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In Memory of
Pat Lyons
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Barbara Humes & Family planted 10 trees in memory of Pat Lyons
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
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Sent with love and remembrance, Pat touched my life with joy and love. She will be missed and remembered always. Love to you Eddie.
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Mark Greenhalgh posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Months have now past since Pat Lyons left us, and yet not a day goes by that I don't think of her and smile. Yes, I am sad that she is gone, that I cannot hear her laughter on the other end of a phone call, find a greeting card from her in the mail or sit down with her and Eddie to watch her latest, favorite TV show. But Pat is still here with me so many ways...
On the foot of my bed is an amazing quilt she made, each square filled with pictures of things she knew I liked; chocolate bars, French fries, dollar bills, Batman, Toy Story and Looney Tune characters, Mickey Mouse, Spiderman, Wall-E and the list goes on--Sometimes I just sit there and study it like map, a map of many things that Pat knew I loved. It makes me laugh. And I marvel that she found all these pieces of cloth and turned them into this crazy, beautiful, fun and oh, so comforting, Work of Art. It wraps me in love and warmth of her personality.
Pat and Eddie and I would often go to the movies--with a big box of popcorn and sodas big enough to bust one's bladder. We made it an event and laughed or cried and just, had fun. Tory Story, Shakespeare in Love, Jurassic Park, Life is Beautiful and so many more. Pat took my pile of movie tickets I'd saved over the years and pasted them all over a wooden box with along with pictures of movie stars, making it into a wonderful collage of creativity and color. It became the container for the programs and playbills of so many nights of theater--some of which we had shared together. It is a box filled with meaning and memories. When I look at it, she is, in a way, still here with me.
Oh, but that is not all, Pat's passion and creativity has also given me a Free Spirit Bear that stands guard on my bookshelf. Feeling that little Grand Canyon stone in its ear reminds me of the the mutual love for that awesome wonder where she and Eddie and I all met each other so many years ago. Over the years we three returned to the canyon many times to stare into its wonderous depths and breath in the magnificence of God's creation. I will continue to return to the canyon and I know that Pat, always and forever a free spirit, will be there too, not only in my memories but in the whispering of the wind and the warmth of the sun shining down on me.
Eddie Lyons is a brother to me and I feel his loss and his love for Pat in the words he has written here--I hurt for him. But I want him to know that Pat still lives--not only in all the amazing creations that surround him, myself and so many others--but in a better place beyond this earthly life, free from the pains and troubles she endured in her final years. I have no doubt she is busily at work, using her love, passion and creativity in new and exciting ways; unfettered by afflictions and with continued love for Eddie, the Lawler family and so many others that she cared for with all her heart. What a reunion we will have when we are able to greet her once again!
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Mark Greenhalgh planted a tree in memory of Pat Lyons
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
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Missing Pat tonight; her laughter, her love, her creativity, her kindness and generosity.
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Pamela Rightmyer lit a candle
Saturday, December 19, 2020
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I am so sorry to learn of Pat's passing. It has been many years since I have been in touch with her but I am reminded of her each time I look at a very special Spirit Bear that she made for me. I lost my Maltese who was my heart dog and she made this beautiful bear and sewed his ashes inside. I will always treasure it and her friendship. Pamela Rightmyer
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Eddie posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, December 5, 2020
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Dear sweet Pat, When you were here you filled my heart and soul with life, but when you had to go, only emptiness was left So this song is for you. Listen closely my one true love. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XYH_DcbPRg (the singer,"Sleeping at Last", singing "Dear True Love".)
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Edmund Lyons posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
My beloved soulmate Pat, I'm borrowing some lyrics from, "All I Want" and making a few changes. If someone wants to hear this beautiful song, go to you tube and listen to it sung by Ellie Goulding (beautiful voice).
All I want is nothing more than to hear you knocking at my door
Cause if I could see your face once more, I'd die a happy man for sure
When you said your last goodbye, I died a little bit inside
I lay in tears in bed all night, alone without you by my side
All I want is, and all I need is to be again with you.
Cause you brought out the best of me, a part of me I'd never seen,
You took my soul and saved my life,
Our love was made for a movie screen..
