Patricia ''Pat'' King
May 3, 1925 - April 17, 2006
Obituary
Patricia “Pat” King, age 80, died April 17, 2006 in Federal Way, WA. Pat is survived by her sisters, Sister Rosaria Assumpta King Slovakia and Monica Williams Martin Earl California; brothers, Emmett King Maureen Canada, Basil King Lena Canada and Noel King Bridget Ireland; brother-in-law, Dermot Whelan California; sister-in-law, Audrey King Australia; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy King Whelan and brother, Kevin King and brother-in-law, Liam Williams. She was an administrative assistant for 35 years for the Washington Education Association. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 24, 2006 at 11:00 AM at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church, 30525 – 8th Avenue S., Federal Way, WA. If you wish, donations in Pat’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Association or Franciscan Hospice. The family has entrusted arrangements to BONNEY-WATSON Federal Way, 1535 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way, WA 253 839-7317.
Pat was a legend at WEA. Although she had already retired when I started working at WEA, her presence was and will always be part of WEA.
I will always remember Pat as being kind, considerate, and always willing to help others. Her cute accent always brought a smile to my face. Even though we lived on opposite sides of the state, I felt a real friendship with her and will miss her dearly.
Aunt Patricia was my godmother and the sister of my father Kevin King deceased.
I met her on her trip to Australia and was immediately close to her, a family bond which shall never be broken.
I enjoyed working with Pat from 1980 through February 1989 when I moved to Arizona.
What a beautiful lady with a kind heart. My deepest sympathy to all her family. I left the Northwest on March 6th or I would be there for the celebration of Pat’s life.
Blessings,
Dianne
My Aunt “Patrish” babysat me, taught me how to dance ‘The Twist” in our kitchen in Seattle, set fashion trends in the 60’s with her red skirt and kitten heels, showed her adventurous spirit by jumping on a plane to visit her brother Kevin’s Australian family, reminisced with me at Rickett’s Point, showed warmth and love to my children, Brendan and Amy, supported me through all my life changes – and most of all, showed me how to celebrate life! Thank you Patrish. xxx
When I see the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life”, I will remember Pat. In the last scene, the guy who played Jimmy Stewart’s brother offers a toast. He says “To the wealthiest man in town”. And by that he meant the wealthiest in terms of friends. Pat was one of the wealthiest people I have ever known.
Patricia, my cousin, will be deeply missed by the Sheridan/Donahue families. We remember with fondness her arrival from Limerick to Los Angeles, our family gatherings, tales of Ireland. Patricia has a special place in our hearts — so genuine, caring,understanding and interest in the happenings of each family member; always current, curious and so insightful about life. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with Monica, Sr. Rosaria, Basil, Emmett, Noel and their families. May you each find comfort in your memories shared with Patricia. Love, Anne Sheridan Donahue.
This past December I had the pleasure of meeting Pat. I felt like I had known her for a long time by being friends with her sister Monica. Pat showed such kindness and had so much joy. Pat will truly be missed by many. God Bless.
Being best freinds with Maureen Kennedy I really hit the jackpot over the years I have rec’d the love of her entire family Auntie Patrish was no exception.Her hugs were always warm her heart always generous her faith an inspiration. And without a doubt the strongest woman I have ever met.I always left her visits knowing I needed to be a better friend, sister, Christian she always raised the bar. Pat, you will always be remembered with a smile and missed with a tear.
Love & prayers to the family.
terri
Pat King was a friend to all. She will be sorely missed by those she leaves behind.
I loved hearing her stories of life in a castle in Ireland as a young girl. She made the stories come alive.
Pat — you will always be a part of my life. Karen
Dear Aunt Patricia,
You are so fondly remembered …memories of younger days in Seattle when I was a child and you looked after Jenni, Shane and myself…You were so modern :- Doing the Twist! And later years of travelling the world…always keeping in touch…
With loving memories, from your niece Kathleen Kate and my daughters, Stephanie and Madeleine x
The tide recedes but leaves behind bright seashells on the sand; The sun goes down, but gentle warmth sill lingers on the land; The music stops, and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains.. For every joy that passes, something beautiful remains.
by: Hadin Marshall
This is the way I feel about Pat. She is and was a beautiful lady.
Thanks Patricia for your sacrificial devotion to your brother Kevin, myself and our two small children, when I became very ill in 11th Avenue, Los Angeles in 1956.
Because I was confined to bed, you daily travelled by bus, after work, to bring us food and take care of me, Jenni and Shane.
We were absolutely delighted when you decided to come to Australia to visit us after Kevin’s passing and to meet David your Godson.
I will always remain your loving sister-in-law, Audrey.
