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Paul
May 20, 2025
I always enjoyed her on Match game.
Kristine
February 4, 2025
I am watching a rerun of Tattletails. Patti & Donald are one of the panelist. I´ve always liked her a lot. She was truly a funny, wonderful woman. I would´ve loved to have met her. God bless her always
Jean Schick jacobowitz
October 12, 2024
Pattie read our book "A Bit of Applause for Mrs.Claus", at the Bel Aire Woman's Christmas party in 2004. She was the perfect character we envisioned to have portrayed our fun Mrs.Claus character!
It is the 25th year of publication by Sourcebook and we finally have gotten our rights back to the book.
Timing is everything and we so regret Patti has not been here to again bring some laughter for the holiday season.
Georgiana
September 17, 2024
She was so cute and funny. Especially when she would tell her son to go to bed on match game. Miss her XOXOXOXO
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September 16, 2024
I'm watching match game Patti is beautiful her legacy will go on forever
Tracy Zehring
August 20, 2024
Patti, you were a part of my growing up, you seemed so sweet. RIP
Michael Gibson
August 19, 2024
Funny, funny lady. I will miss her.
Melanie Maack
July 26, 2024
Still watching old re-runs of Match Game. Loved Patti on Match Game and Laugh-In (I was only 5 or 6 years old when I used to watch Laugh-In). I still remember Patti on Laugh-In. She was an awesome entertainer. R.I.P.
Melanie Maack
Eddie Trujillo
July 9, 2024
Patti
We will be missed and love from all of us.
She was watching her on Match Game on tv.
She is very pretty to,
Sincerely yours,
Edward A.Trujillo jr
South Salt Lake City Utah
Todd Davis
May 22, 2024
I loved your appearances on Match Game and Tattletales.I am watching you on Tattletales right now
Kate D.
April 23, 2024
Patti, you were one of my favorites on Match Game. And I loved the episode where Gene Rayburn carried your little boy Max and Gary Burgoff's daughter Gena down the stairs. Beautiful children! Such great memories. God Bless you and Donald in heaven. RIP.
vic/terry tillinghast
April 23, 2024
patti: r I p
donna k
April 8, 2024
just really loved her. beautiful and funny.
Kay Akers
January 30, 2024
Loved watching her on match game and when her and husband Donald appeared many times on tattle tales!
They were great together and the wild has loss two very talented performers! I truly was broken hearted when we learned she had cancer and then when she passed away. Then we learned about Donald, how is it possible?
I so enjoy watching them now in 2024 whenever they are on tatletales Thank you for all the great memories !
Sincerely, Kay
Scott
January 9, 2024
Always enjoyed her on match game! Been watching re-runs of the show, hope she's smiling down on us thanks for the laughs! RIP
Carol e
January 9, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lisa M.
December 16, 2023
As I´m watching reruns of Match Game tonight, they mentioned its Patti´s birthday. I hope shes´ having a party up in heaven with her husband and all the other celebrity guest on the panel! ....You rock Patti!!
Thomas
December 3, 2023
I still watch old reruns of Match Game,, with all the revolving guests, including Patti . She was great ! She lives on.
Television
October 23, 2023
Oh Patti!! I am watching you right now on "Match" game. You are so funny and very unique! I hope you and Donald are turning "Heaven" upside down! You are missed! R.I.P. Patti
Leslie Honcharik
August 21, 2023
Patty and her husband "Fast Donald" Ross were such an entertaining, funny, talented couple. Loved both of them so much on Tattletales and Match Game back in the 1970's. They brought laughter and entertainment to millions of fans. My sympathy to their family.
Robert Fenhagen
August 16, 2023
Patti was delightful!
Abby Irish
July 21, 2023
I just want Max to know that even though we, my husband and I, didn´t know Patti personally, or Donald, that we think of them often. We took in Frank n Beans before Donald´s passing.
We loved caring for the boys and now that they have passed, we think of the whole Ross family often.
Sandra Klymkiw-Bowers
July 13, 2023
Rest in Peace Patti.
Iyou are with Donald!
Preston Burger
January 20, 2023
She was a beauty before I was born
Cathy Swiercz
January 20, 2023
Watched rerun of Match Game this am . Patti showed a green baby sweater for then baby Max, that a viewer had knitted, showing pics of Patti and her husband and the match game set ,knitted in the sweater.