So, if you loved me,
Take my body, take my soul,
All I want is, and all I need is to be again with you.
Yours forever, Eddie
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Donna lit a candle
Monday, November 2, 2020
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I got to meet Pat at the outpatient lab at Verde Valley Medical Center. I had the Honor to draw her blood and listen to her stories. She always had a smile on her face and nice things to say...never any negativity. What a sweet lady. She always made my day. I retired from hospital in April 2020 and just found out about her passing. Prayers to family.
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Heather posted a condolence
Friday, October 30, 2020
I don’t have the words to express how I feel, but I’m going to try. I was deeply saddened to hear of Pats passing, she was such an inspiration to me even though we never Met in person I feel like I knew her through my bears( her bears)I could tell my bears were loved and made by someone who loved them, I always wanted to meet her and now through her husband I feel like I have. Dear Pat,You were such a great inspiration to me and I’m sure to everyone around you. The world has lost one of its most unique artists there will ever be. To her husband Eddie,Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family, I’m sure that her memory will live on forever and ever just like your love for her wIll. What a tragic loss for you! My heart goes out to you, the world will be a much darker place Without your wife in it. I can tell by the pictures you both were very happy and passionately in love.I wish there was something I could say to help you get through The pain I know you must be feeling. I know there’s not a word or words that could help but just remember this, most people never get to feel the love that you have and the love that you gave. I am truly sorry for your loss. And thank you again for Sharing, I will never forget you and your beautiful wife,
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Eddie Lyons posted a condolence
Thursday, October 29, 2020
It's sad to see that no new tributes have appeared for this gentle soul who I was blessed to spend 34 years with here on earth. So, I want to tell you about how she connected recently with someone she never met. She spread joy and comfort to everyone while she was alive. However, another gentle soul was so touched by Pat after she passed, that this person sent me 3 bears that Pat made many years ago. She would not accept payment, but only somehow felt close to Pat, just like the many people who met her before she passed. This was Pat's gift, spreading warmth and comfort to others. This person gave me so much joy through her gift, and gives me faith in humanity. So, even beyond the grave, Pat can connect to others. Pat already had all my love, but somehow, it grows stronger every day. I thank this person, named Heather, from my heart. And to my forever wife, Pat, I will never stop loving you, not even for a second. Always yours, Eddie
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Eddie Lyons uploaded photo(s)
Monday, October 12, 2020
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Pat, my beloved wife, had an awesome artistic talent. Her new ideas came to her every day (and night!). She used every kind of material, although fiber remained her favorite. Look at the attached photos and see a tiny bit of what she could do. I have so much of her finished art to look at and touch every day. It will always remind me of her tremendous creative spirit. I miss her every minute of every hour of every day, and my heart will never again be happy until it is once again united with her heart.
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Ginny Snyder posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2020
Pat, my mom (who I am sure welcomed her with open arms in the world of no pain and sadness), Eddie, my brother, and I became friends years ago here at Pine Shadows and have lovingly remained friends today. I am truly sorry for your loss of Pat in this world, Ed, and please know that prayers will continue to be offered for you and Pat. I have a beautiful memory of Pat's creative talents hanging in our home, and always looked forward to seeing her beautiful bears, jewelry, and other creative and very artistic artwork at any of the shows we have had here in our Park. You will be greatly missed by all who had the honor of meeting you, Pat, and you will always be in our hearts, and of course so will Eddie. May God comfort your soul, dear Ed. Pat will continue to guide and help you until we can all be together again, but I'm sure you already know that. With love, Ginny Snyder
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Johannah posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
I met Pat because she had occasion to call 911 for what was a frightening situation involving a stranger. Pat amazed both dispatchers and officers with her courage, her grace under pressure, her presence of mind during a stressful time and her kindness. After speaking with Pat on the phone and also in person, I realized that there is just something special about Pat. When Pat shared her stories with me about her teddy bear creation, her art, her lovely husband, I felt blessed to catch a glimpse of the truly wonderful person that was Pat Lyons. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Eddie, as you grieve the loss of this remarkable woman. She truly made a difference in the world, and I feel blessed to have known her.
