Patrice Pisinski Angle
7/1/58-10/3/21
Patrice Pisinski Angle passed away peacefully after a 7 month battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Greenwood, SC, to Alice Tyson Malone and Richard Watkins Malone of West Palm Beach, FL and Lookout Mountain, GA, respectively. Along with her older brother Rick, the Malone family moved to Asheville, NC, where Patrice graduated from Asheville High School in 1977. She attended Peace Jr. College for Women in Raleigh, NC, and transferred to UNC - Chapel Hill where she graduated in 1981 with a BA in Political Science and International Studies. She then moved to Washington, DC in 1981 where she began her career in public relations and communications at the US Agency for International Development, later working in the White House under presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush.

Patrice moved to San Francisco in the late 80s and joined Burston-Marsteller - a public relations firm. Soon after, she met her husband, Steve Pisinski. She and Steve had 2 children - Spencer and Chris. Patrice was well-known in SF's socialite circle and was very active in the Junior League of San Francisco, an organization geared toward promoting voluntarism and developing the potential of women. She chaired its annual fashion show (its primary fundraiser) in 2002. Following husband Steve's sudden death, she returned to DC and was appointed as a communications director with the Department of Energy. In 2006 she met her current husband, Jim Angle, former Chief Washington Correspondent for Fox News. During her time in DC, Patrice joined TTR Sotheby's International Realty, where she earned several notable awards and accolades from her clients, many of whom became her friends.

Patrice was well known in Asheville, NC as a natural athlete and a fun-loving and caring friend. She was an AAU all American swimmer, just missing qualifying for the Olympic team, a high school cheerleader, a tennis player, and an avid skier - skiing all over the US and Europe. She also took up pickleball just a few short months ago.

She was a woman of joy who spread that to everyone she knew; an avid world traveler, lover of animals, and an inspiration and mentor to all who knew her. She will be sorely missed.
Patrice is survived by husband Jim, children Spencer and Chris, younger sister Alison Avagliano, nephew Tyson Malone, nieces - Paige and Laine Avagliano and her devoted dog Chester, whom she adored. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made in memory of Patrice Pisinski Angle to "Pancreatic Cancer Action Network," 310-725-0025 and indicate that you want your donation to go specifically to RESEARCH in Patrice's name, and also "Pacific Marine Mammal Center," where she did lots of volunteering. See link:
https://www.marinemammalcenter.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/donations#gifts-in-honor

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Oct. 15 to Oct. 17, 2021.

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Marti Williams

October 9, 2024

I still think of her. Who can forget her special Christmas eggnog?

Ken Forbes

December 8, 2021

May you rest in peace Patrice. You were a wonderful coworker and friend when we first met at Ashland Chemical in the San Francisco Bay area in the early 2000s.

Bramley Sullivan

October 21, 2021

I met Patrice about a year and a half ago, when we were all spending a lot of time walking our dogs in lieu of socializing. Though I never got to know her well, she quickly became someone that I looked forward to running into on the trails and in the park. She was friendly, smart, and had a dry wit that was much appreciated. Her absence in the neighborhood has been felt by the many of us who enjoyed seeing her and Chester on their long walks. My most sincere condolences to her family.

Marti and Ken Williams

October 18, 2021

I first contacted Patrice when I realized my aging father needed advanced care. I called after a mutual friend recommended her. In that moment, everything seemed overwhelming. I needed to go through a lifetime of furnishings and possessions before selling the house and I didn't know where to begin. We arranged to meet at the house. As we walked through, she evaluated what needed to be done to get the house market ready. Afterward we sat on the front steps as she laid out a plan and a timeline. It seemed so obvious as she talked, and I was so grateful! She was also as empathetic as she was direct. Since she had been through a similar experience with her parent´s home, and she understood what I was experiencing. I agreed to her plan and signed a contract on the spot. Patrice was supportive but firm every step of the way, keeping me to the timeline. And, very importantly, she was a woman of her word. She recommended individuals for certain tasks, and each one did a great job within the expected time. Once ready for market, Patrice listed the house quickly as she had promised, and I had an offer within days. After the sale, we continued to stay in touch. I was able to ensure my father had the best of care and was close by during his last days. Loved her strength, her wit, and her courage, but most of all her kindness. Rest in peace dear friend!

Frank Titus

October 18, 2021

RIP Patrice.

Jones family

October 17, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

David Garman

October 17, 2021

I had the pleasure of working with Patrice at the Department of Energy. She was a tremendous talent and a wonderful colleague. She will be tremendously missed.

Bess Touma, The Marine Mammal Center

October 17, 2021

Patrice truly cared for the ocean and the life it supports. We are grateful that she and Chris were able to spend time at The Marine Mammal Center headquarters in Sausalito. We will miss her greatly.

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