It prompted me to see what she was doing presently . So sad and sorry to see that she has passed away . She was a great entertaining lady . Cathy Swiercz
Mary and Henrí
September 29, 2022
Saw her on old Match Game, she's an original. Sorry to just read she has died. She added alot to any and every show she was on. RIP
Tommy B
May 9, 2022
Luv u Patti, Godspeed.
Ramundo
March 27, 2022
Geez, I didn´t even know you were sick ! RiP
JoAnn Monday
January 9, 2022
So sorry to hear. Wonderful comedian and wife & Mother
Robert Melheim
December 26, 2021
Sorry for your loss..... Loved Patti on match game
Siobhan Moore
April 26, 2021
Watching Patti on Match Game. Wanted to find out where she was in life. Sad to find out she passed away
A truly fun and fun loving individual
Much love, light, & many blessings to her family and friends
Donna Cohen
October 23, 2020
She was such a funny lady,I was so sorry to hear that she had passed,
August 15, 2020
After watching Match Game reruns, I googled Patti because I wanted to see what she was doing. She was brilliant and I am so sorry.
Carol
June 2, 2020
She was a great artist.
Robert Delaney
May 16, 2020
I worked with Patty back in the 60s Rabbit Run theater that was where she started.. She was very funny.
..RIP..... remember Curtain Call.... 7:30
Dale Deonas
May 14, 2020
I loved her spirit, courage, and her quick wit. RIP
Michael
May 6, 2020
She always brought a smile to my face.
John Elmo
March 31, 2020
Patti I still watch you on Match Game today. You were awesome and such a sweet lady. And from Pittsburgh ? A great city. I know you are keeping them laughing in Heaven.......Luv ya John
Denise Breece
January 23, 2020
MY husband and I are watching the Match Game now and LOVED seeing MS. Patty. She'd just crack us up. Couldn't help but laugh
THANK You for the laughs ❤❤
December 12, 2019
Condolences to your family family. God bless you. Rest In Peace. You were the very best!
James Durden
October 22, 2019
I would like every one to know that Patti was the most beautiful redhead in the world , at least she was to me. Her smile was something that made me feel so warm inside. As just another person that never met her it seemed as if I knew her my whole life. a glow of beauty and warmth always within her
. A wonderful person gone but only for a moment , one day I hope to finally met you in our fathers kingdom. To me you are truly missed .
Karen
September 18, 2019
I'm watching an old episode of tattletales . Patti and Donald were so funny and smart. Thank you both,for years of laughter. Rest in Peace. ❤
Eric Carver
August 8, 2019
Patti Deutsch she was great as a fan of hers I enjoyed her work love her raspy voice and the good old days of match game with Gene Rayburn so now she's up there in that great place call Heaven along with her husband Donald may they both rest in peace.
Donnie Phillips II
June 26, 2019
People who make other people laugh and smile are priceless. The supply of such folks is dwindling. I'll remember her for that perfect red hair and cerebral yet comedic answers on Match Game. Funny Girls Are The Best. Forget California! :)
Robbie Wittkowski
March 30, 2019
Patti, thanks for so many memories. RIP
Mary Ybarra-Sorola
March 26, 2019
Condolences to the Deutsch and Ross family. I still watch Patti and her husband Donald on Tattletales and I am watching Patti on the Match Game as I speak. Patti had beautiful red hair which I loved. This was a couple who lasted till death did them part.
Natalie Julian
February 8, 2019
Rest in peace watched her on match game
Carol Humphries
February 3, 2019
So adored and so missed. A sweet and talented lady, and very funny!
Loren Peterson
January 14, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. With lots of love
Patti you are missed
Sybil-Roxanne Clemons
January 6, 2019
My heart goes to Patti's family. I am sending prayers your way.
Alan Franks
November 22, 2018
U we're always the Tops!
Janet Mobley
November 18, 2018
Loved you on match still watching today just found out you passed away
July 14, 2018
RIP Ms. Patti your memory will live on forever. Thankfully we have reruns!! Thank you for your gift of entertainment!
Bob Dropinski
May 1, 2018
Just saw the Daytime Emmys and the in memorium to Patty. I had no idea she passed. I loved her on Match Game. Was always glad to see she was going to be on the panel. Thanks for the laughs.
carol martin
March 23, 2018
So sorry - you brought so many smiles - every time we see Mr. Mom and you at the deli counter we bust up - the most important thing is to bring laughter.
Michael Fenster
March 20, 2018
Loved you on match game
You were great
Bj
February 22, 2018
Am just watching a re-run of The Match Game and Patty is on it with her little daughter. Loved her humor, voice and apparent kindness. Saw her on Tattletales,also and loved her there. Donald, a perfect match for her. She had to be a wonderful Mom and Grandmother. God bless her and sympathy to her family.