With love,
Johannah
Victim Advocate, Cottonwood Police
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Monday, October 5, 2020
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Pat, my love, my life, what more can I say about the most incredible person I ever met? I've already written about you showing me what real love is and you never wavering in that love no matter how difficult I could be at times. Others have written about your big heart, always open to whoever needed your comfort. I am here to confirm what they said. I remember the times at teddy bear shows when someone came to your table and opened up about some loss in their life. You cried with them and comforted them, often giving away a teddy bear you had worked so hard to make. No matter how busy you were, you always found time to help others when they needed you. I remember when you even made Tinker Bell smile and hug you! I hope she will always know how powerful and special that hug was. From the deepest part of my soul, I will never stop needing and loving you. No one can ever, ever, ever replace you. Your soulmate now and forever, Eddie
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Tammy Laga posted a condolence
Thursday, October 1, 2020
It was such a pleasure knowing Pat. I had the honor to helping her blood tests results be inspired by the “Fairy dust” we would agree upon together to be sprinkled onto the sample. I always would let her know no matter what time of the day she was finishing up with her Dr. visit she could alway count on me being available for her lab draw. Usually it was at the end of the morning rush and the best thing was we didn’t have to be rushed. Always had nice chats wish we could have chatted for hours.
Eddie? It was always Great seeing how much You loved and cared for Pat. And don’t ever think otherwise. And may her memories live forever in your heart. She will be missed and one day you two will be together again. God Bless!
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Pauline Vera posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, September 26, 2020
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Oh, Pat.....You will be greatly missed!
I'm so thankful to be an ever so small part of your life. I will treasure our phone conversations, and all of the beautiful creations you've made for me and my daughters over the years! I Love you and I'll be here for Eddie whenever he needs David or myself.
Rest in Peace Pat.
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terrie stong posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, September 26, 2020
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Pat was a loved and admired artist and friend in our teddy bear family. Her beautiful bears will be her legacy and an inspiration to the artists that follow in her footsteps. She will ne missed but never forgotten! Terrie Stong Good Bears of the World
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Brenda uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
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Pat was undoubtedly one of the most creative women ever.
She was able to create something out of nothing and the ideas came to her constantly.
Her heart was the biggest thing about her, even though she was a small lady, her heart was always open to everyone who needed a bit of Pat love and caring.
I feel honored to have known her and Eddie. Their love was one for story books.
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Brenda lit a candle
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
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What a pleasure it was knowing Pat. I met her when she attended an art doll class I was teaching. She was a most delightful student. Always joyful and extremely creative, she was infectious with her love of others and her happy attitude.
She will be missed and what a joy to think of all the hearts she was able to touch. She made you feel good just by being with her. What a wonderful huge potion of Love.
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Logan and Ashly Wolfe planted a tree in memory of Pat Lyons
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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We love and miss you so much, Pat. We love you so much, Eddie. We want to help you in any way that we can.
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Ashly Wolfe lit a candle
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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Pat was such a beacon of light, love, and creativity in all of our lives. She had such a thirst for life and adventure. She loved to share her adventures, pictures, and stories with all of her friends and family. She was such a kind, compassionate, loving, and wonderful human being.
I remember the very first time I met Pat. Our conversation was filled to the brim with laughter and stories, and I remembered thinking that this woman very much reminded me of TNT—a lot of BANG in only four feet and 11 (AND A HALF) inches! Not long after our initial meeting, I stopped introducing Pat and Eddie as my friends and started introducing them as what they actually are: Family.
Pat was one of our biggest cheerleaders. If she knew that it was important to you, it was important to her. Pat supported our family in so many ways, including bringing flowers to our opening and closing night theater performances that we were in, sitting in the stands with signs she made for us at our baseball and softball games, and passing out flyers to events that we directed or created. She would go out of her way to make you feel special and loved.
Pat was a gifted storyteller. One of my favorite stories that Pat would tell was how she and Eddie met. Being the hopeless romantic that I am, I remember hanging on every word of how she knew in an instant that she and Eddie were supposed to be together. I remember her eyes brimming with tears as she said, “If I would have done one thing differently, I would have never met him. I can’t imagine my life without Eddie. He is the love of my life.”
