It is with deep sadness we announce True Tried Friend, Best Aunt Pat, dearest friend, 'On a picnic we will go...', Grandma Pat to little ones, black coffee only, I was weaned from cream at Pat's, 'Patricia's By The Sea' menu, never stepped foot in Starbucks, "It's a nice day, you should be on the beach!", Marmaduke, Olive and Pit, coffee at 9 and 4 at the shop, "Get with it!", 4 o'clock coffee on Mondays and Fridays, Somer The Finest Feline, Deviled eggs, Mrs. Buttersworth filled with nasturtiums, the one and only Patricia Anne Friedland crossed the bar at 1:20 pm on this beautiful sunny afternoon. I was by her side holding her hand as she took her last breath.
We will host a "Pat's Black Coffee Party" in Cannon Beach this summer. I will post details on the blog when finalized.
Please post some of you favorite memories and/or Aunt Pat sayings in the comments below. Thank you.
Betsy xo
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When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom’d
When lilacs last in the dooryard bloom’d,
And the great star early droop’d in the western sky in the night,
I mourn’d, and yet shall mourn with ever-returning spring.
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Sharon and I are saddened at the loss of such a unique woman and deeply touched by the love you showed her when it mattered most. We look forward to seeing you soon, Betsy.
ReplyDeleteThe one who sings "The sun is up! The sun is shining bright!" When it's time to get up.
ReplyDeleteAnd who sings "So Long, Farewell" from The Sound Of Music
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Aunt Pat always called you Lady Claridge, Betsy. She loved you and would be so proud of the way you handled everything. xo Mom
ReplyDeleteI am so saddened but honored that Pat included me me in her goodbyes. And thank you, Betsy, for including me in the blog. I worked with Pat in the late 60's and early 70's and visited Cannon beach several times. She was a lifesaver at my home spun wedding in 1971---generous of spirit and so talented! The world is missing a great one!
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