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Patricia Mims Obituary
Patricia A. Mims, 55, of Kunkletown passed away at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem on Saturday. She was the beloved wife of Marty Mims.
Born on Dec. 16, 1948, in Passaic, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Eugene Novack and Helen (Ace) Novack.
Patricia was a loving wife and mother. She worked as a lab technician at Quest Diagnostics in East Stroudsburg until the time of her illness. Patricia enjoyed home decorating and horticulture. She was Catholic by faith. Patricia will be missed by many.
Surviving is husband Marty Mims of 10 years; daughters, Patty Sunbury of Key West, Fla., and Erin Butts of Kunkletown; son, Robert Benjamin and wife Traci of Tannersville; brothers, Robert Novack of Cape Coral, Fla., David Novack of Tannersville, Gerald Novack of East Stroudsburg, William Novack of Rutherford, N.J., Fredrick Novack of Pompton Lakes, N.J., James Novack of McMichaels, John Novack of Lantana, Fla., and Brother Thomas Hollowood (OFM) of Clearwater Beach, Fla.; granddaughters, Hope and Ashley Sunbury and Raelynn Benjamin; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers Eugene and Michael Novack.
A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 24, at Lanterman & Allen Funeral Home, 27 Washington St., East Stroudsburg. Cremation will follow at H.G. Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg.
A viewing for family and friends will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 24, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given in Patricia's name to the non-profit organization which helps children and young adults facing cancer, Joey's Eagles, c/o Nelly Grampp, 77 Lake of the Pines, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Mims
5 Entries
Shirley Learn
September 1, 2004
Dear Erin, Marty, Bobbie and Patty Ann;
I am so sorry to hear of Pat's death, May God give you Strength and faith at this time. Love Shirley Learn (Val's mom)
Lynda Brodhead
August 26, 2004
Marty, Erin, Bobby, Patty Ann
Patty was such a special person and such a presence. We already miss her. Please find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have and share them with each other often. There are not many like Patty. She is truly a hero and you should all be very proud of the battle she fought for so long. We love her and will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeannie Novack
August 24, 2004
Marty, Erin, Bob, and Patty Ann,
You all know how much we loved Patty, we wish you all the very best life can bring you.
Love Uncle Jerry, Aunt Jeannie and the kids.
Julianne Savage
August 24, 2004
DearErin,
I'm so sorry to hear about your
mom. I don't know if you remember
me. I'm your dad's sister in law.
(Pat's sister)
Hug's,
Julianne
EILEEN WIDDOSS
August 23, 2004
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PAT FOUGHT
A LONG AND HARD BATTLE. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOURS.
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