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Cindy L. Patterson
1959 - 2005
Cindy L. Patterson
1959 - 2005
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Cindy Patterson Obituary
She was born November 23, 1959 at the Ashtabula General Hospital, the daughter of John R. & Donna M. (Lines) Patterson and has been a resident of Jefferson and Ashtabula all of her life. Ms. Patterson was a 1978 graduate of Jefferson Area High School and a 1984 graduate of Kent State University. She substitute taught from 1984-86 in the Jefferson Area Local School System and has been a teacher in the Buckeye Local School System since 1986, teaching Jr. High Language Arts.
Ms. Patterson has served in many capacities at the Edgewood Schools. She was Freshman Basketball Cheerleader Advisor, AFS Advisor, Career Education Advisor for the District, served as Edgewood Sr. High School Golf, Track & Soccer Coach, served on the Principal Advisory Committee, taught summer school, was the Jr. High Building Representative, was in Who’s Who of American Teachers and was a Martha Holden Jennings Scholar for teaching excellence. She worked summers at the Frosty Harbor Cream and worked many summers at the Jefferson Dairy Queen.
She was affiliated with the Jefferson United Methodist Church and a member of the Hickory Nuts Golf League and other various golf leagues. She enjoyed helping to assemble the Jefferson Exchange Club Christmas Float, enjoyed doing yard work, and always put others before herself.
She is survived by her parents, John R. & Donna M. Patterson of Jefferson, a brother, sister-in-law & nephews, John R., Nancy, Joshua & Jeremiah Patterson of Jefferson, sister-in-law, Linda L. Patterson of Jefferson and nieces Kim Cotton, Ginger, Holly, Amber & Whitney Patterson & her special dog, Bo.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Q. Patterson in 1991 and her grandparents, Kenneth & Ann Lines & John & Daisy Patterson.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 A. M. Friday at the Jefferson United Methodist Church, 125 E. Jefferson St., Jefferson, with the Rev. Meredith Coleman officiating. Burial will be in Oakdale Cemetery.
Calling hours will be held Thursday from 1-3 & 6-8 P. M. at the Fleming Funeral Home, Inc., 49 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson. Memorial contributions may be made to the church memorial fund at the above address or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 1166 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, OH 44004. Expression of condolences and obituary on-line at flemingfuneralhome.com or www.legacy.com.
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Robert Tredway
August 10, 2022
Ms. Patterson was my reading teacher, but she had a profound influence on the trajectory of my life because of her love and advocacy. She is STILL in my top 3 most influential people in my life. Because of her, I continued my studies in French, I became a teacher, and I passed along that love for students that she demonstrated every day! I’m now an English Learner Instructional Lead and I reflect on how I can build better relationships with students, teachers, and their families bc of Ms. Patterson. That is her biggest legacy to me.
Justine and Bob Alessi
January 15, 2006
To say that Cindy was an extraordinary person is an understatement. Her kindness and especially her interest in other people was as beautiful as her smile. A light has gone out here on earth but the brightest star in heaven is Cindy,lighting the way to God ,just as she did on earth.
kyle ramey
January 3, 2006
i will always miss you, you were a great teacher and was always nice to me and eddie when we came and talked to you at the howies place, and sorry for your loss.
zackery hay
January 3, 2006
this is zackery hay i was in miss patterson's first class in wallce h. braden jr high school and is very sad that she has died though i did not know her vary well what i did know of her was that she loved to teach and loved the children that she taught and we well never forget her we also wish her and her family the best of luck though the years
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zackery hay
January 3, 2006
hi this is zack from school i am vary sorry for wht happend and hope ur family has a wounderful life love ur favorite student
Jordan Johnson
December 30, 2005
Miss Patterson was my 1st period teacher at Braden jr. high. She was a great teacher for the little time she was there. I know she won't be alone in heaven but with her brother and mine.
Maria J. Perez
December 30, 2005
To the Patterson family: I offer you my deepest condolences during this terrible and difficult time. I met Cindy in High School, I was the Exchange Student during her Senior year, she always had a sweet smile. I feel very sad knowing about her loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
I feel fortunate to have known Cindy.
Love, Maria
Larry & Dolores Town
December 29, 2005
We met Cindy serving weekend breakfasts at Frosty Harbor.She was
always a joy to visit with & she enjoyed her work.She was the reason at least one of us was there every weekend!!We certainly will miss her way of work & it will never be the same without her.Love to all!!
The Town Family
JS
December 29, 2005
I met Cindy on a trip the Bahamas many years ago. She was so friendly and full of life. I'm so sorry for your loss.
God Bless all her family and friends.
Jesse Daywalt
December 29, 2005
I was a student of miss patterson i will miss her very much and i hope the famliey will fell better and think on the good times
Charolett Turner
December 29, 2005
David and I will miss this smiling spirit, Cindy was a bright spot in our life. We will sadly miss traveling with her and at future gatherings of our travel group. What a sad loss for all of us.
Ben Stillman
December 29, 2005
!*Ben Stillma And Marcus Harmon*!~ says:
We are very that our great teacher Miss.Patterson died on December 26,2005. She was a great teacher and a great all around person, she was a great teacher in academics and sports. We were in her 9th period class at Wallace H. Braden Jr. High. She was a great leader in everthing she did and she tryed very hard. We didnt know her that long but we still think she was a great person in everthin
Thomas & Jacqueline Long
December 29, 2005
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family.
Ron & JoAnn Bisbee
December 28, 2005
John & Donna and family,
We were saddened to learn of your loss of Cindy. Please know your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Patti McNeil
December 28, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to the Patterson family.
Cindy, we will miss you but I know you will always be with us. We will never forget all our cruises, cruise parties & golfing. You gave us so many golf tips. Will miss you on Tuesday night league. Till we meet again.
Love you,
Rick & Patti McNeil
Marilyn and Don Gregg
December 28, 2005
To the Patterson Family, Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are pleased to have known Cindy.
Joslin Seeds
December 28, 2005
Ms. Patterson was a wonderful teacher and person; we all know. She was the first person to tell me that I was special and beautiful. That meant the world to a 7th grader who wasn't that sure of herself! She made a difference in my life. I will miss her.
French/Spanish Student;91-93 BJH
JAYNE COLIN-CURRIE
December 28, 2005
You are gone from our sight but never from our memories. We traveled the world together and now you go before us to prepare a place where we all will meet again and continue our journey. We have wonderful memories that we can cherish forever. God speed my friend.
Diana Grose
December 28, 2005
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Melissa Bryan
December 28, 2005
My deepest sympathies to all who are grieving the loss of such a wonderful person. I truly admired her kind and fun loving spirit. She made Braden a nice place to teach and her house was always a destination while walking. God Bless you, Cindy!
Jodelle Korabek
December 28, 2005
My deepest sympathies are extended to all of Miss Patterson's friends and family. She was one of my greatest inspirations as an academic teacher and athletic coach. She will be missed by many and will forever be respected and admired.
Marianne, Joe, and Maryelise Foderetti
December 28, 2005
We are deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful neighbor, teacher, and friend. We will always remember Cindy in our hearts. Our deepest condolences are with you at this difficult time.
Diane Watson
December 28, 2005
Godspeed to Cindy. One of the best teachers I have ever known. Always a smile on her face. Condolences to her family and the many students whose hearts she touched.
Fleming Funeral Home
December 27, 2005
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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