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PATRICIA SMALLEY Obituary

SMALLEY--Patricia Tolles, passed away on October 4th at the age of 71. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, David, sons Brian and Gregory, daughter-in-law Susan, grandsons William and Nathan, a brother Tony Tolles, nieces Tracy Tolles Rueckert and Terrill Tolles, nephew Christopher Tolles, and many other beloved nieces, nephews and in-laws. Trix was pre-deceased by her brother Terry. While family and friends were the joyful center of Trix's life, she was also accomplished professionally. She served for nine years in the office of David Rockefeller, was Deputy Commissioner of New York City's Department of Cultural Affairs and was Interim Director of El Museo del Barrio. She also served for many years as a trustee of Hamilton College. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday, October 11th from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm at the John J. Fox Funeral Home, 2080 Boston Post Rd., Larchmont, NY. A Funeral Mass will be said on Wednesday, October 12th at 10:00 am at St. Augustine's Church, Larchmont Ave., Larchmont. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Rd., Clinton, NY 13323, or Cancer Support Team, 875 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck, NY 10538.

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Published by New York Times on Oct. 9, 2011.

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Ellen Sammon-Harblin

October 12, 2011

Trix Smalley was my best friend's aunt. My friend's mother and father (Trix's brother Terry Tolles) passed away, and Trix was like a second mother to my friend and her sister. She was always very kind to me and my children. Upon learning I would soon be having my third son, I casually mentioned to Trix that I really wanted to find an out-of-date copy of a humorous book, long ago written by a member of her family. It was called "Too Many Boys" by Martha Tolles. Soon after the birth of my son Teddy, a package arrived. In it was a copy of the old, frayed, red book, and adorable outfits for my son monogrammed with the letter T. The note said "Even a third boy deserves new clothes." It was one of the most touching gifts I had ever received. Ellen Sammon-Harblin

Mark and Deirdre Simpson

October 10, 2011

Trix Smalley has been a wonderful friend for more than 40 years and her death robs us of her love, energy, generosity, intellectual stimulation and energy, her curiosity and interest in so many areas of life. She was the most life affirming person and the sadness at losing her will always be with us. Her wonderful family remain as special friends and a link to so many happy times and lovely memories all together.

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