June 24, 2022
June 24, 2022
Happy belated birthday Mom…I know you are having a great time in heaven with your mom, dad, and brother….miss you so much…love you…hugs and kisses coming your way until I can deliver them in person ❤️
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Patricia Downing, 77 years old, born on June 23, 1933, and passed away on January 2, 2011. We will remember her forever.
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June 23, 2022
June 23, 2022
Happy 89th Birthday there in heaven. Bet you are drinking whiskey and smoking that cigarette. Wish you were here with us doing that. We all miss you so much and there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about you. We all are doing well. Love you very much.
January 2, 2022
January 2, 2022
Hi Mom…hard to believe time passes so fast…past two years here have been crazy with COVID-19…so far I haven’t had it…Keri, mike, rob, Tasha,have and survived…Chris got married this past year…she had bad accident but has recovered well…I know you was there with her for both events…thank you for continuing to watch over our family…love you, miss you until I get to see you again ❤️
January 2, 2022
January 2, 2022
It’s hard to believe it’s been eleven years since your passing. Where has the time gone. I remember you saying if you think the months fly by now just wait until you get older and the years fly by. How right you are. All the grandkids are growing up so fast and having their own life’s. And before long I’m going to be a great grandma and you a great great grandma. Wish you were here to see that but I know you will be right there that day when it happens. Chelsie is having a boy and naming him Dominic and just like you used to watch Chelsie when she was little I’m going to watch him. I hope he loves me as much as Chelsie loves you. She got married last year and is a teacher at Springfield City schools and bought a home. You would be so proud of her. Sammi is in high school powerlifting and also does strongmen contest with her uncle Rob. They have such a close bond and that makes me so proud of both of them. They are good for one another. Natalie does cheerleading and has grown into a beautiful young lady. Rob is going to have his hands full. Carson is playing football and your typical boy. He is such a loving child and always giving hugs and telling people he loves them. He got that from you. Bobby and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. Hard to believe that much time has passed for that to even happen. He has mellowed out over the years. I know you have always loved him and you were his mom. Thanks for being there for him when he needed a mom the same as you were always there for Peg and me. I think of you every day and the person I am today is because of you. Love you very much and until we meet again ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
June 23, 2021
June 23, 2021
Happy birthday Mom….wish you was here to celebrate but you are always here with me in my heart and the many wonderful memories…miss and love…I was so blessed to be raised by sure a wonderful lady…you showed Barb and I how to love unconditionally…until I see you in heaven
June 23, 2021
June 23, 2021
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Pat.
January 2, 2021
January 2, 2021
10 years? Wow. You are missed!
January 2, 2021
January 2, 2021
Don’t know where the last ten years have gone but believe me there isn’t one day that goes by that I don’t think about you. It’s about all the great memories we all had together. I once read don’t dwell on the one day of our passing but remember all the good times we had together as we lived. I really try to do that and want my kids and grandkids to do the same when it’s my time. We are all doing good and I know you already know that as you are watching from above. Thanks for raising Peg and me as you did. We have always remained close along with our children and grandkids will do also. Happy New Years to you and love you to heaven and back.
January 2, 2021
January 2, 2021
Happy new year mom...missing you so much...hope you, grandma, grandpa, uncle bob had a great holiday....everyone here is good...love you ❤️
June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
Happy birthday mom...I know you are watching over your family...I miss you so much....love you....until we see each other again ❤️
June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
Happy Birthday in Heaven, Pat. You are missed. ❤
January 2, 2020
January 2, 2020
Hi Mom, just letting you know I miss you more and more as the years past....all is good here...Barb and I are close due to your love and the way you taught us that family is everything...rest in peace until I see you again...love you so much and you are never forgotten ❤️❤️
January 2, 2020
January 2, 2020
Just want to let you know we are all doing fine except missing you so much. I know you are looking down upon us smoking your cigarette and proud of each and every one of us. We have kept tradition of us all getting together laughing and enjoying one another company. You taught us how important it is to be close to family. And we always talk about the good times we had when you were with us. So many great memories we have passed on to the grandkids. Believe me they know you thru us. Think of you every day and am so thankful of the mother I had to raise me. You made me into the person I am today and I love who I have grown up to be. Thanks for all the love you showed me and every one you came in contact with. Love you very much and until we meet again.
