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Patricia Elaine Stokes "Patti" Magnone

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Bliley's Funeral Home - Chippenham

6900 Hull Street

Richmond, Virginia

Patricia Magnone Obituary

Patricia Elaine Stokes Magnone "Patti," age 54, died suddenly on Tuesday, January 11, 2005, from complications of leukemia. She possessed a generosity of spirit, kindness, gentleness and strength matched by few. A reconciler, healer and non-judgmental confidante, she helped us all find what is best within ourselves and encouraged us to live that best self. We are grateful for her presence in our lives. Today, the world is truly a lesser place. Mrs. Magnone is survived by her husband of 32 years, David B. Magnone; two sisters, Susan M. Stokes of Richmond and Nancy E. Stokes of Newark, Del.; two brothers, Gilbert O. Stokes of Winter Haven, Fla. and David B. Stokes of Shelby, N.C.; five nieces, five nephews and two grandnephews. Her parents, Eleanor and Ronald Stokes, preceded her in death. Mrs. Magnone was a cherished member of her circle of friends (US). Mrs. Magnone graduated from Caesar Rodney High School in Wyoming, Del. and James Madison University. She worked for the Virginia Department of Corrections-Juvenile for a number of years. At the time of her death, she was executive vice-president for Business Development at Securicor New Century. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Bliley Funeral Homes' Chippenham Chapel, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to support the LGL research to the Moffett Foundation, P.O. Box 550985, Tampa, Fla. 33655.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Magnone

41 Entries

Tim Maguigan

February 9, 2005

David and Susan,

I just learned of Pattis's paasing and was both shocked and saddened. I was fortunate to know and work with Patti in the Pricor years and am a fellow refugee from the Virginia system. She had a profound influence on those she touched and I am richer for having known her. Her gentle nature, keen intellect and insight made an impression on me that I have always cherished and always will.

JANE CRIMM

February 9, 2005

I am shocked. I can't imagine Richmond without Patti. My prayers are for you.

Barbara Lonardi

February 9, 2005

Dear David and Susan,

I too, just learned of Patti's death last evening. It

was a tremendous shock and I immediately felt a huge loss.

Patti and I spent endless hours, days, weeks and months on projects at Pricor and CCS. I will never forget her brilliance, her sense of humor, her diligence in service, her commitment to "behavioral programming", her rolling up her sleeves to do whatever needed to be done and on and on....Although our jobs moved us physically apart, my heart holds a very dear and everlasting place for my old buddy. I will miss knowing she is not there to accidentally run into at bid conferences, etc.

My thoughts are with you both at this difficult time.

Warmly,

Barb

Diane McClure

February 8, 2005

Dear Dave and Susan,

I just learned last night (Feb. 7) of Patti's death. I can't begin to tell you how sorry and saddened I am. For me, Patti was one of those rare individuals whose wise words, gentle spirit, and kindness are carried forever in one's heart.

I first met and worked with Patti in the 70's. She was the most caring person I have ever had the honor and joy of knowing.

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Susan,

Diane McClure

Marie Washington

January 19, 2005

Patti, was a great person to work with. She was always positive with a clear roadmap on how to get things done. We will miss her.

Marie J. Washington

owen barker

January 18, 2005

Dear Dave

Our prayers are with ya'll. Patti was always good to us at Pricor. She will be deeply missed. My memories will always be very pleasant and her kindness over the years have always been cherished.

Owen & Lisa Barker & family.

Shari & Jim Tlack

January 17, 2005

Dave & Susan,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Patti is now tubing down that big river in the sky. She was a great friend and will truly be missed.

Gail Browne

January 17, 2005

Dear Dave and Susan,

I am so sorry about Patti's death. I know what a wonderful person she was and how much you will miss her. Friday night I saw the most beautiful sunset I'v ever seen in Richmond - all different shades of pink, blue and gold. I'm certain it was a gift from Patti to all of us who used to watch sunsets with her.

She was a remarkable person who will live on through her contributions to changing the lives of others, especially those more vulnberable than she. If you approve, Securicor New Century will establish a student scholarship for our youth in her name. I will be in touch with you about this.

We will all miss her greatly. Please let me know what we can do to help you and Susan manage without her.

Love, Gail

Thomas and Janet Shaw

January 15, 2005

May God be with you and bless you in these trying times.

Bill Blough

January 15, 2005

Dave,

Our deepest symphathy, my thoughts and prayers will be that you have strength and comfort in this difficult time.

John Ledgerwood & Family

January 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prays are with you and your family.

Fiona Walters

January 14, 2005

There are few people in this world that can leave a legacy like Patti's. I don't believe I have met a more self-less person. She truly made a difference to the lives of people she knew, and through her work, youth that she didn't. It has been a privilege to know and work with her over the past 71/2 years.

Elliott Riddick

January 14, 2005

Thomas Hunter Middle School &

Technology Sudent Association Our Prays are with you and your Family

Mary Mills

January 14, 2005

I am shocked and so sad about this loss. Patti has held a very special place in my heart since I met her at Hastings during the start up. I will always remember her and her tennis shoes, even as a vice president she had came to work and get dirty if necessary. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and the Securicor family during this time.

Mary

Lawanda Ravoira

January 14, 2005

Dear Friends,

On behalf of the past members of the National Girls Caucus Board of Directors, of which Patti was a founding board member, we are establishing the Patti Magnone Girls Scholarship Fund. Patti was a dear friend to all of us and worked tirelessly on behalf of girls in the justice system. As her NGC “girlfriends” we want to honor her commitment to girls by providing support for a young woman to continue her education. We will keep you informed as we establish this fund in her honor.