Ron Boyd
January 27, 2018
You will be missed. Thanks for all the entertainment you provided us with and the love you showed the world.
Ron Dankmyer
January 4, 2018
RIP Patti. You and Donald made a great team. Best wishes to Donald and family.
Marie
January 3, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful funny & tasteful woman who never fails to make me laugh when I watch reruns of match game & tattletales. So glad she & Donald had such a long marriage & great family.
Claudia Kegans
January 2, 2018
What a fantastic lady you are and were on any program. You will be more missed than can be expressed. Also loved your patter back and forth with Donald, who was also extremely talented. Your beauty was also magnificent. RIP Mrs. Patti Ross.
December 19, 2017
RIP Patty you will be missed
November 26, 2017
I really enjoyed seeing patty...love you very much
October 28, 2017
I had forgotten what great comedian she was until I started watching reruns of Match Game.
Jim Schwartz
October 17, 2017
My condolences to the family.
I remember our good times at allderdice high school.
Ken Landino
October 7, 2017
Was just watching tattle tales. You were the best with Donald god bless you and your family. I could tell by watching show how much you two loved each other. You were the best
Elva Foster
October 7, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Patti. I hope you find comfort knowing she is in the loving arms of God.
Janet Finnegan
October 4, 2017
She was a gracious & funny lady. I will always remember her beautiful smile and lovely red hair.
Helen Mays
October 3, 2017
Donald and family;; know that I am praying for all of you and Patti is watching you from Heaven, God bless all of you.
Lizabeth Anne
October 2, 2017
She brought laughter to my life when she and Donald were on Tattletales. What an amazing couple!
Leda Melvin
September 30, 2017
I must be living in the dark, just read of Patti passing, we're the same age.I absolutely love her.
Lena Binley
September 27, 2017
You were pure gold. I loved you on Match Game and just watched Tattletales which prompted me to look you up. I didn't know had passed until now. I'm sorry for her family's loss. Patti was the best!
S. Hill
September 15, 2017
My sincere condolences for your loss. May you allow the God of all comfort to strengthen you, He knows the depth of the pain in your hearts. Look to God in prayer, He will give you the support you need. Psalms 145:14,18
Wendy Hoholek
September 12, 2017
I am watching Match Game right now. She was hilarious! The Match Game question was Zza Gabor gets mariied and loses her blank over the Niagara Falls. Patti says that she loses her mother!
Alison Topalian
September 4, 2017
Funny funny lady. I loved watching her and her husband Donald on Tattletales. They were one of my favorite couples. My thoughts and prayers for Donald and family
Leo McStubbs
September 3, 2017
So sorry to hear of Patti's passing. Deepest condolences to her friends and family.
Lisa Weiner
September 2, 2017
To Patti Deutsch,
You were a great comedian on martin and rowan's laugh-in and you were a great panelist on the game show the match game. My prayers go to your family . Lisa Weiner
Connie Huffman
August 29, 2017
I enjoyed Patti Witt.
Toni Martinez
August 26, 2017
Just heard of Patti's passing. Loved seeing her on Match Game and especially Tattletales with Donald. You both were great. The stories of ur life were hilarious. Remember seeing Max on Match Game. She also was a geat comedienne. Praying for Donald and all her family to help u all with ur pain.
Jeff MOORE
August 23, 2017
To the Ross family,
My sincerest condolences on Patti's passing. She was always an awesome panelist on Match Game, which is still running on TV. In fact, they just showed an episode of MG where Max was on as a toddler.
I'm forever a fan.
Roy Barreca
August 19, 2017
To the Ross family:
I have just learned about your loss and was saddened by it.
I never at the pleasure of meeting her but would have truly like to have done so.
My acquaintance Johnny Olson, the announcer on Match Game, told me she was just as great off stage as on the air. Her personality shine brightly and you could see why everyone loved her.
I can tell you with the reruns that are shown of all the shows she appeared on that she still brings Joy to millions of people everyday.
My deepest sympathies go out to you.
August 19, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences to Patti's husband and family. We enjoyed Patti all through the years... she was a unique, delightful, witty entertainer that always made us laugh & feel good.
We are right now watching a re run of Tattletales from the 1970s and laughing at the exchanges by Patti & Donald... a very fun, smart & funny couple.
We wondered about both of you these days and looked you up a few minutes ago to sadly read the news of Patti's passing just a short while ago.
