"Mom just found out - she is so sorry. She shared many beautiful memories of Patty from the old neighborhood with me tonight - we are all so sorry to hear of your loss. The world was a better place because of Patty -love Pat Coye (via her daughter Melissa Richards)"
In loving memory of
Patricia Ann Ellison
April 13, 1957 - September 5, 2013
Patricia Ann Ellison, 56, of Parkland, passed away peacefully on September 5th. She is survived by her adoring husband: Richard Ellison; loving children: Carey (28), Lauren (25) and Ryan (21); cherished parents: Dr. William and Gwendolyn Baker; and beloved sisters: Diane Zurenko and Suzanne Leon. Patricia earned her Masters degree from Western Michigan University in Speech Pathology and Audiology (1980). She was employed at Riverglades Elementary (Parkland) for the past 18 years as an ESE Specialist and Speech Therapist. She also worked at Maplewood and Sanders Park Elementary throughout her 32 years of service for the Broward County School System. The devotion to her career enhanced the lives of countless children and their families throughout the county and beyond. Viewing will be held at Fred Hunter's Funeral Home (4650 N. Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point (954) 519-1550) on Saturday, September 7th from 4-8 pm. Memorial Service Monday, September 9th at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Chapel (1500 SR 7) at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, the Family wishes for contributions to be made to the Children's Miracle Network to continue her legacy of supporting children and their families in need. Contributions can be made through www.pattyellison.com
Tributes
"I just heard of Patty's death and was very sorry to hear it. I have great memories of her and the rest of the Baker family from swim team days at Manor Woods. Those were some of the best summers of my life. My sympathies and thoughts to all of the family. "
"I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May you find comfort from your memories, as well as the comfort found in God's word the bible. Romans 5:12 says, "That is why, just as through one man (Adam) sin entered into the world and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men because they had all sinned." How loving of God to promise what is found at Revelation 21:4 which says, "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." "
"I am so very sorry and shocked to hear of Patty's passing. She & I were in the A Capella Choir & Madrigals together in high school; the Montgomery County Choir, and traveled to Maryland All-State Choir together. She was one of the sweetest people I knew, with a heart of gold. Although I haven't seen her in years, I remember her like it was yesterday, and I will miss her very much. My deepest sympathy to her husband, children and whole family. God be with you. "
"I am so sorry about Patty. Like Lisa Perriccio Malay, I also grew up with Patty in Rockville, Maryland. We moved into our new houses within a few weeks of each other and became wonderful friends. One favorite memory was the Halloween in which she and I were space aliens - we each joined 2 round laundry baskets and covered them with aluminum foil as our space costume. We learned to bake together when we were about 10 years old. She was also especially fond of my twin brothers who were 10 years younger than us and of any new baby born in the neighborhood. God Bless you, Patty Baker."
"We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Patty. She was a childhood friend and neighbor of my brother Mark and me. We had many fun times and memories playing with the Bel Pre kids. Our deepest sympathy to the Baker family and to Patty's family. We are thinking of you. The Boettchers. Hank, Dottie, Carey, Mark, Jamie and Jack "
"When my son attended river glades for the early intervention program for autism she helped me deal with the overwhelming sadness I had after his diagnosis . She assured me he would be ok , and that was 9 yrs ago. She was right! My deepest sympathy to her husband and children. "
"Words can't express how shocked I was to hear of Patty's passing. Seems like yesterday she was my co worker at Maplewood Elementary. She was a dear person and truly missed. May The Lord be with all of her family at this time Love and Prayers........"
"I am so sorry to hear about Patty! Having grown up with her, I remember her being a very funny, happy go lucky kinda girl. She was a few years older then me, and drove us on those early mornings to swim team. I remember that she and her sister always had brown sugar cinnamon pop tarts on the way, and that soon became my favorite after trying them! Simply said, I have happy memories of her and she will be missed. Much love to her family, her children and her parents. Hugs to you all Lisa Perriccio Malay Y "