Respectfully,

Lawanda Ravoira and Marian Daniel

Heather Carter

January 14, 2005

I was one of the first groups of people hired at MYDC by Securicor. Back then my last name was Hannigan. I can't remember if it was Gail or Patti that interviewed me. I've kept in touch with several people from MYDC and Bobbi Pohlman told me about Patti. I wanted to take this chance and say thank your for all that Gail and Patti taught me. It was a pleasure getting to know Patti and felt I learned a lot. I went on to gradueate from the University of Florida and now live in Las Vegas with my husband Dane and our daughter Lola who will be a year next month. I left MYDC shortly after the new company came in but will always have memories of my time with Securicor. Thank you again.

Sincerely, Heather Carter

Marilyn Harris

January 14, 2005

I am so sorry for everyone's huge loss.

In our earlier years, Patti and I moved through the Juvenile Correctional Centers together, first Barrett and then Oak Ridge. I am thankful for her mild-mannered "words of wisdom" which I utilize often in my everyday professional and personal life. Whatever the situation, she would always take you to a higher level of thought which gave you a different, not so emotional response to a situation or person. I see her face when I respond rather than react.

Alex Freeman

January 14, 2005

I knew Patti and found her to be the 'real deal'. I am so sorry.

Richard Aadahl

January 14, 2005

Dave,

My prayers are with you and your family at this time and the days ahead. Let me know if I may be of help.

Marian Daniel

January 14, 2005

Dear Mr. Magnone

My heart goes out to you and your family. Patti and I worked together with other members on building and enriching the lives of girls in the juvenile justice system and those in need through the National Girls Caucus. Please accept the love and sympathy from the members of the National Girls Caucus. We are deeply sadden by the lost of a good friend.

With Sympathy and Love.

Edward Boffman

January 14, 2005

My deepest sympathy in your time of loss. May God strenghten you and keep you and your family. May His peace flood your souls like a mighty river.

From the Norview TSA Family

Paul Spain

January 14, 2005

Dear Dave:

I have had the pleasure of meeting your wife, but just wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss.

With sincerest sympathy,

Paul Spain and Family

Patricia Fazzi

January 14, 2005

Dave, You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kris Martini

January 14, 2005

Dave,

I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.

Kris

Charles Kehoe

January 14, 2005

David and Sue,

This obituary describes the wonderful woman Patti was better than I have ever read. We are blessed who call her "dear friend."

You remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Chuck

Doris Fenner

January 14, 2005

David & Susan

I was very blessed to have know Patti, she was a wonderful and thougthful person.

I will miss her great spirit.

Sid George

January 14, 2005

David,

I just want you to know that I am thinking about you during this time.Please feel free to cal me any time. Sid

Michael Piccione

January 14, 2005

Dave,

I'm sorry to hear about your loss, unfortunately I never had the pleasure of meeting Patty but she will be missed by all. If you need me to do anything just let me know. Take care and I'll see you at VTEA.

Bobbi Pohlman

January 13, 2005

David and family,

I have known Patti for seven years and a more caring, gentle person I have not met. Her kind ways will be always remembered. She will truly be missed by many friends and co-workers.

May you find peace during these trying times.

Ken Miller

January 13, 2005

Dear David,

Patti and I worked together while she was with the Department of Youth and Family Services. It is such a shock to know that one who was such a bright light has left us. I'm sure every life she touched was enriched, and now each of them are saddened.

My best wishes to you for comfort and peace in time.

Jim Barnes

January 13, 2005

David, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss.

Ted Hillary

January 13, 2005

Dave,

I'm so sorry to hear about Patti. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Susan. God bless you, my friend.

Thomascine Williams

January 13, 2005

Dave & Susan,

I am deeply sadden by your lost. I will continue to pray for you both. I have only worked with Patti for nine months but it has been a wonderful and blessed nine months. She will be greatly missed.

Dianna Love

January 13, 2005

Dave and Susan -- I was so shocked to hear about your loss of Patti. Thank you for having Tommy call me. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

Love you lots,

Dianna

Glenda Petz

January 13, 2005

Mr. Magnone and Family:

I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Patti truly was one of a kind and I consider myself honored and privileged to have had the opportunity to have known her. May God truly bless you in this saddest of times.

Alice & Cawood Cosden

January 13, 2005

Dave & Susan we are so sorry for your losss. You know that both of you are in thoughts and prayers.

Lots of love and hold on to your faith.

Aunt Alice & Uncle Cawood

Kathy King

January 13, 2005

Dave and Susan,

I'm very sorry for your loss of Patti. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Fondly,

Kathy King

Susan (Walker) Moore

January 13, 2005

Dave, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Susan

Debbie Feichtel

January 13, 2005

I have only known Patti for the last 7 years. She is a person that I admired and respected as a coworker and a friend. She will be truly missed in my life.

She will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Debbie

Becky Edmondson

January 13, 2005

While I didn't know Patti well firsthand, she was a great friend to my sister, Peggy Layman. I know her loving spirit will be deeply missed. It is always so hard to lose such a fine person!

Laura Wicker

January 13, 2005

David, I just wanted to tell you what an honor it is to have had the opportunity to spend time with you and Patti. You were truly blessed with a wonderful partner. I hope that you can find peace.

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