Emma J. Patterson

Emma J. Patterson

Emma Patterson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jul. 3 to Jul. 5, 2009.
Emma Patterson, 54, died June 29, 2009, after a long hard fight with ALS. Retired from Suburban Cardiology, she was a loving daughter to Sarah and David Neal, a beloved wife to Allan L. Patterson, and a caring mother to Marissa (Bill) Slattery and Todd Patterson; she adored her only grandson Nolan A. Slattery. She was a sister to David Neal, Sarah McGowan and the late Janet Taylor.A Memorial Service will be held in Emma's honor on Monday, July 6th at 7 PM at the Kenmore Alliance Church (175 Bonnet Ave.), in Tonawanda, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to www.alsa.org for the "Walk to Defeat ALS" under team "Emma's Entourage".Visit www.legacy.com/tonawanda-news for on-line guest register.

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July 18, 2009

The Szortyka Family posted to the memorial.

July 13, 2009

SUSAN GREEN posted to the memorial.

July 6, 2009

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The Szortyka Family

July 18, 2009

The Patterson Family,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to and your loved ones. Emma will be missed greatly.

SUSAN GREEN

July 13, 2009

Didn't get to know EMMA but heard so many beautiful things about her from her cousin,Shirlee.[my mother] She sounded like she had a heart of gold and will be missed.When people like this touch our lives.............they will never be forgotten.May Emma have a BLESSED JOURNEY "HOME", SUSAN GREEN

July 6, 2009

Allan and family-

I have known Emma for almost as long as I have known you- she was one of the dearest sweetest persons on the face of the earth. I hope your memories will help you through this difficult time. She was loved by everyone who knew her.

Love John and Teresa (Mortimer) Cotton

Bridget Lett

July 6, 2009

Todd, a mother's love never parishes. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Myles & Bridget

Jennifer Earsing

July 6, 2009

Emma was a person who made your life better just for knowing her. She will be sadly missed in this world. My condolences on your great loss.

July 6, 2009

Todd,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. May the strong love and fond memories keep your mom with you always. Monique & D'Andre

shirlee Pensak

July 5, 2009

May the memories that you have shared with Emma ,keep her close in your heart to be with you always ,,you are in our hearts and prayers ,,Shirlee Eddie..[cousin in Pa.]

Tyler Pagels

July 4, 2009

Emma was always enthisiastic,a good friend and a loving and caring person. I will miss her.
With love, Tyler

Sharon (Clark) Kiedel

July 4, 2009

After a friendship with Emma for over 40 years, I will miss her much. She was my "bestest" friend, pal and confidant. The memories we made will forever be in my heart and mind.I wish you peace, girlfriend.
With love, Sharona

Barb & John Scrivano

July 4, 2009

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless Emma, and God Bless your family.
Love

Erin Kiedel

July 4, 2009

The Patterson Family,
May God comfort you at this diffucult time. Emma was a great wife, mom and friend. Keep your chins held high and know that Emma is, watching over you all. I will miss Emma dearly,!! Just want you all to know that I am here for you as well as my mom. We love you all like family. May God speed Emma!
Love, Erin Kiedel

The Federice Family

July 4, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

LynnAnn Cornett

July 4, 2009

although i never got to know you as i would have wished, my heart breaks over your loss. I do have some memories from a very long time ago. May you find peace and be free from pain.

Lynne McCarthy

July 4, 2009

We are so saddened to hear of Emmas passing. She was such a sweet and gentle person and will be sorely missed. I have many fond childhood memories of time spent with her. I will cherish them always. May peace and love surround you and may the happy memories you share bring you comfort. Love to all, Lynne and Bill

Alissa Slattery

July 4, 2009

We love and miss you emma

Debbie Pilozzi

July 4, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Rich,Debbie,Anthony and Nick Pilozzi

Velma Rider

July 4, 2009

Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and my best friend. A very special women in so many ways. I will always remember and cherish the memories we created together.

John Kiedel

July 4, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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