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Patricia Portes Obituary
Born April 7, 1955, to Robert M. and Barbara A. Ranagan, Tricia grew up in Huntington, attending St. Patrick's School, graduating from Huntington High School in 1973, and earning undergraduate and graduate degrees in 1990-93 from the University of Louisville, in Louisville, Ky.
Tricia was preceded in death by her parents and her eldest brother, Dennis, and is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Pedro R. Portes, and their son, Andre Sebastian Portes, both of Athens, as well as six of her seven brothers and sisters, Maureen, Craig, Barbara, Kevin, Timothy and Deborah, their spouses, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and former students touched by her gentle soul.
Trish, as she was affectionately know by friends, taught Spanish at Kentucky State University,
Assumption High School, in Louisville, Ky., and other public schools. She contributed as a coach for the Center for Latino Achievement & Success in Education (CLASE) since moving to Georgia in 2007 to join her husband. She was a loving mother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend. She was also a gifted teacher and enjoyed quilting with new friends in Athens after she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009.
All who knew her will remember her courage, smile, positive spirit, and caring heart.
Services will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 134 Prince Ave., Athens.
Memorial contributions are welcome for a metastatic cancer research fund bearing her name.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Portes
Rhonda Buchanan
June 12, 2021
It's hard to believe that ten years have passed since we lost our dear Trishita. I think of her often and remember the many good times we had together in Louisville. Rest in peace querida Trishita.
Rhonda Buchanan
June 12, 2020
I always remember my dear BFF, Trishita, on this day and on her birthday. This morning I dedicated my meditation time to her precious memory. I miss you so much. Rest in peace, Trishita. Love, Rhonda
Mary Sell
February 8, 2012
Patricia, you were a beautiful person inside and out. We only knew each other briefly but you impacted my life. I will always remember your smile, enthusiasm and caring personality. I will miss not being able to see you again but I look forward to spending time with you in heaven.
July 18, 2011
Dear neighbors, How shocked we were to hear of the passing of your wife and mother Trish. Our lives were full of shared times with you for so many years. We had so hoped to continue visits and the fun we used to have. Right now we are overwhelmed with thoughts of Trish, her laugh, her smile.Our lifetime photos are filled with all of you. How lucky we were to have Trish in our lives and how dearly she will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and always. Linda, Henry and family
Gloria Higuera-Stoltz
July 12, 2011
Dear Pedro and Sebastian:
I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Patricia. You have my deepest sympathies my thoughts and prayers are with you. I shared a very close friendship with Patricia when we went at U. of Louisville, I remember she would call me every early in the morning with a phone call and she would say it was my "wake up service" and then pick me up to go to class. Her loving memories will always be cherished in our hearts.
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.
Rhonda Buchanan
July 8, 2011
Dear Pedro and Sebastian: Bob and I send loving thoughts your way. Trish was so special to us. We miss her very much and love her dearly.
Russ Sabella
July 4, 2011
Pedro and Sebastian, we are deeply saddened. Trish was a fun, gentle, and so caring friend. She is greatly missed. Love, Russ, Betty, Joe, and Matt.
Tom & Joanne Reio
June 27, 2011
Pedro and Sebastian, We are so sorry to learn about the loss of your precious Trish, and dear mother. What a beautiful soul, one full of compassion, sweetness and love. With a strong intellect and a passion for teaching, we know her students were challenged to be the best they could be. We are so much better for knowing Trish and you her family.
Joe & Linda DeVitis
June 27, 2011
Pedro & Sebastian, Trish was a wonderful wife and mother---and a good human being to all who knew her. Thanks for doing all you could to give her that last chance in life. But also know that she lived a very good life because she treated people so well and because you and your family were a huge part of it.--Joe & Linda DeVitis
Debbie Nusz Harrell
June 27, 2011
Pedro - I was so saddened to hear about Trish! Please know that you and Sebastian are in my thoughts and prayers! Although I haven't seen you guys in a while, I have very fond memories of our times together and Trish was always a very dear friend. I know she is in a better place now pain free!
June 26, 2011
Pedro and Sebastian,
I am deeply saddened to hear about Trish's death. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Spalding
Brandeis and St. Frances of Rome
June 25, 2011
Pedro, my sincerest condolances to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Your former tennis partner,
Ed Hopson
Kim Reynolds
June 25, 2011
Pedro and Sebastian, So sorry to hear of the loss of your loving wife and mother. I remember our great times in Louisville
Amy Heesacker
June 24, 2011
Pedro and Sebastian, I was so sorry to hear this news. Trish was a wonderful person that I was so happy to get to meet. You are in my thoughts and my heart goes out to you.
Blaine Hudson
June 22, 2011
Pedro, you have our deepest sympathies.
Melvin Turner
June 22, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Enrique Monsante
June 22, 2011
Dear Pedro y Sebastian My heart goes out to you, Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers,Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences in this hard time
Libby Leggett
June 22, 2011
Pedro,
My heart is heavy with sadness. Trish was special in so many ways. It was a privledge to have known her. She touched the lives of so many. Sending you and Sebastian much love, during these difficult times.
June 21, 2011
To the Portes Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss.
Frank Nuessel
University of Louisville
Joyce Cooper
June 21, 2011
Pedro,
I will remember Trish as a very friendly person. I met her when you were at U of L and always enjoyed talking with her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Soto Conway
June 20, 2011
Dear Portes Family:
Patricia is someone I will never forget. Her spirit, grace, and courage were inspirational. I was honored to get to know her during a very small part of her journey. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Yvette Getch
June 19, 2011
Pedro,
Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. It is so hard to lose someone you love. I know she was loved by so many and her memory will bring smiles to all those who loved her.
Yvette Getch
June 18, 2011
You were a shining light in our quilting class, Trish. You are missed.
Anita
June 18, 2011
Loved you much Trish. Will miss you and your lovely smile and laughter, but Heaven will be a brighter place because of your presence there. Judy and Miguel Marti
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