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Patricia Redding Obituary

Patricia Maureen Redding Family and friends of Patti Redding mourn the loss of a remarkable, generous and talented soul. She was the loving wife and mother of Gregory and Patrick Redding, and passed away at home surrounded by her family and friends on September 23, 2015. Patti was a graduate of the University of Arizona, and worked for 22 years as a business systems analyst at the University Medical Center. After the death of her treasured daughter Juliana in 2008, Patti turned her grief into a flourishing art career. Patty was in awe of the willpower and fierce determination of her subjects. Her focus included a series on competing athletes and Western themes, such as the Rodeo; all filled with action and movement. She was a naturally gifted painter and her art is in galleries, museums and private collections around the country. Her legacy will live on through her art; a gift to all. She is the daughter of Patricia Arida of Tucson, and Marlyn Boruff of Venice, Florida and sister to Liz Richardson and Bill and Matt Boruff; she also has numerous nieces and nephews and cousins. Private services were held at DeGrazia Studio Chapel on Saturday, September 26, 2015 with family and close friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Youth on Their Own "YOTO" a Tucson foundation to assist homeless youth. Please specify the Juliana Redding Endowment when making your donation. Youth On Their Own 1660 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712 Phone: (520) 293-1136 Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Sep. 29, 2015.

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Araceli Martinez

September 27, 2024

I still remember you and will never forget you Cheli Martinez

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Rossen Vassilev Jr

February 10, 2024

She is together with her daughter Juliana again, and they are both together with God.

Cheli

September 23, 2023

I will never forget you. I still think of you know and then.
Cheli

Araceli Martinez

January 14, 2022

I will never forget you Patti.... I remember you often. love, Cheli

Araceli Martinez

September 5, 2020

September has rolled around again and I still think of you Patti. Love you, Cheli Martinez

Araceli Martinez

September 24, 2019

Patti... I still think of you all the time and mourn for you. Cheli Martinez

Solange Carvalho

August 14, 2019

Descanse em paz. Acredito que esteja bem ao lado de sua preciosa filha. Que Deus abençoe vocês.

Araceli Martinez

May 9, 2019

I am so very sad, it took so long for me to hear of my ex-supervisor Patti that she passed away. I found out over the weekend. Today is 5/9/19. She was so generous to me as her secretary and always gave me gifts on my birthday and Christmas and took me out lunch on special occasions. It is no wonder she was on my mind at least once a month for many years. Always remembering her and her daughter on March 17th yearly.

Audrey Morguess

March 25, 2017

I just learned of Patty's passing today and am truly heartbroken. I first met Patty at UMC in 1989. She became a mentor to me until my departure in 2005 and I always admired her strength and character. Living in L.A., I learned of her daughter's passing and was in such pain for Patty and her family over their loss. I hope they are together. Patty - I will always remember you and I hope you are happy and free from all pain. I will always remember you fondly. Love, Audrey

February 14, 2016

She was the kindest woman to me and I will be forever sorry I never told her how much of a impact she made on my life. My heart hurts to know she is gone. Patty taught me about compassion, generosity and love and I will be forever grateful to have had her be a light in my life. Bernadette Klukosky-Spillane

Rosa Sanchez

November 18, 2015

My deepest condolences to Mrs. Patty's family, husband and son.

Christina Melnykovych

October 3, 2015

Dear Greg and Patrick,
I had the privilege of working with Patti years ago at UMC. We became friends at work and later shared a beautiful dinner at your home where I was first introduced to her amazing artwork and to Juliana and Patrick. Though I left UMC in 2000, I ran into Patti in town shortly before Juliana's death and we had a lovely conversation. I felt so connected to her and we spoke about getting together which never occurred. Later, I was so happy to hear that she returned to her passion for art. Though it has been years since we last saw each other, I will never forget her infectious laughter, humor and inner strength. She was an incredible human being and a strong, powerful woman who endured loss and her personal battle with health issues with all the grace and beauty that I will always remember her for. My deepest condolences on your family's loss and heartache. Those of us who knew Patti and adored her and respected her will never forget her.
Christina Melnykovych

Christine Smith

September 30, 2015

Patty and I became acquainted through our daughters (Juliana and Sarah), who attended St Cyril Catholic elementary school and Salpointe Catholic High School. Patty was joyful, creative, and kind. We are all the better for the love and talent she shared with us. Rest in peace beautiful wife and mother. Christine Smith

Linda Reed

September 30, 2015

My deepest sympathy and condolences to your family, and the friends of Patti.

September 29, 2015

I never had the privilege of meeting Patti but if she loved you, Greg, she must have been someone special. I am so sorry for the loss you have suffered, once again. Please know that those of us that love you are holding you in our hearts and keeping you in our prayers.

Love,
Tim and Chris (D'Andrea) Young

John Redding

September 29, 2015

My heart goes out to cousin Greg and his son, Patrick. Patti was a rare person with the ability to reach out and touch your soul. I will cherish her memory, her humor and her artwork that adorns my wall for the rest of my days. God be with her and those she loved.

Peggie Gessner

September 29, 2015

My deepest sympathy and condolences to your family.

Peggie Gessner
Salpointe Catholic High School

AC

September 29, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you during this difficult time. (Ps. 83:18)

Salpointe Catholic High School

September 29, 2015

The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Redding family. You are in our hearts and prayers at this difficult time.

September 29, 2015

Just heard this sad news and want to give my heartfelt condolences to her family. Patti's sense of humor, her multiple talents, her love for her family and many meaningful conversations we shared are the memories of her that will stay with me...

-A long time UMC Co-worker

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