BORN

1933

DIED

2017

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Forest Lawn Funeral Home

4955 Pine Street

Beaumont, Texas

Patsy Fondrick Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 20, 2017.

Patsy G. Fondrick, age 84, of McKinney, Texas passed away on Thursday October 19, 2017. Patsy was born October 9, 1933 in Jasper, Texas to the late Moses T. and Ozelle Thomas.



Patsy was a member of the Red Hat Ladies Society. She loved lighthouses, seagulls and going to the beach, her home away from home; taking cruises whenever possible and travelling all over the country. Her kids enjoyed watching football games with her, even listening to her yell at the officials when they made a bad call against her beloved Dallas Cowboys or Texas A&M Aggies.



Patsy is survived by her sons Thomas Andy Gilbert, wife Candy of Port Neches, Kenneth Mark Gilbert, wife Monica of McKinney, James Fondrick, wife Vicki of Buna, Johnny Fondrick, wife Kay of Vidor and daughter Debbie Gilbert, partner Laura Stout of Maui, Hawaii; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.



Patsy was preceded in death by her parents; husband Allen Fondrick; and granddaughter Rebecca Gilbert.



Visitation for Patsy will be held Thursday, October 26, 2017 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at St. Mark's Episcopal Church.



A Celebration of Patsy's Life will be held Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 2:00 PM at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 680 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701; Visitation will be one hour prior.



In lieu of flowers, contributions in Patsy's memory may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.



Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestlawnmpfh.com for the Fondrick family.

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October 26, 2017

Lydia Ward

Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful lady. Praying for you and your family.

October 26, 2017

Janice Collins

I remember fondly the times I spent at your house, Debbie. Your mom was a sweet lady. I know you will all miss her. My sincerest sympathy to all of you.
Love,
Jan Collins

October 25, 2017

Janis Hairgrove

Loved her smile and she was too funny when Pawpaw would start telling a joke she must have heard a hundred times...she would roll her eyes and say,"Oh, Allen...not again!" My sympathies and prayers to the family and friends of the lady affectionately known as Mimi.

October 25, 2017

Randy & Nancy LeBlanc

Thoughts and prayers with the family. Patsy was a very sweet and special person that will be missed and always remembered.

October 25, 2017

Richard Nelson

Well, Mama Gil has finally reached her reward, and it is a good one!!! She raised her three kids, Debbie, Andy and Mark. She also raised many of their friends. She watched and cheered for many of us who played ball at PNG. She gave advise, she watched over us when we did stupid things and she never missed a beat or raised her voice. She cooked for us and helped when we didn't feel good. She taught us appreciation and nothin is free. She wanted all of us of to succeed, and did what she could to help us do that. She cried with us when our classmates passed away at young ages, because they belonged to her too. The pain will heal in time, but the empty spot she leaves will be missed by all from now on. Rest in peace Patsy.

October 24, 2017

Laura Stout

Very nice tribute. She WILL be missed and always remembered! I would be there if it was possible! Love to all of you!

October 24, 2017

Janet & Adrian Russell

Ms Patsy was always fun to be around at family functions. I'm so sorry Mark, Monica, Erica & Kenny as well as the rest of the family. Our deepest sympathy for all of you.

October 24, 2017

Linda Bresee

So sad to hear of Patsy's passing; We had many special times together; especially all the beach times at her cabin and Ship's Wheel and working together at Borden's in Beaumont; she was so much fun and I loved her sense of humor; will always cherish those times and will miss her, Love and prayers to Debbie, Andy, Mark and their families. Love you Patsy!

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