I loved the way that Pat would tell of her real-life fairytale romance with her love Eddie. Every fiber of her being would light up when she would tell how much Eddie meant to her, and how lucky she was to have him in her life.
Pat’s memory lives on in our hearts, as well as our wonderful memories that we made with her. She continues to shine and inspire through her artwork that she loved to create. She gave me several special pieces that I have in my classroom. These precious pieces of artwork have inspired so many of my students, and they will continue to do so. I am blessed and honored to have known Pat, and to have had the opportunity to experience the light that she brought to this world.
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Debbie Osborn posted a condolence
Monday, September 21, 2020
Eddie,
Fred and I didn't know your wife, but, after reading all of the beautiful uplifting things everyone has said about her, it makes us feel like we knew her all along. What a fantastic woman you were married to. The story of how you two met is absolutely beautiful. Timing is everything and we feel it was meant for you and Fred to run into each other this past Sunday morning so you could let us know the sad news about Pat, and so Fred could console you the way he's able to do with his gentle sweet soul. He really is a beautiful listener. I feel even though Pat had never met him, she knows now because she's able to watch over you and see who you need to connect with even if it's for a quick minute. I believe somehow, someway, Pat knew you needed to connect with someone that could reassure you on a soul level that life really does go on after physical death and our loved ones on the other side do these wonderful things to help our wounds many of them unseen allow to be healed through time. This takes place when we allow it to happen. The more we see signs given to us from our loved ones from the other side, we know they are always with us. There never is a separation of their energy and ours. it's just that the energy is now allowed to flow free not held in body form. Please know she will have many beautiful and interesting signs to show you. She'll always be with you. Don't ever underestimate the power of love.
Many bear hugs from Pat,
Debbie and Fred Osborn
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Britney posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, September 20, 2020
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This was from a conversation I had with Pat that I asked to record. She spoke beautifully of her feelings for Eddie. Here are her feelings in her own words for Edmund Lyons:
“Eddie needs to hear it. There is no one else in this world like Eddie. I just don’t know what I would have done. There he was for me.
I met up with Eddie just by going in to buy a Fetish bear—a piece of art work. And Eddie looked in my face and I looked in his. And I knew before Eddie did, what there was between us. I could feel it like women’s intuition.
Before I and my termanally ill husband, Ray, came home from the Grand Canyon, I asked Eddie if I could write him and I’d write a couple pages nearly every day to him. And I ended up sending that to him to say “what is there between us?” It’s more than looking at your beautiful face and in your beautiful eyes—there was a spirit touch. We touched in ways we couldn’t explain. Now I ended up just saying that I wanted to be with him forever and the only way that would happen was that we’d touch again.
I had gone to the north rim in July, then in October I lost Ray to cancer. And in November I went to the south rim to meet up with Eddie where I felt so strong between us. It was only five weeks from Ray’s death—and Ray told me to love somebody new three days before he died. I went with my heart, my soul, and my spirit to Eddie. And when I got there he spent a whole week with me but it was nothing more than collectively touching on our spirits. Eddie came to Florida in December and we were married Valentine’s Day. 33 years now and I just don’t want to give up on this travel and this legacy. I don’t ever want to ever forget what he gave me because he gave me a journey that I have held onto. I love him to death and I will want him to travel with me and connect spirits again. Our feeling is that we want to be able to meet again and just go ahead and pick up our lives again.”
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Judy Scharfencamp Posted Sep 22, 2020 at 7:09 PM
Eddie I am so sorry for your great loss, Pat was a wonderful lady. I remember the years that she work with me she always had a wonderful smile and a warm heart. but she did not take no bull from anyone. And stood her ground. I liked that. Eddie she is still with you looking after you so you better be good. Lov ya crazy Judy
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A wonderful summer day with Pat ❤️
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Britt Ellsworth posted a condolence
Saturday, September 19, 2020
Pat was such a kind and generous soul, and I am grateful for the opportunity I had to know her. Every holiday and birthday my wife and I would receive such personalized and thoughtful cards from her and I knew that she had taken the time and effort to make something special for each of us. She made a beautiful Alice in Wonderland quilt for our twin daughters and I know that each time we use it we will be reminded of Pat’s love and kindness to all she met. We will miss her and look forward to our next reunion.
