, 2019

My sincerest condolences to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time.-John 17:3

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