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Patricia J. Tierney
1941 - 2023
Patricia J. Tierney
1941 - 2023
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BORN
1941
DIED
2023
Patricia Tierney Obituary
Patricia Jean Tierney (September 7, 1941—February 18, 2023)
Patti devoted her life to loving and serving her family and her friends. She now joins her beloved husband and best friend, Chris, in heaven. Both of them loved God, their faith, and their children.
Her passing this week leaves us without our mom, grandmother, sister, and friend who we’ve cherished for the way she lived her life and enriched ours.
From her early years in her hometown of St. Louis to her nearly 50 years in Houston, Patti committed herself to others—as a grade school teacher, as a mentor to many fighting addiction, and as a wife and mother of four boys and seven grandchildren.
She is survived by her sons and their wives, Chris Tierney (Angie), Matt Tierney (Tricia), Pat Tierney (Cindy), and Tom Tierney (Sinead). She took great pride in and dearly loved her grandchildren, Grace, Ella, Chloe, Jack, Will, Declan, and Sean. She provided constant joy and affection to her siblings, Terri Gast (Doug) John Culliton (Cindy), and to Chris’ brothers, Tom (Georgine), John (Nancy) and Pat (Sharon), and to all of her niece and nephews who adored “Aunt Patti.”
Patti is preceded in death by her husband, Chris, her parents, George and Marge Culliton, and her brother George.
Visitation will be held Thursday, February 23, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, at Klein Funeral Home (16131 Champion Forest Dr. Spring, TX, 77379). A funeral mass will be held on Friday, February 24, at 2:00 pm at Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Church (18511 Klein Church Rd., Spring, TX, 77379).
In lieu of flowers, please offer donations to MD Anderson Cancer Center or the charity of your choice.
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Richard Bonadio
March 30, 2023
To the Tierney's, we are very sorry to here about your mother's passing. Your parents were very dear friends and very helpful when we relocated from Pittsburgh to Texas in the 80’s for WABCO & Cardwell Westinghouse. Please accept our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences. God bless, Hilda and Richard Bonadio.
Esther Cordova
March 8, 2023
Just heard of your Mom's passing. My deepest condolences and continued prayers for all of you. She is celebrating in heaven with your Dad.
Heidi (Fisher) Gwinn
February 28, 2023
Chris, Matt, Pat, Tom and Family-
Deepest condolences to you all for the loss of your mom. I just watched the slideshow, and saw so many beautiful memories to cherish. She raised you all well. You are in my prayers. God Bless.
AJ Sauer
February 25, 2023
Condolences to the Tierney family. Mrs T - your sense of humor and kindness was an example for all to follow. RIP.
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Kathy Soncrant
February 24, 2023
Patti was my Youngest son Kyle’s First Grade Teacher and Cypresswood Neighbor. Wonderful. Always so Positive and caring .. and Funny! Such a shock. Just learned Last night from a Post on Facebook. Love a Prayers for Her Family. You were The Best, Mrs. Tierney. In the Arms of The Angels. Beautiful service, Today.
Janelle Bissell
February 24, 2023
My deepest sympathies to Patty’s family.
Patti was the first person to reach out to me when we moved here. She always introduced me as “her personal nurse.” I don’t think i ever got together with her that she didn’t mention her boys and her grandchildren and how proud she was of them.
She always called my husband “Jack” even though his name was Herb. I said “Herb why does that woman call you Jack? Doesn’t she know your name is Herb?” He said Patti and him were chatting one night and Patti told Herb “you don’t know Jack!” so she always affectionately called him Jack.
When my husband was killed on his motorcycle Patti helped me through that. When I heard Patti died I imagined Herb met her at the pearly gates of heaven with a big hug and Patti said “Hey Jack!” Will miss your silliness and your friendship Pattilove and miss you!
Your personal nurse, Janelle
February 24, 2023
John, Terri, Chris, Matt, Tom, Pat and all the family. You have my deepest sympathy, I know you’re heart broken. I always remember what my dad said to me, I want to be with your mom so please don’t be sad. I’m sure Patti felt the same. She’s with Chris and her entire family! Love to all of you!
Cathy Strupel
Stephanie Bowden
February 24, 2023
Patti was my mentor when I first started teaching at Howdy Elementary in 1995. She was a caring teacher and taught me so much. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for your entire family.
