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Patsy Bussard Obituary
She was the wife of Larry E. Bussard for 49 years.
Born on October 25, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Thelma Colliflower.
She graduated from Frederick High School, Class of 1959, and was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Jefferson. In earlier years she worked as a receptionist for two dentists and later she enjoyed tutoring and substitute teaching.
she loved her flowers and enjoyed planting and tending her gardens. She was an avid antique collector and loved to travel and look for special antiques. She was a member of the R. S. Prussia Club and loved attending their conventions.
Survivng, besides her husband, is a son, Michael E. Bussard, his wife, Penny, and granddaughters Lillian and Caitlyn Bussard, all of Jefferson.
The family will receive friends on Monday June 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Donald B. Thompson Funeral Home, 31 E. Main St., Middletown.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 26, from St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Jefferson. Pastor Katrina Holland will officiate. Interment will be made in the Lutheran cemetery, Jefferson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Patsy's memory to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, POB 637, Jefferson, MD 21755, or to Kline Hospice House, POB 1799, Frederick, MD 21702.
Online guestbook available at DBThompsonfun
eralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patsy Bussard
Betty White
June 29, 2012
Larry,
You have my sympathy on the death of Patsy. Know that I am thinking and praying for you and the family. I'll always remember our cruise to Bermuda in 1993 when "Mouse" was still living.
God bless and your warm memories will bring you comfort.
Tom Geiser
June 27, 2012
Larry. Sorry to hear of your loss, allways enjoyed talking to Patsy at the picnics,etc. we will miss her.
Tom & Janet Geiser
Debbie Ott
June 26, 2012
Larry,
All of your friends at MMI are thinking of you. We are so sadden to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Ott
June 25, 2012
We'll miss seeing Patsy at our reunions. She was practically a member of our class ('53). Special memories are being with you both on that cruise so long ago and the pretty turquoise dress Patsy wore. Our love to you and your son.
Barbara and Bob Yinger
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Pat Struthers
June 25, 2012
Dear Larry and family, Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
June 25, 2012
Dear Larry and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. It was a true honor and pleasure to have known Patsy. May she rest in peace.
With Sympathy,
Donnie & Billie Norris, Middletown, MD
Pat and Paul Fogle
June 24, 2012
Dear Larry and family,
We were so sorry to read of Patsy's death. She was a good neighbor to us for many years. Our prayers are with you at this time.
June 24, 2012
Larry & Family,
My deepest sympathy. God Bless
John Staley (GV MISGA)
June 24, 2012
Larry and family
You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. If we can help you in any way just call.
God Bless
Cecil Ann & Lee Jr
John & Vickie Bussard
June 24, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss.
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