Patricia "Patty" Phillips

Unfortunately we only knew Patty for a few short years. We had the pleasure of being a sought after link to her paternal heritage. Her father was a tough, talented, resourceful man which he masked with a ready sense of humour and a gentle laugh. Patty reflected his character in many ways not least of which was her bravery and stoicism during the last two years. We had the pleasure of accompanying her and Samantha on a weekend in the Rhondda Valley, acquainting her with the streets and people of her father’s youth. It was at this time her warmth, friendliness and compassion shone through. Wales will always have an extra significance for us a result of this time.
Judging by her photographs Patty was always a beautiful woman. It was a kind of beauty that the passage of time could not diminish, it came from within and was obvious to all who knew her.
I envy her constant and certain faith which we hope and trust has won her the eternal peace and happiness she deserves.
Bless you Patty, it was a privilege.

Au revoir my best friend,
My soulmate,
My love for more than sixty years.

You were the mother, grandmother and great grandmother of our wonderful family of which you were, and I am so proud.

I shall miss the warmth of your smile, the sound of your laugh and the twinkle in your eye but the shining light of your spirit will never ever leave me.

‘Till we meet again.

Your Rog x

In the rare times that we were able to meet Patty she always gave us a fond welcome. A great example of a loving Mother and Grandmother who be greatly missed.

Dear Patty was a truly good and kind person through and through - she constantly gave of herself. She befriended my late mother June in Claremont care home and spent much time cheering and chatting with her. They had both been born in India and had much to chat about. I too got to know Patty and we became friends then and in the years following my mother's death in 2011. Patty was great fun and loved to laugh - I have never forgotten her kindness and will always admire her and her wonderful approach to her own final illness which she bore with inspirational courage and good humour, surrounded and supported by her lovely, loving husband and family. I'm so glad to have known such a special person. Farewell dear Patty.

Your kind heart and winning smile will live on forever in the hearts of so many. Sleep well my darling friend. xx

Dearest Patty, thank you for being such a wonderful friend over the many years we knew each other. Thank you too for all your support for my little business, I am so grateful that I was your hairdresser and for all the hugs and all the birthday cards that you always sent us and for just being you, a wonderful rock to so many...we will always miss you dear Patty...with love always Mandee and David xxxx

We’ll meet again of that I’m sure
And though I should not rush
I know that time is running out
I wish the clocks to hush

For there is more I need to do
That you would hold so dear
And then I’ve lots to tell you
When once again we’re near

I’ll tell you of the starlit nights
And I know you saw them too
Looking from a different place
But seeing the same view

I’ll make you laugh with takes of joy
Adventures through and through
I’ll dip my toes in crystal seas
And bring that back to you

We’ll meet again of course we will
Till then sweet time must bend
I have so much to do until
I see you once again. by Donna Ashworth

To the world you were our mother but to us you were the world x

She's the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street.

She's the smell of certain foods you remember, flowers you pick,
the fragrance of life itself.

She's the cool hand on your brow when you're not feeling well.

She's your breath in the air on a cold winters' day.

She is the sound of the rain that lulls you to sleep, the colours of a rainbow.

She is Christmas morning.

Your mother lives inside your laughter.

She's the place you come from, your first home.

She's the map you follow with every step you take.

She's your first love, your first friend, even your first enemy.

But nothing on Earth can separate

Not time.
Not space.
Not even death.

Patty my glorious, glamorous cousin with a smile that could light up a room!!I was so grateful to renew a long lost family connection. To me Patty wears kind, loving and generous. I only wish that we could have spent more time together. She was a link to my family’s past , her relationship with our grandmother, a woman I loved, was very important to us both. Dearest Patty, thank you I miss you.

Farewell dear Patty,
It's been a great joy for me to have been part of your life.
Your warm,loving caring support to me and my family has been so appreciated.
Always ready with a smile. your love of life, sense of fun, infectious laugh and generosity has always been evident.
Special,inspirational friends like you are rarely encountered these days.
I will miss you enormously but will be comforted by the memories of the many happy times we enjoyed together.
With love from one Virgo to another.
Val xxx

Dear Patty
I want to thank you for being such a special person in my life, and I am sure in so many others.
Although we haven't seen each other in some time, I look back fondly on all those weekends and school holidays when Jamie and I were kids hanging out. Whether we were playing cricket, riding our bikes around downtown Middleton, or maybe up to a little mischief here and there, we were always back to Ancton Drive to be fed and watered and sometimes offered some honest thoughts on how we could better spend our time.
And even as I grew older, hanging out with Rog, Jim, Snag & Toze, nothing changed. You were there ensuring that when we returned late at night from either celebrating or commiserating over the days cricket, that we wouldn't go hungry. Often getting out of bed to cook up a feast. Who ever thought of adding tinned peaches to a fry up ??

You have a wonderful family, one you should feel very proud of.
You will be missed but never forgotten.

All our love
Stuart (Slug), Tracy, Eden & Max

In very loving memory of dear Patty who was a little ray of sunshine in our lives. Always funny, compassionate, caring and a joy to be around.
We will miss her very much and the world will be a sadder place without her.
With fond memories, Geoff, Alison and family xxx

My dearest Patty, you have been such a special person in my life. The generosity, hospitality and love you showed when you offered a struggling young Kiwi a home away from home having only met me once pretty much sums you up. Your’s and Rog’s generosity turned a tough time into one of the best summers of my life. You took me in, housed and fed me and in return I left your freezer door open (or was that Snag) and depleted your neighbours gardens of all the flowers I thought would look better in your Kitchen.

Our connection has been strong from day one and even though you only met my family once you have always been considered part of us.
I’m so grateful Snag and I were able to make it over last year to surprise you. It wasn’t nearly long enough but was such a special time.

I’m sure my story was just one of many who have been fortunate enough to have known you. I know how much your beautiful family and loving Rog will miss you. The world was a better place with you in it and I will miss you so much. Thank you for everything Patty.

All our love
Amy, Imogen Thomas and Toz
X

Dearest Patty (Patts),

Life is full of "sliding doors moments" and I will always be grateful for the one that steered me towards that great little hamlet in Southern Sussex - Middleton-On-Sea.

It's amazing how 3 years playing cricket can quickly turn into 35 years of friendship.

From the first time we met in 1989 I knew that you were pretty special - smart, sassy, strict (when needed) and fun (always).

I know I tested your patience on many occasions especially leading Roger (Raj Maru) astray - staying out late and drinking "shrapnel ports" together - the truth is we were just as bad as each other but I know you always knew that

I bonded early with Jamie (we had a great match-winning partnership in my first ever match for Middleton at Tunbridge Wells) and over the years I've become close to Sammy and Jimbo.

You have a magnificent family, and you are all in my thoughts.

I will never be able to repay your generosity Patty but visiting last year with Paul (Toza) and seeing you is something I will always treasure.

You will be greatly missed.

Your "lovable rogue".
Snag xx

In loving memory of the lovely Patty - I wish we had caught up so much sooner xx

Darling Patty, thank you for your wonderful friendship. You were my first friend in Middleton and our friendship grew and grew over the years. You and Roger became a big part of our lifes. I miss you and you will always have a piece of my heart. Sleep well xx

Although our time together was so short you made a positive and joyful impact on our family. Thank you. Rest in peace.