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ROBERT J. PATCH (Age 86)
Of Alexandria, VA died peacefully in his sleep on September 5, 2013. He leaves his children Susan L., Robert W., Thomas F., Jeffrey S., Andrew J. and Theodore N. Patch; 12 grandchildren, sister-in-law, Margaret B. Patch; cousins, nephews, many friends and colleagues whose lives he touched. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Church of the Redeemer, 19425 Woodfield Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. Reception to follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to So Others Might Eat (www.some.org) or Food & Friends (www.foodandfriends.org).
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September 14, 2013
Sorry to hear. We worked together for a short period at Young and Thompson about 50 years ago.
Gilbert Wells, Azenhas do Mar, Portugal
Adrian Bishop
September 13, 2013
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Robert. We love his son, and can only know through him what a marvelous man Robert must have been.
Eleanor Balaban
September 13, 2013
Condolences from a big fan of two of his sons!
Eleanor Balaban
September 13, 2013
So sorry to hear about Bob dying. He and Sue were great friends. Our sincere condolences to the family.
We always enjoyed talking about gems and minerals.
Wendell and Jo Ann Mohr
Christopher Cicilia
September 12, 2013
condelences to family patch in this moment. Dear uncle bob thank for all that you have done for me i will miss you and you will always remain in my hard in thought. R.I.P UNCLE BOB
Latasha Conley
September 11, 2013
Condolences to the Patch family! A great, generous and hard-working man will truly be missed. Seeing him walking thru the halls at work with a smile on his face and humming, is what I will always cherish in my heart. You lived a great and wonderful life! I hope and pray to live an adventurous life as you did. Rest in Peace, Mr. Patch!!
September 9, 2013
Dear Bob ---
What sensational memories I have of serving on the Beethoven Society board lo those many years. Your counsel, invariably tough and decisive, yet leavened with humor, helped us all.
Requiescet in pace, good friend Bob.
David Ehrlich
Dick Stoner
September 9, 2013
condolences from the Stoner family to the Patch family. Many years have passed since we were all in school together. May you find comfort in your many friends in the area.
Francine Cousins
September 9, 2013
Dear Bob, I know I did not get to know you well but I have never met a person such as yourself. I hope your days where well lived and you will still live on in our hearts and most of all in all your children, keep strong Patch family. R.I.P BOB and God bless
Shurlen Cicilia
September 8, 2013
May our dear God give consolation to all the family members and we know that uncle Bob is his kingdom at peace right now.
Christopher/Lauretta Greenbacker
September 8, 2013
May you find comfort in knowing that your friends share your sorrow on the loss of your father.
We are so sorry, and extend our deep sympathy.
Caroline Casey
September 8, 2013
May all the critters, and the River and the spirit of adorable Cabin John, and all the ancestors place a cloak of solace around your shoulders.
September 8, 2013
My condolences to the family for your loss. May your prayers to the God of all comfort sustain you during your grieving process.
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