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Patsy Downing Obituary
Patsy Jean Downing Naples, FL
Patsy Jean Downing, 76 of Naples died on January 11, 2014. She was born in Page, WV on June 3, 1937 to the late Carl and Ethel May (Christian) Vest. She moved to Naples in 1977.
Patsy was a beloved member of the Avalon Elementary School family for 32 years, retiring in 2010.
She was a giving, loving person who always put her family first and will be greatly missed by many.
She is survived by her beloved children; Rick Downing, Sue (Steve) Chandler, Linda (Rick) Haberlin; grandchildren, Mac (Julia) Blackwell, Samantha Blackwell, Joe Haberlin, Kate Haberlin and a great-grandson; Jeremiah Blackwell.
Burial arrangements are private.
A Memorial Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at North Naples United Methodist Church, 6000 GoodletteFrank Road, Naples, FL 34109.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Patsy's name may be made to the family for the Avalon Elementary School's 2014 Holiday House.
Online condolences may be made at www.fullernaples.com
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Kathy Norton
February 5, 2014
I will always remember the fun we had at Avalon and the "Crazy Eights". Love you always Patsy.
February 4, 2014
What a great person, good friend, and neighbor. We had many wonderful times,talks and walks.May God bless you with kindness,protect with his power,and comfort with grace.
Kathie,Pat,and Heidi Lewis
January 18, 2014
Dear Sue C., I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tonia Piazza
January 18, 2014
My thoughts are with you today. My family called Patsy our baby sister and she was so loved by us all. Joy Johnson (Kay's sister)
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Jo Ann Kreider
January 17, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Patsy's family. Patsy was loved by by many, many people. We will all miss her.
Annalise Smith
January 17, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with the family as you remember fondly a wonderful Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.
January 17, 2014
To know Patsy was to love her. I feel so blessed that God allowed our paths to cross so many years ago and now she is with Him -- from one paradise to another. Love and sympathy to the family. Willie & Peggy Burton and Edyie Bird
Kay Burnett
January 16, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to Patsy's family. It was my pleasure to know her and work with her at Avalon.
Danny & Debbie Otero
January 16, 2014
We are sorry to hear about Patsy's passing. Know that our prayers are with you during this time.
Maria White
January 16, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always Patsy
Kammie Haberlin
January 16, 2014
Linda, my prayers are with you and your family. While difficult for those left behind, Patsy is free of pain and in a better place. My deepest sympathy,
Bill Raines
January 16, 2014
I am very sorry to hear about Patsy's passing. She was a wonderful woman, always smiling. She and my mother Shirley were great friends, I guess now they're together again.
Douglas Godwin
January 16, 2014
Sue, Rick, Samantha and Mac I am so sorry about dear Patsy. She was such a sweet lady. My prayers are for peace for you and your family in this time of grief. Rest assured she is in paradise with are father in heaven and you will see her again.
MyKey Cook
January 16, 2014
God Bless You, Patsy.
Margo and Patraic Currey
January 16, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Kerry Archer
January 16, 2014
We have lost your presence in our lives, Patsy, and for that, we mourn. But the many happy memories you helped create will live on. God bless your family, and all your many friends who celebrate your life, knowing that their lives are that much better for having known you.
Sandy Ojanovac
January 16, 2014
To Patsy's family: I only knew Patsy for a short time, but what I always came away with after talking with her was that the love for her family was her passion. She was such a sweet lady and always smiling. She will be missed by so many. May God bless you and comfort you at this very sad time.
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