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Patricia Panik Obituary
Patricia A. Panik, 75, of Orefield passed on May 3, 2011. She was the wife of John Stephen Panik, Jr. for the past 53 years. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Gertrude (Lamm) Collins. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Allentown. Upon graduation from Allentown High School she worked at PPL and then retired from ALPO Petfoods administrative offices. Pat loved time with her family, traveling, good books and good laughs. She was a generous, kind-hearted woman and she will be missed dearly. Survivors: Husband, John; son, John; daughters, Kathy Pelletier, Patty Panik and husband Gary Griffith, Maria Smith and husband Dave; grandchildren, Tiffany Werner and husband Chris, Kristin Smith, Jason and Jaclyn Pelletier, Maria Erie; great-grandchildren, Arianna, Bryce and Cameron Werner; sister, Dianne Everett and brother, Daniel Collins. Services: Private. Funeral arrangements will be provided by Kohut Funeral Home. Contributions: Expressions of sympathy may be sent to St. John the Baptist Church.
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Gene and Linda Carter
May 8, 2011
Patty, Gary and Maria,
We were so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. Know that your sweet memories and the love of your family and friends will give you comfort at this time. We are holding you close in thought and prayer.
Love,
Gene and Linda
Dave and Ann Marie (Kohn) Egizio
May 6, 2011
To the Panik Family -- our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful lady. We remember her attending and of course cheering at all the different sporting events when we were all growing up in Midway Manor. May your memories help get you through this most difficult time.
Robin West
May 5, 2011
Uncle John, Johnny, Kathy, Patty and Maria,
I was just sitting here thinking about what I would remember most about Aunt Pat. I thought about all the family holidays we spent together, especially at the Collins' house. The picnics, the only family I knew who’s mother let them have a duck in their backyard, cramming into the red station wagon to go roller skating or the dear brave woman...taking all of us kids to the movies. Then I thought that’s not it. What I will remember most is the way her face would crinkle up before the most wonderful peal of laughter would ring out. Memories often bring tears, but they also bring smiles. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. She will be missed. Love, Robin
Jane (Koury) Sarko
May 5, 2011
Dear Patty and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Know that I am thinking of you and my prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Barbara Kintz
May 5, 2011
I am so sorry to hear that Pat passed away. I enjoyed very much working with her at ALPO. I'll never forget the time she and I spent in a bathroom together at the old Holiday Inn on Route 309, peeking through the door watching a dancer perform for one of our good friends 40th surprise Birthday, during our ALPO lunch hour! She was alway fun to be around. I'm sure she will be missed by all, but her memories will live on forever!
May 5, 2011
Dear John and Family,
We are all so sorry to hear about your loss. Yet we are very thankful for all the wonderful memories of our time spent together at the camp ground in Florida. Our boys loved "Pizza Man and Da Wife" more than you can ever know. We will cherish our fond memories and keep them close to our hearts always. You are both such special people to us. Pat was such a special lady in every way. We will miss her smile, her sense of humor and her special way of making us feel so important. She was always supportive and encouraging and full of praise for all of us. Even though our times together were short, we walked away feeling such a close and special bond with each of you. I know that your heart is heavy with pain right now, but please remember that heaven is warmer and brighter right now because a beautiful angel has been welcomed through heaven's doors. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Randy, Donna, Jeremy & Caleb Heard
Hazel Green, Alabama
Bea and Frank Pelletier
May 5, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Pat's passing, she will be surely missed by all who knew her.
Bea and Frank Pelletier
Julia Bartlett
May 5, 2011
John and Family - our deepest sympathy on your loss. Many years ago I baby-sat a lively little girl named Pat. More recently Herb and I enjoyed sharing some RV-ing days with you. Pat was a wonderful lady and we will miss her very much. Aunt Julie and Uncle Herb
Teri Santee
May 5, 2011
The world is a better place because of Pat. She raised a wonderful family, and her legacy will live on. I can only hope my family is as caring and wonderful as hers.
Ann DeVore
May 4, 2011
Kathy,
Just wanted to send my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mother. It is always so tough to lose someone you love so much but remembering the laughs and joys will help ease these dark days.
God has a new angel in heaven and she will watch over you and your family now.
God Bless,
Ann
Keith Apgar
May 4, 2011
Patty:
I was saddened this morning when I learned of your mothers passing. I have very fond memories of her when we were at Ritter. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry and Donna Ludwig
May 4, 2011
So sorry to hear about your mother. our thoughts are with all of you. She was the best neighbor we ever had on North Ulster Street,my mother and her had such good times together.
Sharon Lamm
May 4, 2011
I'm very sorry to hear about Cousin Pat. I remember the St. Patrick Day parties when the parade came by our house on Ridge Avenue. Those were fun times. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you. Love to all and Deepest Sympathy,
May 4, 2011
Dear Uncle John and Family:
Words cannot express the sorry that we feel. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are alway with you. Aunt Pat will be very missed by all who knew and loved her. Please take care and may God bless all of you. Rosanne, Steve, Julianne and Paul
May 4, 2011
To the Panik Family,
We were so sad to learn today of the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful, lovely woman who we enjoyed seeing in our office, She was one of our favorite patients!! We will miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your families during this time.
Tracy, Wendy, & staff at Dr. Potter's office.
Carol Lenhart
May 4, 2011
Maria, Dave, Tiffany & Kristin: So sorry to hear of your mom and grandma's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Maria, when I think of your mom, I think of the old days and all the fun and great times we all had together. Those days are never forgotten. Now she is in heaven with George, and we will never forget them. Love to all.
Teri Prozonic-Hoppe
May 4, 2011
Dear Dianne and Danny,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your sister. You probably don't remember me but my mom (Helen Trinkle Prozonic) was your mom's cousin. I always remember visiting her on Allen St. My parents passed away in 2006 and 2008 and if you remember my brother Marty, he passed in 2009. May God bless you.
May 4, 2011
Mom - i can't believe you are gone. i am so glad you were my mother. You were always there for all of us when we needed you and I know you will still be there for us when we call. I promise we all we take good care of dad until you have things ready in heaven for him to join you. I can only hope my children will say at the end of my life what I say now - I am proud to say you were my mom and I loved you with all my heart. I thank God for the time I was able to spend with you over the past year. I enjoyed almost every minute (lol). Say hello to grammy for me. I know there was a huge celebration when you got to heaven because they surely received a beautiful angel. Time to go make tea - talk with you soon. With all my love - kathy
Bridget/Dale Dauernheim
May 4, 2011
Our Prayers and sympathy go out to the Panik family for your loss. But take comfort in know there is no more pain or sickness to feel in God's hands. Danny you know how to reach us if you want to talk!
Bridget and Dale Dauernheim
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