May your memories be a blessing and thank you Patti for being a bright light to your many fans.
Peace to you all....❤2 fans from Minnesota
August 19, 2017
Sometimes when I am watching reruns of game shows (Match Game and Tattletales, etc) on GSN and BUZZR, I wonder what happened to some of the stars on the shows. This night as I was watching Tattletales, there was Donald Ross and Patti Deutsch and wondered if their marriage lasted and whether they were still with us. I was sad to learn that Patti left this earth so recently, but was so happy to learn that she and Donald were still together and had a wonderful family. She seemed to be a wonderful person and reading about her life reaffirmed my assessment of someone I never knew -- only through a screen. Plus was elated to learn she attended UT Austin (maybe we were there at the same time). Condolences to the Ross family, but remember -- Don't cry because she is gone. Smile because she was here. RIP Patti Deutsch Ross -- Keep 'em smiling in Heaven!
Barbara Grandi
August 18, 2017
To Donald Ross and Family,
I want to offer my sympathy to you and your family.
May she rest in peace. Patty was a funny sweet lady.
Barbara Grandi - a fan Maspeth Queens 08-18-17
First cousins
Lynda & Stan Levy
August 18, 2017
We were in Africa when Patti our beloved cousin died and did send a condolence however, apparently it never was delivered. Suffice to say, she was a beloved member of our family. She shared a birthday with my father, of blessed memory, and we celebrated them annually during our annual family Chanukah Brunch(s) with much love and Donald's infamous chopped liver and Max and family when they were in town. Donald is my (Lynda's) first cousin and my father's favorite nephew for whom he made pancakes every week with Patti's blessing. Patti was one funny lady, always a quick retort to any comment made that always brought a laugh. She had THE most unique handbags from a chicken to a milk carton which I once had given her. You will live in our hearts and memories forever and will keep Donald safe from harm and close. We love you, always Cuz Lynda and Stan
Linda Hitchcock
August 17, 2017
Patty was an incredibly funny, sweet and genuine lady...I always loved that she never resorted to foul language to get a laugh.
My sympathy to her family...
J W
August 14, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mahin Fardin
August 10, 2017
Dear Donald and Family,
My deepest sympatty on loss of your loved one.
Patti will always be remembered in our heart.
May she rest in peace.
Heidi Helmick
August 9, 2017
Ms.Ross,
You were always one of the finest human beings that ever walked this Earth. You brought out a lot of good things in your works but mostly joy because your voice was unique AND you were truly talented. Thank you for being you.
August 8, 2017
God bless ...
Helen Mays
August 7, 2017
Loved Patti so much. Hugs and love to all her family.
J Mills
August 5, 2017
To the Ross family: I never met or knew Patti. But as an avid viewer of "The Match Game" for many years during its run & reruns on The Game Show Network, I think we all got a sample of her personality, wit and sense of humor. To say that she was unique would be an understatement. Between her trademark deadpan stare into the camera when her name was announced by the late Johnny Olson to her quirky answers, she truly was and is memorable. Her love for her husband and her children also came across on "Match Game" and "Tattle Tales". And I would be remiss if I did not mention her all-too-brief appearance in "Mr. Mom" in what I consider to be a classic scene where she rattles off several names of hams and cheeses to Michael Keaton.
When I heard about Patti's death on The Game Show Network a few days ago, it made me very sad. My thoughts and condolences go out to her family especially her husband and her children. When I was a kid and I would be home sick from school or even later in life when I would be sick from work, I could always rely on "Match Game" to help cheer me up and people like Patti to make me smile and laugh again. And God knows, we need more smiles and laughs in this world. Patti, thank you for all the smiles and laughs and for being you.
Don Forney
August 2, 2017
Mr. Ross & Children,
I extend to you my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Patty Deutsch brightened up my life any time her face appeared on "Match Game" or her voice was heard doing a commercial! She was a beautiful, intelligent, and inherently funny human being. Thank you for sharing her with the rest of the world!
Don Forney
Jerry Betancourt
August 2, 2017
Enjoyed your talent,you brought a much needed humor to our uptight world,rest in peace.And when you tire of resting do some comedy gigs in heaven!
Al V
August 2, 2017
Patti was beautiful and funny thankfully we can still watch her on matchgame my condolences to her family.
Millie OConnor
August 2, 2017
You were one of a kind, Patti. So sorry to see you leave this world. So enjoyed seeing you and your unique answers on Match Game. RIP.
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