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Patricia Stelz Obituary
Pat was born in Bronx, N.Y., to her loving parents Catherine and Ernest. She moved to New Hampshire in 1982 with her former husband, Leo and two children, Ryan and Tara. It was here in New Hampshire she earned her BA at UNH and Masters of Divinity and Social Work from Boston University while raising her children.
From 1997-2004, she served as the Youth Ministries Coordinator in the Episcopal Diocese of New Hampshire, where her passion in guiding youth in their journey in faith helped to reinvigorate the diocesan youth program. During this time she sought ordination attending Episcopal Divinity School, Cambridge, Mass. Pat was ordained first as a deacon and then as a priest of the Episcopal Church in 2005. Her interest in interim ministry brought her to serve her priesthood at Holy Trinity, West Chester, Pa.; All Saints, Oakville, Conn.; St. Michael's, Holliston, Mass.; and, St. Dunstan's in Dover, Mass.
Even a brief summary of her life would not be complete without the mention of her love and adoration of her family and especially her grandchildren.
Pat is survived by her husband, Ted Rice; her son Ryan Brunk; her daughter-in-law, Joanne; her daughter, Tara Donnellan; her son-in-law, Martin; her beloved grandchildren, Chloe, Colm, Maggie and Nora; brother, Gerry Stelz; cousin, Lisbeth Riach; step-daughter, Megan Rice; step-son, Josh Rice; and numerous other extended family members.
The celebration of Pat's life and ministry will take place Friday, Feb. 26, at 11 a.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 214 Main St., Nashua. All are welcome!
In lieu of flowers, contributions in the name of Pat Stelz can be made to the Episcopal Diocese of New Hampshire to be used for youth work.
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Memories and Condolences
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Linda Caesar
February 20, 2021
Pat was a wonderful interim at All Saints' in Oakville, CT and is fondly remembered to this day by all those who worked and laughed with her.
A. M.
March 9, 2016
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
March 2, 2016
May you find comfort and strength in knowing that others share your grief. With much sympathy.
Lockhart Family
February 26, 2016
Pat was a wonderful,kind,inspiring, giving friend to our family for over thirty years. We shall miss her dearly. Our heartfelt sympathy to her family.
Linda Caesar
February 25, 2016
All Saints' Church parishioners hold the family of Pat in their hearts and prayers. Pat blessed our parish with her life and love. She inspires us still.
Lori Seibert
February 25, 2016
Pat was a gentle, loving, wise soul. We were all the better for knowing her. We mourn her passing from this life. Heaven has another angel. May she rest in peace.
mary Letzkus
February 24, 2016
Pat was greatly loved and admired by her many friends at Holy Trinity West Chester.
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