Around this time last year, my Auntie Patricia sent me an email which partly read: “This is a beautiful Season of the year…the daffodils and tulips are in bloom up here and the dogwood trees. Very lovely.” That’s how I will remember her; always cheery and full of life and love for her friends and family. She always said that her brother my Dad Kevin and her had planned as children to live together when they grew up “in a little white cottage by the sea”. She’s now with my Dad in heaven.
Pat will be missed by all who knew her. She was a wonderful friend and mentor. She was a dedicated worker for the Washington Education Association and people loved having Pat around. She had a wonderful smile and loved God with all her heart. We will miss her.
Our best to the family,
Allen & Beverly Johnson
I’m with you there in spirit – as, I’m sure, is Pat. I’m keeping her and you all in my thoughts and prayers. Let’s be thankful to God that He shared her with us.
I remember a parting long ago at a train station in Seattle when I was a child. I didn’t understand then, but now I know.
May God rest your soul.
From Shane, your Godson and nephew.
What a beautiful difference one single life made. Pat and I met in 1964 at Washington Education Association.I will miss her deeply. The hundreds of memories of our times together are what will help me, especially all the travels we did and the fun we had! As the oldest sibling she set a fine example for the rest and they all lived up to it! You are all in my heart.
To: Pat’s extended family and friends – Please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved friend. You were part of Pat’s extended family, grieving for your loss as we, her biological family, are. You were such an important part of Pat’s life and helped greatly in her enjoyment of her time on this earthly orb! She is now at peace and we thank God for the time He loaned her to us – especially for these past 5-1/2 years – and for her peaceful death on Monday. She was truly a woman of Faith and tremendous Courage – never once asking “why me” but marvelling at how well she handled the “chemo”. May she Rest in Peace.
Some years back I had the pleasure of going to Ireland with auntie Patricia and auntie Monica.There are so many fond memories but the one that sticks out the most is driving in the car and auntie Patricia saying,”Mon I think you need to pull over at the next pub Eileen is parched and needs a drink and a smoke!”Once we were inside she would say,”well since were here I’ll have one too!”We would sit and have red wine together.What a terrific lady!What great fun we had.I’ll miss her.
Patricia thanks for all the laughs. You were a great example for the rest of us. God grant that we do as well…dermot
I offer my sincere sympathy to Patricia`s family today, Monday, as you finally lay her body to rest with the Lord, whom she trusted and cherished throughout her life. I never had the privilege of actually meeting her, but having met Monica here last September in Slovakia,and having lived with Rosaria for some years here, I grew accustomed to Patricia`s many phonecalls to Slovakia and to the care and concern she had for her own blood sister-Presentation Sister- here. We always prayed for Patricia during her illness over the past 5 years, and while Rosaria will miss her a lot, she had a wonderful visit with her at Christmas, which we were delighted about. Patricia is at peace now and we thank God for her wonderful life.
Twenty-one years ago, Pat co-hosted a baby shower for me. She was the godmother to that daughter and to my next one as well. Every year, around Christmastime, Pat hosted a tea for the girls and me at her apartment: China cups, assorted goodies, cloth napkins. Later, when the girls were teenagers and busy with this and that, Pat and I had Christmas tea, just the two of us. Without the children there, we talked with a satisfying freedom and frankness. How I cherish those times together.
As I look to the future as an “older woman” I have two role models: Pat King and Jessica Fletcher.
I miss you already, Pat.
Dear Great Aunty Patricia,
My clearest and fondest memory of you was when you came out for a visit to Australia to see the land my grandad loved. You took me and my brother Brendan to Healesville Sanctuary, and you bought me the biggest most colourful lollypop there was. I am looking forward to one day seeing the country in which you lived, and meeting those who were closest to you.
Thankyou for treasured memories. Your loving Great Neice. Amy Elizabeth Atkin xxx
Dear Patricia, You are remembered as most loving, good-humoured and caring EVEN WHEN PLAYING SCRABBLE Hand poised, with tile ready to be placed to your advantage…you would hear a groan from one of your companions…immediately you would change your mind and say ‘No! I can’t place it there ,it would ruin the game for others!. No amount of reasoning or coaxing would get you to use that tile..consideration for others came first!! Thank you for all the spiritual books you sent over the years with a reminder to read page 31 as there was a special message there for ME.Turning to the mentioned page I would find a few dollars for ‘Special Treats’. I am sure Merton and Nouwen never realised how precious their books would become…as couriers!
Thanks again for all your goodness and the happy times we spent to-gether. Also the numerous phone calls! May you rest in peace. Rosaria
It was with great sadness that I learned of Pat’s recent death. She was a wonderful lady, and a cheerful and dedicated employee during her many years of service with the Washington Education Association. She will be sorely missed by her many friends and former colleagues.
Jim Seibert, Retired
Executive Director of WEA