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Britney, Ellie, and Emma posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, September 19, 2020
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Pat,
People come into our lives for all sorts of reasons. Some teach us life lessons we never forget. Some nurture us and help us become better people. Some simply love us with all their hearts. Then there are people like you who do all those things and more.
Your free spirit creations embody how your legacy will live on with each of us--a unique gift of art and love that we get to treasure and remember. Each fiber perfectly placed just as each fiber of your love was perfectly intertwined with our own hearts.
I will cherish the memories we were blessed to enjoy together: seeing Wicked and you absolutely rocking your stunning emerald dress, seeing you in your element dressed in steam punk attire, learning Hawaiian words and customs from you, baking cookies at your house in the middle of a summer afternoon (I was naive but you let me do it anyways!), teaching me how to create my very own fiber art piece, going to Disneyland together and putting Humphrey up with the Cheshire Cat to snap a photo (we were all a little concerned Humphrey was going to become a permanent fixture when we couldn't get him down right away!), you getting to meet our sweet Ellie and Emma, and so many more.
I am excited to share the beautiful quilts you made for our daughters and wrap them with your love. Alice has already made an impact on them and lights their room as a protection from the dark. I know her light represents yours as you stay close to us all and help illuminate our paths.
You truly are a "one of a kind" and have signed your name on all of our hearts. We love you so much and look forward to feeling you close when we look at our bears and when we visit the Grand Canyon.
All of our love,
Britney, Ellie, and Emma
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Charlotte Doster posted a condolence
Saturday, September 19, 2020
I remember attending my first bear convention in Tampa. I was so in awe of Pat with her vibrant personality. I will always remember the two of you and the love you share.
Charlotte Doster
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People come into our lives for all sorts of reasons. Some teach us life lessons we never forget. Some nurture us and help us become better people. Some simply love us with all of their hearts. Then there are people like Pat who did all of those things and so much more...I am so grateful for the time that my family and I were able to spend with Pat and Eddie over the years. They have brought so much love and joy into all of our lives, and we will always treasure those memories. We will miss Pat beyond measure, but find comfort in the fact that God has a plan for all of us, and we will be together again in His time. Eddie, we love you and we will need to lean on each other to navigate through these tough times.
Remembering the love and the good memories we have been able to share, Saunya
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Jean and Dick Dondero planted a tree in memory of Pat Lyons
Friday, September 18, 2020
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Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
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Beverly White posted a condolence
Thursday, September 17, 2020
AN INDIAN BLESSING
May the sun give you new energy every day, bringing light into the darkness of your soul.
May the moon softly restore you by night, bathing you in the glow of restful sleep, peaceful dreams.
May the rain wash away your worries and cleanse the hurt that sits in your heart.
May the breeze blow new strength into your being, and may you believe in the courage of yourself.
May you walk gently through the world, keeping your loved ones with you always, knowing that you are never parted in the beating of your heart.
My heartfelt thoughts & prayers go out to you Eddie, She was a wonderful human being & truly deserves her seat at the Right Hand. May God bless you with peace.
Bev White
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Wednesday, September 16, 2020
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Pat, You came into my life unexpectedly, and everything took a turn for the better. Your warm eyes, your laugh, the sincere way you spoke, and the kindness you showed me all became a part of my life. As you unfolded yourself to me, I discovered more and more beauty. I have never seen so much gentleness in one person. Without even knowing it, you were slowly making a place for yourself in my heart.
It used to seem so hard at times to feel close in a relationship. But it was so easy to feel close to you. I can't tell you how nice that feels. I realize now that I had never known what it meant to be loved until I was loved by you.
You were always a beautiful and loving wife. I respect and love you with all my heart, and pray that one day we will be together again.
Yours forever, Eddie
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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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I’ll never forget the creative spirit, warm heart, and gentle soul Pat shared with us in the later parts of her life. I’ll always have my bear with me and I know she’s at peace now. We love you Pat, and Eddie we love you and are here for you to help get through these tough times.
