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Patricia Ann Mallory Harbeck Gonzalez

Patricia Ann Mallory Harbeck Gonzalez obituary, Newport News, VA

Patricia Gonzalez Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Patty was born December 29, 1955, and passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on April 20, 2013, after a three year battle with appendix cancer. She sadly leaves behind her children, Ashley Harbeck and John Harbeck; her granddaughter, Andrea Baker who was her strength and source of joy; and her chosen sons, Andrew and Aaron Baker. She also leaves behind her husband, Pat; mother, Nancy G. Schenck; siblings, Pamela Mallory, Charles Douglas Mallory Jr., David Schenck (Paula) and Angela Caravana (Mike); and a large extended family. She was predeceased by her father Charles Douglas "Snookie" Mallory. Patty was a surgical technician at Sentara Hampton General and Mary Immaculate Hospital for many years. She was also a traveling technician who especially loved working in the Florida Keys. She chose to donate her body to the Anatomy Gifts Registry in hopes she might help to find a cure for her rare form of cancer. Thanks to all her close friends and neighbors for the care and love they showed Patty. She will be truly missed by all who knew her. There will be a private memorial service held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Anatomic Gift Foundation, 7522 Connelley Drive, Suite M., Hanover, MD 21076 or the American Cancer Society, 11835 Canon Blvd, Newport News, VA 23606.

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Published by Daily Press on Apr. 26, 2013.

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Patty Arrington-Martin

July 7, 2013

I am so saddened by Patty's passing. We hadn't seen one another in so many years, but I will always remember our friendship in high school and how much fun we had together. Patty was always so kind and thoughtful, and knew the meaning of friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

William Coxe

May 26, 2013

I met Patty when she worked at the On the Run (now Pit Stop) just down the road from where she lived. She was always sweet and wonderful. Even after she was diagnosed with cancer, I would stop by her house and check up on her and the family. I express my sincere sympathy to the family, but treasured the chance to know the spirit she was.

Kathleen Brennan Balding

May 3, 2013

The last time I saw Patty was at our 10th Ferguson High School Reunion. Patty, Brenda Wiggington and me were the only single ones there. I knew Patty's 1st husband for a while due to his job and she teased me for not introducing them earlier. I never saw Patty again because I moved away. I'm sorry to read about her passing! Patty, you may be physically gone but not forgotten! I'll see you on the other side. God Bless you and your family. Peace.

Kim Baker

May 2, 2013

Thinking about you and your family. All are in our thoughts and prayers. You'll be missed.
Kim, Mike, Calvin, and Dave - -

Shirley Jones

April 30, 2013

Dear Nancy and family,
With great sadness, I read of Patty's passing. We do not expect to lose our children and I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and sustain each of you as the days pass. Hugs to each, Shirley Jones (one of your Palmer friends and David and Angela would remember me as Robert's mom.)

Reese Lovern-Bishop

April 30, 2013

There are no words that can do Patty justice. She was like a sister to me & I love her deeply. Patty, may you Rest In Peace.

madison gonzalez

April 28, 2013

These are the times that we face. In this world the are challenges that we all face and Patty faced one of the toughest ones. But don't think that she is gone forever, in the bible It said that the ones who died are at sleep. In the new world there will be resurection. But now Patty is in a deep sleep.

Pat Leblanc

April 27, 2013

My friend, my inspiration and the strongest person I have ever met. Patty gave strength to others the last three years. She will be missed. Look to the heavens and find the brightest star and that is Patty. She is the angel that will always be there for the ones she loved.

Kendra Fournier

April 26, 2013

Fate brought us together as neighbors, our children brought us together as friends. You were tough as nails, and kept your cancer at bay longer than anyone thought possible. You were a true fighter until the very end. You loved your children fiercely, and that is what I will always remember most. I will miss getting home from work and coming to sit on your porch to visit with you, those were special times for many years, as we traded our advice, worries, woes, and happy moments. And I will always blame you (with fondness!) for my addiction to the Florida Keys. Some of my favorite memories involve you, John, and Ashley. Your children are MY family for life, as I promised you. As much as I will miss you, I am thankful that you are free from pain. Watch over us all, my dear friend.

April 26, 2013

I will never forget all the special times we had together as sisters. I am so glad you are free from the pain but I miss you very much. I love you, Angela

Lee

April 26, 2013

You were very brave and strong, now you are with God and the Angels. Sweet Dreams

Lee

April 26, 2013

You were very brave and strong, now you are with God and the Angels. Sweet Dreams.

Bernadine Oakes

April 26, 2013

What a trooper. I think God needed Patty up in heaven for a reason. I prayed every Sun in church for Patty to beat this ugly disease.I will miss her very much.She was my FB gamer, will miss her help. No more pain.

Betty Merritts

April 26, 2013

My dear friend, I am gonna missyou so much. I will always remember the laughs we shared together and all the great times...Hampton General was never the same after you and Reese left. You will always be in my heart. You will never be forgotten...You will be remembered at every Relay For Life event...Your are no longer in pain.I know you are my ANGEL beside me...I love you and I know you are no longer in pain..Rest my friend..Until we meet again...I love you!!!

April 26, 2013

Judy Guthro

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