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Patricia Collette Obituary
HOLDEN - Patricia "Patty" M. (Kohlstrom) Collette, 56 of Holden, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2020 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family, after a long battle with Huntington's Disease.
Patricia was born in Holden, Ma., a daughter of the late Kenneth R. and Bertha (Young) Kohlstrom. She graduated from David Hale Fanning Girls Trade School, Class of 1981. During high school she worked as a childcare worker for St. Agnes Guild Day Care. After high school, Patricia worked as an underwriter for Hanover Insurance, before deciding to become a stay-at-home mom in 1989 so she could focus on raising her four children. She was a member of Holy Family-St. Joseph's Parish in Worcester where she taught CCD for many years before her illness. Patricia enjoyed camping, going to the beach, cookouts, family gatherings and spending as much time as she could with her children. She volunteered many hours in the Worcester and Holden school systems as a room parent. She was also very involved as a PTA member. She was a volunteer with The Girl Scouts of America, The Boy Scouts of America and Holy Family/St Joseph parish. Her life centered around being with and supporting her children.
Patricia is survived by her husband of 35 years, Richard L. Collette; their four children, Nicole M. Collette of Holden, Danielle L. Green and her husband Christopher of Memphis, TN., Jessica L. Collette of Holden and Richard R. Collette of Holden; a brother, David Peabody and his wife Donna of Barre; two sisters, Eve Yarmosh and her husband Michael of Effort, PA and Dawn LeClaire and her partner Ed Kimmel of Hawthorne, NV; her father-in -law, Raymond J. Collette of Holden with whom she lived; many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family. She is predeceased by two brothers, Michael Dumas and Geno Peabody.
Due to the current health crisis with COVID 19, Patricia's services will be held privately and burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton. A memorial service is being planned for a later date. MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider making a donation in her name to: Huntington's Disease Society of America, 505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902, New York, NY 10018. Or online at www.hdsa.org. To share your thoughts and memories of Patricia, please visit her personal guestbook at
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Ray Collette
May 4, 2020
Rick,Nicole,Danielle,Jessica and Ricky Padoo sends his love at this sad time.I am sorry that I couldn't be there in your time of need.
I will always remember Mom as a kind and loving person.Through all her pain she always had a smile and hug for everyone.She will never be forgotten.RIP Patty.I love you.
Gary Collette
May 1, 2020
Rick, Nicole, Danielle, Jessica and Ricky,
Patty's passing has create a huge hole in all of our families hearts and lives.
She was deeply loved and more importantly loved us all!
So many memories of her, and our family gatherings with her, will live in our hearts forever.
We were Blessed to have her in our lives snd to be a part of hers.
She will never be forgotten but will be surely missed.
Love you All,
Gary & Anne Collette
Tara Curnin
May 1, 2020
A beautiful soul gone too soon. Rick and kids you are in my thoughts and prayers. Patty will be missed.
Chrissy Nobrega
May 1, 2020
I'm so sorry that Mom is no longer here on earth with us. Her light and love will be missed dearly by many.
Karen Kohlstrom / Woodcock
May 1, 2020
Rest in peace sweet girl!! I have such fond memories of us as kids. I know your with all our beautiful family in heaven and that your healed.
Dave & Lisa Shapleigh
April 30, 2020
We are so very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.
April Bodinizzo
April 30, 2020
Vinny,an April, so sad, Patty,was a wonderful ,sweet, person, we are thinking of you all love you all,
Cyndi Belculfine
April 30, 2020
Patty I've been thinking alot about you & looking at our Elementary school pics brought back memories of us. I wish I could say good bye to you . I want your family to know that I will b thinking of them. Patty I miss you. Though we haven't seen each other in years . I love ya. ❤❤❤ Cyndi Belculfine
Anne Berkowitz
April 30, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss
Donna and Dave Robbins
April 29, 2020
Rick, Nicole,Danielle,Jessica and Ricky: we love you all and are devastated we cannot be there with you. You lost a wonderful wife and mother. She will be sorely missed. May her love for all of you sustain you in this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts every day.
Joe Abbascia
April 29, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss, prayers for your entire family during this time of emotional healing, God Bless.