January 2, 2019
January 2, 2019
Hi Mom, just wanted to let you know your family is doing well....BJ got married last October....Brian and Keri purchased a bar which you would enjoy going to to have a drink....we all miss you so much but knowing you are no longer in pain and your memory has returned makes me smile...keep watching over us..love you so much xo
January 2, 2018
January 2, 2018
Just want you to know there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you. It was hard to let you go but I know it was for the best. You are in my prayers every night and the grandkids and great grandkids know you thru us. We talk about you all the time. Miss you every second of the day. Till we meet again. RIH dear mom.
January 2, 2018
January 2, 2018
Time passes by so fast....doesn't seem possible you have been gone from us this long...miss and love you more and more...until I get to see you again xoxoxox
January 2, 2017
January 2, 2017
There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you. Time is flying by so quickly. I know you are looking down and seeing how your kids, grandkids and great grandkids are growing up. None of them will ever forget you because we talk about you and share stories about you all the time. You were the best mother anyone could ever ask for and I hope we are making you proud. Love you with all my heart. Till we meet again.
June 23, 2016
June 23, 2016
Happy birthday Mom....love and miss you daily...until I see you again xoxox
January 3, 2016
January 3, 2016
Hard to believe it has five years but there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. We have kept your memories alive with the grandkids and great grandkids.We talk about you all the time. Miss you everyday but I know you re looking down on all of us and so proud of your family. Love you with all my heart
June 23, 2015
June 23, 2015
Happy birthday Mom love and miss you every day
June 23, 2015
June 23, 2015
Happy 82nd birthday. Partying it up with the Angels I'm sure. We will never forget your sweet funny soul. Love you always!
June 23, 2014
June 23, 2014
Happy 81st Birthday Grandma!! Missing you today and always ~ Love you so much!! XOXOXOX
June 23, 2014
June 23, 2014
Happy birthday mom...hope you are having a great time with grandma and grandpa...love and miss you
January 3, 2013
January 3, 2013
Never out of my thoughts. Love you and miss you always daily Mom
January 2, 2013
January 2, 2013
It's hard to believe it's been two years since you went to live your eternal life in Heaven. Missing you today and always. Love you Grandma, XOXOXOX
June 24, 2012
June 24, 2012
Happy Birthday Grandma! We thought about you today on your special day ~ missing you today and always! Love you so much XOXOXOX
June 24, 2012
June 24, 2012
Happy birthday Mom....miss you so much love you xxxxxooooo
June 23, 2012
June 23, 2012
Happy birthday Grandma! Wish you were here celebrating with us but I know you are always with us in our hearts. You are dearly missed today and everyday. Love you so much!
January 2, 2012
January 2, 2012
One year ago today you went to live your life in heaven ~ what a wonderful life that must be! Missing you more and more each day ~ until we meet again! Love you so much grandma! XOXOXOX
January 2, 2012
January 2, 2012
Can't believe it has been a year since you left us. You are missed each and every day. My love for you is as strong today as it was a year ago. I love and miss you each and every day day. May you continue to rest in peace. xoxoxox Peggy
June 23, 2011
June 23, 2011
Happy Birthday Grandma...I am sure one of those angels is toasting you with a whiskey. Miss you so much and love you dearly...thinking of you always especially today
June 23, 2011
June 23, 2011
Happy Birthday Grandma! Missing you on your day! Love you so much! XOXOXOXOX
June 23, 2011
June 23, 2011
Happy Birthday Mom, Love and miss you so much XOXOXOX
January 10, 2011
January 10, 2011
The hardest thing Mom was to tell you "It's ok to go" but we knew you were tired and ready. You are always with me in my heart, thoughts, mind and prayers. You will never be forgotten in this generation or future generations because of pictures, stories and memories.As I have told you many times you were the best mother any child could have and I hope I can be half the mother you were.
