Patricia C. Alvarez

ALVAREZ, Patricia C., passed away February 9, 2009. She is survived by her children, Suzanne, Ronnie, and David Alvarez; and grand- children, Devin, Stephen, Olivia, and Joshua. Those who knew her remember her as kind, generous and thoughtful, always seeing the good in everyone. She was born September 10, 1935, in Camilla, Ga. "Patsy" was the only child of Ralph C. "Red" Maddox of Georgia Bulldogs fame and Mildred P. Maddox. Following her father' s death in World War II, she and her mother moved to Tampa. A Plant High School graduate, she also obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Teaching from University of Tampa and taught for more than 30 years at Miles Elementary. She was pre-deceased by her husband of 39 years, Silvio Alvarez Jr., who also graduated from University of Tampa, where they were the campus "Lucy and Desi" couple. Vivacious and outgoing, her radiant smile, sparkling eyes and signature red hair could light up a room. She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, lector for Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, actress in community theatre and was nominated for two Lary Awards. Join us in loving memorial at 4 p.m. Monday, February 16, 2009, at Harmony Church, 2517 W. Henry Ave. Tampa, FL 33614. Flowers will be appreciated or donations may be made to: Hillsborough Education Foundation www.educationfoundation