Dawn Emerson posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
There are people who just light up the world just by being here and Pat was one of those people. She was a petite package of joy and was a master storyteller and adventurer in my books. She was so generous and kind as well. Just a total package, an angel on earth and I am glad she graced my life with her joy, exuberance, and kindness. Pat always sent little cards and presents and we enjoyed them all but especially the time that my family and I spent with her; learning fiber arts, hearing stories of the Grand Canyon tours, and of course, her adventures with Eddie and Humphrey. She said Humphrey and I shared a birthday so I felt like a little piece of me was somehow hanging out with Pat, even though she lived far away.
I like to think that Teddy Bears keep a part of their "people" with them, even after the people are no longer physically around. I think Humphrey will take wonderful care of that part of Pat, tucked close to his little fuzzy heart.
I know that she's simply on to the next adventure, one we'll all take and I hope we'll see her smiling face again.
Eddie, the greatest gift we give is love for one another and I know she received so many gifts of love from you and you from her. I hope you know that we are thinking about you and wishing you peace and love in this part of your new chapter.
Much love,
Dawn, Kinsey, Rachel & Bill Emerson
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Pat was a lively, spirited,and very talented Teddy Bear Artists who graced our Bright Star Shows and became a good friend.
We loved her energy and her wit. She will live in our hearts forever.
She was a Contributing Writer to www.bearsandbuds.com where she shared her adventures with Humphrey (her bear buddy) with her wonderful photos and penned humor in dozens of online issues.
Pat enjoyed teaching us new things, as she was always delving into new crafts, ideas and her art hangs on my office walls. I will cherish them all.
There are so many memories of good times together, along with lasting memories. I'm very happy that Pat and Eddie crossed my path.
I'm blessed to call them my friends. Pat was my July-born-sister as we laughed over the silliest of things - like boxes and boxes of Peeps!
Dance in God's light sweet angel Pat.
Love and bearhugs, Valerie
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disneydreams65@yahoo.com posted a condolence
Monday, September 14, 2020
My name is John Giles and from the first time that I ever had the privilege of meeting Pat and Eddie Lyons, it was an instant and immediate heart connect for me.There are some people in your life, who once you have met them, there is no explanation or verbal arrangement of words that can ever replace the sincere and true feeling of knowing you love that person from minute one.Pat is one of those people that touched and changed my life forever in that regard.We had a chemistry and spark that gave us a kinship and comradery that was just a "knowing" that sometimes no words needed to be spoken to be fully understood.Whether that be in professional or personal standings,joyous or stessful,jubilant or trying,celebratory or humble,Pat always knew what heartfelt look,wry smile,or sweet wink to give to you to make you feel included, wanted, needed, appreciated and loved.
Pat was always first to be exuberant about a project or upcoming plans,which was contagious and encouraging to make you apply yourself and to reach for your goals and dreams.Pat could always make you feel special and she always had an anecdotal,story, experience or sage advice to help you make a better and more well informed decision after speaking with her.Pat and Eddie were instantly engrained into my heart and to those of my family upon introduction.Pat had a way of being able to identify and relate to anyone she came in contact with, any age, any background, any one who needed a
"Hello" or "How are you doing today?" salutation,Pat was always generous in her enthusiasm and sincerity to truly want to know how you were doing and how she could highlight or accent your day with a little bit of her magical kindness.
Pat, for me, was a force of nature and someone who when I spoke with, time was non-existant.We could spend hours talking about art and our points of view. I loved laughing with Pat and it was almost like a therapy session once we concluded. It was that wonderful feeling of validation and knowing someone loved you unconditionally and without pretense.Pat always gave her best to me in every regard and it was something Pat made tangible by her sincerity and confidence by the way she presented it and held you dear in her attention.Pat had the gift of focus and always made you feel special and singled out whenever she was in the room with you.