Jennifer Wammack
February 24, 2023
I had the pleasure of talking with your mom for quite awhile this past summer and she talk of each of you with the biggest smile and pride. Every time I ran into her she would always ask about my family and genuinely listened. She is a wonderful, beautiful and kind women that we will miss. Y’all are in our hearts and prayers.
Jennifer Graves
February 24, 2023
Mrs Tierney was such a special lady, and she raised 4 amazing men my sincerest condolences to the family.
Helen Keane
February 23, 2023
To Dear Tom, Sinéad the kids and All the Tierney family, we offer our deepest sympathy on the sudden loss of your Mom,rip. Tom.
She will not leave your Heart.
A star is shining brighter in Heaven tonight.
Much Love and prayers.
Gerry Helen and the Keane family
Joseph Mooney
February 23, 2023
Patti was beautiful and terrific in every way. She moved from St. Louis long ago but I'd seen her several times in the last decade, including a stop-over on a trip to Houston about seven years ago. We had fun telling stories about our Irish grandparents (her grandfather was my grandmother's younger brother.) God bless everyone in the Tierney/Culliton/Hambrough family.
February 23, 2023
So sorry for your loss! Your mom and dad were such a nice, friendly and loving couple. We miss them!
Joyce and Bob Finch
Michael Santiago
February 23, 2023
Mrs. Tierney was a wonderful, funny, kind, patient, loyal, and great mother. She will be missed by all that she was around but never forgotten!
Liam & Beth
February 23, 2023
Sincere sympathies to all the Tierney family. Pattie was one of the most hospitable people you could meet, very witty and seemed to always look on the bright side.
May she Rest in Peace
VINCENT OCONNELL
February 23, 2023
Dear Patti was always a delight to be near. She provided a joy when all the cousins were together starting with the many summer gatherings. Prayers for her and for her family's peace. God already has her and I hope she can say some prayers for all of us to keep us at peace and in her joy.
Alan Mulvey
February 23, 2023
Dear Tom, Sinead and family,
Our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Thinking of you all.
Alan & Dee , Ireland
Santiago
February 22, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to your family. We are thinking of your family at this sad time. Sending love.
Angela M.
February 22, 2023
Patti's was a wise and witty woman. She cared for everyone around her and surely will be missed by many.
Courtney Harvey
February 22, 2023
My deepest condolences - Patti was a lovely person and I'm glad I got to know her through Tom and Sinead. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Betsy and John Vint
February 22, 2023
Our deep condolences to the Tierney family. May all the great memories of Patti sustain you. What a super friend she was.to so many. I’m honored to have been one of them. And the memories will be many.
Mark Adkisson
February 22, 2023
My prayers for all the boys their wives and extended families. What a sweet woman. Mr. T just got his soulmate back. Life done well!!
Chris Garrett
February 22, 2023
Thinking of what an absolute Angel would be, Patti Tierney for sure.
Bob Ritter
February 22, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the Tierney family.
Tess and Tom Mulvey Mulvey
February 22, 2023
Sincere sympathy to Pattys Family and extended family. May Patty Rest in Peace
RICHARD CHIRICO
February 22, 2023
Condolences to the Tierney family and prayers are with you during your time of grief.
Marietta Flanagan
February 21, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Patti's passing. I worked with her at Haude for many years. You could always count on Patti to lighten things up with her sense of humor. She was a compassionate teacher and a wonderful friend. She will be sorely missed. I am sorry I can't be there to say goodbye in person. Reset in peace Patti.
Brenda Quinn
February 21, 2023
My sincere condolences to Patti's family. Patti was my friend and one of the most loved people I have ever known. She and I bonded many years ago when she first came to our community. She had a special gift for listening, keeping things light hearted and fun, and being authentic. She and I giggled about many silly things over the years. I miss my friend already. But I am comforted that she passed so peacefully and is now in heaven with her husband; she always spoke so highly of him. What a great life she lived! May God bless her soul and all of us whom she left behind.
Kathie Elliott
February 21, 2023
I will always miss you, Patti, but, God needed another Angel.
Chris Papandrea
February 21, 2023
Condolences to the Tierney family.
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