Pat Akeley

Brattleboro- Patience Marion, "Pat" Akeley, 89, formerly of Melrose Terrace and a lifelong resident of the area, died Saturday morning, November 9, 2024 at the Thompson House. Pat was born in Brattleboro on October 13, 1935, the daughter of Leroy and Helen (Wells) Magoon. She attended Brattleboro public schools graduating from Brattleboro High School with the Class of 1953. Following high school, she went on to attend Mount Ida College in Newton Center, Massachusetts. For several years Pat was employed by the Holstein-Friesian Association working as a mail clerk. She also worked in the mailroom at the Brattleboro Reformer and previously had been employed at the former BookPress in Brattleboro. A quiet, unassuming woman, Pat was known for her pleasant personality and spirit of friendship. She enjoyed the three C's, camping, cooking and crafts as well as time shared with her family. On September 3, 1954, in Brattleboro, she was married to Robert E. Akeley who predeceased her on April 17, 1997. Survivors include her daughter, Dawn Nebelski of West Halifax; a son, Robert Akeley, Jr. and wife Victoria of Hinsdale; grandsons, Joel Nebelski and Ultin Akeley; a sister, Margaret York of Sunderland, MA; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Brenda Barcomb; a sister, Nancy Lackey; and two brothers, David and Ernest Magoon. Graveside committal services will be conducted in West Brattleboro Cemetery on Sunday (11/17) at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Steve Dunklee of Vernon Union Church officiating. Memorial contributions in Pat's name may be made to Bayada Hospice, 1222 Putney Road, Suite 107, Brattleboro, VT 05301. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Pat Akeley, please visit our floral store.