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Deirdra Gibbons posted a condolence
Thursday, December 19, 2024
From all of us here at Alzheimer's New Jersey, our heartfelt sympathies. Patty, her kindness and dedication will be deeply missed, she will be forever remembered.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Patty was the kind of coworker who made the workplace feel less like work and more like home. Her humor was legendary—quick-witted and perfectly timed, she had an uncanny ability to make even the most stressful days feel lighter. Whether it was a perfectly delivered joke or a playful tease, her laughter was contagious, and her presence brought warmth to every room.
But it wasn’t just her humor that set her apart—it was her boundless kindness. She had a way of making everyone feel valued, seen, and cared for. If someone was struggling, she noticed. Her kindness wasn’t grandiose; it was in the small, consistent acts—the genuine “How are you?” that always felt like it mattered.
Patty had so much life ahead of her, and her passing feels like a light has dimmed far too soon. But her legacy lives on in the laughter she shared and the kindness she gave so freely. She always reminded us all to cherish the moments, to lift each other up, and to never underestimate the power of a good laugh.
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Aquil Walker posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
My condolences to the Simmonds and Stevens family. Yall are in my prayers.
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Gigi Golankiewicz Kisling posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Q: What will you never forget about Patricia?
A: Patty and I met at Saint Francis Cabrini. From the first moment I met her I knew that this was a real wonderful person. She often opened her house up when we were kids and they were so many Healeys and they all got along so well it was as I would call it today. The chaos of love Patty was always a wonderful child and we lost touch after high school but I know that she was a wonderful mother, a terrific grandmother and will be terribly terribly missed.
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darlene Bowen-Rich donated to Elijahs Promise
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Tim and Tim,
My heartfelt condolences for your loss, of your beloved wife and mother.
Sincerest Sympathy,
Darlene Rich
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The McGinnis Family planted a tree in memory of Patricia Simmonds
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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Robert Finke posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
I will miss Patrice's smile and wave as she rode past on her bicycle and as he grew older, with her grandson in tow. Such a gentle and sweet soul. Thank you for helping smile Patricia in my daily rushing about.
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Rose Jara purchased flowers
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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I will always remember Patty for her kind and caring heart, remarkable creativity, and charming wit! She was an outstanding children’s librarian and excellent supervisor and inspired the best in all of us. Patty’s love and passion for drawing and painting helped me to reconnect with my love for art, and we enjoyed painting birthday cards in watercolor for each other’s birthday. Patty was also very generous and gave back to the library after she retired by giving her time to share her passion, talent, and expertise for quilling with children at the library twice a year every year after she retired. That was fun for me too and I feel blessed to have worked with and learned from Patty, an amazing librarian, and a wonderful friend. My deepest sympathy. ~Peggy
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April, Ryan , Charlie, Mildred, Ashley, Greyson + Mason purchased flowers
Monday, December 16, 2024
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April, Ryan , Charlie, Mildred, Ashley, Greyson + Mason
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Our Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. She was a kind, caring women and will be missed.
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Svetlana Inotayev posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 16, 2024
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My deepest condolences to Ama and your family. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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Myrtle Mondesir posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 16, 2024
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My deepest condolences to Ama and family, may the lord wrap you all in his arms with strength and faith.
Kind regards,
Myrtle
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Marlene Padalick posted a condolence
Sunday, December 15, 2024
More than 40 years ago I walked into a children’s program at Kennedy for the 1st time and there was Patty along with Miss Maggie and Anne LeMay. After a few years of attending many of her kids programs, I had the pleasure of working with Patty at the library. When I needed someone to confide in, she was always there with advice and guidance. Since we retired, I’ve enjoyed luncheons, talking on the phone and texts with her. I can’t believe our recent phone conversation, when she was watching Ky and sent me his picture, would be the last time I would ever hear her voice. Rest in peace dear friend. These last few days thinking and talking about times spent with you made me realize how you’re the glue that binds many of us together as coworkers and now friends. Always in my heart, Marlene P
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Keri McDonald donated to Elijahs Promise
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Emily and the rest of the Simmonds family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Sending all my prayers to the family. May she rest in eternal peace. ️
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Keenan, Lazanja & Fischer Families purchased flowers
Sunday, December 15, 2024
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Keenan, Lazanja & Fischer Families
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We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. We are profoundly sorry for your loss and will miss your mother dearly.
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Keenan, Lazanja & Fischer Families planted a tree in memory of Patricia Simmonds
Sunday, December 15, 2024
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We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. We are profoundly sorry for your loss and will miss your mother dearly. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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The Stevens, Orji, Foster, Payne, and Height families purchased flowers
Sunday, December 15, 2024
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The Stevens, Orji, Foster, Payne, and Height families
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Lead on your faith for the Lord knows your sorrow. Our hearts goes out to the family, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Joyce Banister posted a condolence
Sunday, December 15, 2024
My deepest sympathies to the Simmonds and Healy families.
Joyce
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Dee Harney posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Oh, Patty! The memories I am so grateful for..so many laughs at Rivercrest Pool! Long discussions in Knollwood school parking lot - our kids were in kindergarten together... they were not coloring "up to standards" so we decided we should get T-shirts saying "DARE TO COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES!!" The police screeching into the parking lot of the "wood" park in Bridgewater in search of a 911 call - ugh!- one of our lovely children dialed 911 on the seemingly not working phone at the park! That's STILL a mystery....
So many more memories. I will always be so thankful to have had Patty in my life. With deep sympathy, Dee Harney
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Saturday, December 14, 2024
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Amy Ramos posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
I will always remember attending numerous craft fairs at St Frances Cabrini church with Patty, our mutual bestie Sue and many of Patty’s family members. It was such a fun time for all! Another fond memory is our ladies nights out drinking Patty’s favorite Amaretto sours! Patty will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know her. I am so deeply sorry for your loss and send my love to you all❤️
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Amy and Nilo Ramos planted a tree in memory of Patricia Simmonds
Saturday, December 14, 2024
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Mary piekarski posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Patty was one of the best-everything! In my case she was the dearest, smartest and most thoughtful friend and colleague. A true inspiration. Her dedication to her family, her friends, her job, and everything she did was extraordinary. Oh Patty. You will be so so missed. I pray for your family to find strength to work through their loss and grief.
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Lana posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Patty, her 2 boys Timmy and Jonathan, and I drove to Washington DC's National Zoo in her minivan to visit the pandas in the 1990s. (Katie and Emily had other plans that day). The way that Patty cared for her kids had a huge influence on my own parenting. I observed her having fun and laughing often with her 4 kids -- and I remember her disciplining them once or twice if they didn't display great manners! -- which is why they grew up to be such wonderful people. I will miss Patty's kind friendship and her terrific wit (she always made staff meetings more fun). Patty was also a terrific librarian to work beside and learn from. 30 years ago, she taught me how to do a mother goose rhymes program and every week I still use the skills that she shared with me. She will be remembered fondly as my co-worker and, more importantly, my friend. ❤️ Lana
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Travis Lucas purchased flowers
Friday, December 13, 2024
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Travis Lucas
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Friday, December 13, 2024
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Patricia Simmonds
Friday, December 13, 2024
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Rob F. posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
I'm terribly sorry. I don't have words. Your neighbor in Piscataway