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Obituary For Patricia Lynn Fry Simmons
Patricia Lynn Simmons was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and passed away after a tough battle with cancer at the age of 67. Patricia leaves to cherish precious memories, her husband, Wilbur Simmons; children and step-children, Adam Dottle, Danny Dottle, Patrick Reliford, Alexander Simmons (Valerie), Samantha Simmons, William Simmons; Mother, Vera Fry; Sisters, Dianna Deimler (Buzz), Barb Miller; Brothers, Jack Fry Jr (Lori), J.R. Fry, 15 Grandchildren, and 2 Great-Grandchildren. Pat is preceded in death by her Father, Jack Fry Sr.
Among her many accomplishments, Patricia graduated from nursing school and soon after led a successful career in Nursing for over 30 years. She also volunteered in the community, serving as the First Lady of The Controllers Civic and Social Club for 10 years.
Patricia was a loving and devoted wife to her husband, who she met in 1993 and married in 2007. She loved and cared for, beyond measure, her children, step-children, grandchildren, and dogs (Gizmo & MiMi, “Mama’s babies”). In addition to the love she gave her family, she dedicated herself to caring for and helping the many patients she encountered during her life-long career as a nurse.
Anyone who knew Patricia would describe her as loving and caring, a great listener (and talker), and a warm and thoughtful woman. Patricia enjoyed cooking, decorating for the holidays, spending time with friends and family, watching Lifetime movies, trips to the Casino, and attending dances hosted by her husband – on the dance floor she was lovingly coined “the tip-toer”.
Words cannot express how deeply Patricia will be missed, God has called her home. We know that Patricia will watch over us all every day, just as she did during her life.
Words of Appreciation
Our hearts have been made to rejoice during this time of grief by the many kind acts extended to our family. Your prayers, expressions of love, and condolences are greatly appreciated. May God’s blessings of peace and love continue with you forever.
Messages from the Fry Family
“To my Angel in Heaven, I love you.”
-Mom
“I was lucky to have a sister as special as you. Love you.”
-Dianna
“To my Sister: I will cherish the last 4 years we had together. We had gotten so close. I’m grateful for our time together and I will miss you so much. I love you Sis.”
-Barb
“Dear Sis: You were an angel here on Earth for all those you cared for and now I know you are one in Heaven. I will always speak proudly of you and be grateful for all you did for me. I love you and I will never forget you!”
-Jack
“We created a lot of amazing memories over the years. So thankful you were a part of my life. Love you always”
-Your Little Brother (J.R. Fry)
“Patricia, you have been my Sister-In-Law for 46 years. I have always thought the world of you. I will miss you dearly. Love you!”
-Lori
“If tears could build a stairway, and memories were a lane.
We would walk right up to Heaven, and bring you back again.”
The Memorial Service for Mrs. Patricia Simmons will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 1:00 PM in the Progressive Funeral Home Chapel.
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Add A CondolenceMs Simmons sorry to hear of the passing of your mother praying for strength to you and your family. Kim Williams Nutrition Department
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donna Davis
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donna Davis
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time. May you all be at peace knowing she's in a better place. Cherish every memory you had together and hopefully that will bring you some comfort.
Cathy
Patricia my heart broke when I got word of your passing. You and I bonded instantly. We shared a lot of laughs and good times when we were together. I will miss the late night Thanksgiving dinners in GA and FL. Our ventures looking for pecans and let not forget the visits to Phenix meats before we packed up to return to FL. I have so many many memories when I think of you. Love you forever..! Heaven received another Angel on July 4. RIP
Rest In Peace Pat! You will be truly missed. I enjoyed working with you. Sonya Cochran
This message is for all the family on here that has anything negative to say about this obituary, where were all of y'all at while she was fighting? Oh I'll wait... you could of kept y'all comments to yourself if u didn't agree because most of u have no idea what was going on in Pats life. If u don't like the obituary make one in Pennsylvania have a service there nobody stopping y'all. Ignorant
Pat will truly be missed. I'm so grateful she was a 2nd mom to my children. She was a wonderful wife to Will and was such a caring woman. I always knew I would get a great meal when I stopped by when in town. My prayers and condolences to Will and the family.
Pat was one of the nicest loving and caring woman I've ever known. I'm so glad my father got to spend as much time with you as he did. You made my father happy made his life much easier. You were a great wife and mother and u will be truly missed by everybody u came in contact with. Rest up Mrs. Patricia
We created a lot of amazing memories over the years. So thankful you were part of my life. Love always. Your little brother.Jr
Apparently I didnt completely know what I was doing here because I added them under 2 names, only Mom and Jack but I'm sure you would have laughed about that as well.
They are actually from Mom, Dianna, Jack, Lori and Barb
To my sister, I will cherish the last 4 years we had together, we had gotten so close. I loved coming to visit you. Coming to see you was my first airplane ride ever and it was nothing like I thought it would be. I was scared for nothing. I'm so grateful that I could be there to help you in your time of need. I wouldn't have had it any other way. I wish we would have had more time together and more casino trips but it wasn't meant to be. I will miss you so much and I will be sure to keep in touch with your friends because they have now become my friends to. I love you and miss you already. Love you sis, Barb I was always glad to make you laugh!
Pat, You have been my sister-in-law for 46 years. I have always thought the world of you. I will miss you dearly. Love you, Lori
Dear Sis, You were an angel here on earth for all those you cared for and now I know you are one in heaven. I will always speak proudly of you and be grateful for all you did for me. Love you and will never forget you. Love your brother, Jack
I was lucky to have a sister as special as you. Love Dianna
To my angel in heaven, love you. Mom
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to Will and family. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Willie and Patricia Tolbert
I'm so sorry to hear about Pat, my condolences she was a sweet person. We would text and I'll cherish those moments. Sharon and Walter Saffold