January 9, 2011
January 9, 2011
RIP sweet Grandma! I was told by my mother in law that while you were alive you could only hug us one at a time, but now you can hug us all at once. To me that is comforting as I feel your arms around me now. Until we meet again...
January 9, 2011
January 9, 2011
R.I.P. Pat ... Your work on earth is now done. It is time to reap your eternal reward. You did a wonderful job raising Barb and Peg. You will live forever in their hearts and the hearts of their children and grandchildren.
January 9, 2011
January 9, 2011
Mom is now at peace. Until I see you again Mom, my love will always remain strong. My hope is to be the kind and loving person you have always been. Love you always, Peggy
January 9, 2011
January 9, 2011
Our family chain, is broken, nothing seems the same but as God calls us home, our chain will link again. I just love this saying and it's helping me find comfort knowing that we will be with you again someday. I love you with all my heart Grandma and until we meet again ... xoxoxoxoxoxo
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June 24, 2022
June 24, 2022
Happy belated birthday Mom…I know you are having a great time in heaven with your mom, dad, and brother….miss you so much…love you…hugs and kisses coming your way until I can deliver them in person ❤️
June 23, 2022
June 23, 2022
Happy 89th Birthday there in heaven. Bet you are drinking whiskey and smoking that cigarette. Wish you were here with us doing that. We all miss you so much and there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about you. We all are doing well. Love you very much.
January 2, 2022
January 2, 2022
Hi Mom…hard to believe time passes so fast…past two years here have been crazy with COVID-19…so far I haven’t had it…Keri, mike, rob, Tasha,have and survived…Chris got married this past year…she had bad accident but has recovered well…I know you was there with her for both events…thank you for continuing to watch over our family…love you, miss you until I get to see you again ❤️
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Happy Birthday Grandma!
June 23, 2011
Happy Birthday Grandma
It's sure to be the best one yet
Though you left us here behind,
Did you think that we'd forget?
Your cake this year will surely
Be a beauty to behold
With the icing made of silver
And the candles made of gold.
Yes your birthday in Heaven
Will be such a grand affair
And I know you will look lovely
With a halo in your hair.
The angels will come from everywhere
To sing your birthday song
And we know they are so happy
That you have joined God's home.
Now I can't send you a card this year
Or give you a gift so fine
So I'll just send a special prayer
To that wonderful Grandmother of mine!
Happy Birthday Grandma! I love you so much! XOXOXOX
Is that what that is?!
January 18, 2011
Another recent memory that I got to thinking about is when you were at St. John's Nursing Home. Mom, Lowell and I were there visiting and we were in the social area. There was a gentlemen in there and he was ummm exposing himself! You thought it was a girl and kept referring to him as "she" and "her", I whispered to you ... "Umm Grandma, thats a man ~ he's showing his winkie" and you looked over at him and very seriously you whispered back to me "Ohhhh, is that what that is?" Then you couldn't stop looking at him! We both laughed. I never laughed so hard in my life and I still laugh just thinking about that!
Still Missing You.....
January 18, 2011
Being at your house this evening, made me miss you even more than I have been. I think it's the fact that you weren't there and I am not use to being in your home when you aren't! Seeing your chair in the living room empty made me sad, but I tried to focus on the memories you've created for us when we did come to your home and I found comfort in doing that! I thought about coming over every Halloween and you always had to take our picture over by the steps and we always got Reese Cups! I remembered the times we came over and watched wrestling on Saturday nights and the smell of your Apple Dumplin's! So I wanted to thank you for the memories you have provided me from childhood through adulthood. Still missing you like crazy ..... XOXOXOXO Love you Grandma!