Mark & Carol Collette
April 29, 2020
To my brother Rick and his family..Nicole, Danielle, Jessica and Rick . My heart is breaking not only for our loss but also for the fact I can't be there . Just know I love you all and your in our thoughts
Donna @ Dave Peabody
April 29, 2020
Thank you Patty for being that loving sister and special mom and wife.Your laugh and gift to talk with family is a piece of you that will always be cherished by all who knew you Patty.RIP Love You
Jocelyn Wells
April 29, 2020
Will miss you, please watch over all of us! We love you!
jim colby
April 29, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark SKIESTO
April 29, 2020
RICK and FAMILY
So sorry of Patricia passing may all the memories help you throught these times ..
Kerry, Lucas
April 28, 2020
Have the best memories of my Aunt Patty, she loved her whole family so much! My children have had the pleasure of growing up with her as well. We will forever miss her so so much! I love you Aunty Patty❤ May you watch over all of us and be our Angel!❤
Barbara Heney
April 28, 2020
Rick, Nikki and family. I remember all of our gymnastic outings and trips, Patty was such a nice person. We always had so much fun. My sincere sympathy to you all during this difficult time.
Barbara Henry
Catherine Kalvinek
April 27, 2020
To Patty's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you don;t know me, heck I don;t even think she remembers me. But I remember her. she was cute as a button, Smiled all the time. Happy little kid. Know she is a peace, no pain and carefree. She will always be with you all!!
Alison Burke
April 27, 2020
So sorry to hear of your loss. Patty, Eve and Dawn grew up down the street from me on Massasoit Rd and was friends with my younger sister Lynne. Patty was always so sweet and nice. I wish all peace at this sad time.
Maria Miliauskas
April 27, 2020
Patty was a beautiful girl funny and always happy she was my sister theresa,s best friend she use to come over to our house after trade school to work on early child hood projects she always made me laugh she will sadly be missed prayers being sent to her loved ones may you rip patty
Mary Soucy
April 27, 2020
Rick and family,
Dave and I are so sorry to hear about Patty. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May she rest in heavenly peace.
Love,
Mary & Dave Soucy
Steve Gingras
April 27, 2020
So Sorry For Your Loss Cuz
She is now at Peace
Judy
April 27, 2020
my sincere condolences
Justine Schuler
April 27, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. We are so sorry for your loss and loved Aunt Patty dearly. The world will not the same without her. Our prayers and love are with you during this difficult time.
Bill
April 27, 2020
Going to miss her remember going to family reunion in Rutland
Kathee Bolack
April 27, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss.
Cyndi Belculfine
April 26, 2020
To Pattys family , I've known her a long time. Unfortunately we lost contact . She was my friend in elementary school . I am so sorry for your loss. Patty. Rest in Peace. . you will never b forgotten . ❤❤ Cyndi Belculfine
Linda Walsh
April 26, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss... Please know that the Walsh Family (Linda, Sean, Cari, & Megan) sends all their love to the Collette Family!!
Sean Walsh
April 26, 2020
The world is truly missing an amazing person. For the 17 years I have been apart of the Collette family, Patty was the kindest, accepting, and loving person I knew. I'm extremely glad I was able to call her my aunt. Remember her spirit lives on through you. If any of you need something, please contact me. With love, Sean Walsh
Andrea Peak
April 26, 2020
My memories of Patty begin way back in 2001 when she would bring Ricky to my preschool. From the very beginning I could see the love for children every day. Years later our lives would be entwined again and it forever changed my life. A little freshman gymnast walked into my life and has inspired me from day 1. And then the family invited me amd my family into their lives. Nikki, Dani, Jessi, and Ricky are some of the finest people I know (the apples do not fall far from the trees) and Patty put everything into them and was an incredible mom. Everytime Patty greeted me or my children it was with a warm smile and a huge hug. She willed be missed and her beautiful spirit will live on through her children. Rick and family my deepest condolences. Love you all.
Paula Pietro -Malmquist
April 26, 2020
To Rick and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife and mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hold on to your beautiful memories. God Bless you all. ❤
Kenneth Yarmosh
April 26, 2020
Love to all my Collette family Aunt Patty was an amazing and beautiful woman I can still see and hear her laugh. All my memories of her are filled with her brightness and joy. My love and prayers are with you and I look forward to the day we all see her again.
Heather Bolack
April 26, 2020
Rest peacefully Aunt Patty, thank you for loving me like one of your own.
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