Pat was industrious and a hard worker, giving every ounce of her energy in any endeavor she was involved in participating in and could always add her brand of humor to bring a smile to your face.Pat loved to share in everything she did.It was almost like she was planting seeds of creativity,hope ,possibility, expanding your consciousness and opening doors to your imagination that you didn"t even realize that were there.Pat knew that we all had hidden keys that maybe we were sometimes timid or afraid to explore and persue. She made a place at her table for you to ponder what could be and how you'd do it, giving you confidence to try and see where it took you.When someone like that is a guide, mentor, artist, visionary with views and perspectives that only she can see, until she chooses just the right moment to share her gifts with the world, that is truly a talent that Pat shared with me and with those she encountered.
Pat's personal and professional lives where always intertwined with whimsey,optimism,humor and love. Whether creating her internationally recognized bears and enchanted spirits, or sharing a quiet moment with her husband, Eddie, Pat knew how to have fun, or create fun for a future date, by planning and commemorating a birthday, anniversary, holiday with her contribution and personal statement of inspired art to brighten your day and surroundings.I collected Pat's artistry and when I attended one of her shows or traveled to a place out of town where she was exhibiting,I often times found myself sweating, trying to choose which of Pat's creations would be mine. It was like trying to pick chiildren you were adopting and you didn't want to leave anyone behind or overlook a tender heart by not fully seeing them in a hurried pace of picking before hers and Eddie's booth or table was empty from everyone relating and needing to own one of her beautiful pieces.I have over sixty of Pat's original bears and animal creations, along with over 300 of her fiber fusion, altered art, wall hangings,freeform quilts, assemblage pieces and settings, and background support pieces for her superlative art.I have them all around my living spaces and I see Pat at every angle of every space I occupy.It is a symbol and statement of her love that I relish and cherish.Each piece is a memory of a happy time where laughter and happiness was the predominant and overwhellmig feeling.Pat is in the heart of every creation she brought to life.I find constant reminders of her love sprinkled all around me, like the pixie dust she so generously dusted us all with who were lucky enough to be in her presence.I still feel Pat's love all around me and her bears and creations come to life for me with Pat's imbued spirit in them.
Pat has left a legacy of love and tenderness that will continue to shine and illuminate all who get to know her through our warm memories.Her art will convey her free spirit and her saucy,impish,playfully wry sense of humor.I see Pat's spirit shine when we speak of her and keep her memory close to our hearts.As painful as it has been to have this vail separate us,I know Pat is still with us.She has a direct connection to so many of us, and at undefined moments, I sense she is near.I hear her voice in my mind,I see her heart in her art,I feel her hand squeeze in my minds eye and feel her hug as we always said goodbye until the next time.Pat always knew how to give little nods and reminders that her presence was always with you.I have saved every one of her cards that were from her and Eddie and I often read them when I need a little bit of helpful encouragement and love.
Pat knew I would save them and always wrote immortal words and messages of hope and good wishes in them.As everything Pat put her personal touch and signature on, she enlightened it with a sense of purpose only Pat could convey.
I feel so lucky and fortunate to have known Pat for all of the decades that I did and to share in so much of Pat and Eddie's lives.
I will always love Pat and Eddie and for me, there is no replacement for Pat.She is a true original and will always live and be present in my heart,There will not be a day that passes that I won't think of her or feel her presence in my past or future.
I am a better and more enriched person in my spirit because of Pat, and for that alone, I am forever grateful.
I will always have my memories of our happy times together and find comfort in the things we talked about over the years.
I will share over and over again, the things Pat has shared and passed on to me with her knowledge,insight,philosophy and love.
With warm and tender regard,I will always hold her in high esteem and close to my heart.
I will always and forever love you, Pat...
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Saturday, September 12, 2020
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Pat started out as one of my Hawaiian hula students back in 2004. But our relationship developed into so much more over the years. She did hula shows with us, and attended classes religiously, until...her body just wouldn't let her do it anymore. We kept in touch, though, even without hula, and shared lots of memories. When we found out our birthDAYS were the same, it was a given that I'd spend the better half of my birthday with Pat, and she with me. Her sharp mind always made conversations interesting, and her heart was full of aloha. She never failed to let me know just what she thought of things...it's what I loved most about her! She was always that bright spot. I will miss her dearly.
Aloha wau iā ʻoe, e kuʻu hoa. (Love you, my friend.)
Me ka mahalo (with thanks) for all you have shared with me,
Kehau
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Saturday, September 12, 2020
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