Obituaries

Patricia “Hollywood” Long

April 13, 2021

Life’s drama begins with a cry and ends with a sigh. Life’s journey is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well-preserved body, but to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting “HOLY CRAP! What a ride!” Yep, Scotty beamed me up on April 13, 2021. This is how my life went. I got my motor running, headed for the highway, I said to myself, start looking for adventure and whatever comes my way, you got to make it happen, take the world in a loving brace, fire all your guns at once and explode into space. Well, I did and now I’m that “Hollywood” star in the sky.

I was born and raised in Lancaster. My parents were the late Fred and Ada Townsend. I worked at Lancaster General Hospital for 20 years. That wall all good and fun. I enjoyed the sun, ocean, pool and traveling. I loved reading vampire books. Every girl over 21 should have one!

Three husbands have preceded me in death. Robert J. Rankin, Sr., father of my five beautiful children, Robert LeBreton and Robert G. Long, who I will be buried with at Conestoga Memorial Park.

Surviving are the 5 greatest children in the world. Robert J. Rankin, Jr., married to Karen of Millersville, Denise M. Erb, married to Charles of Holtwood, Michael A. Rankin, married to Mindi Lou of Marietta, Patrick B. Rankin, married to Kathi of Middletown, and Tammy L, Mallace, married to Vince of York, 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
My kids were my heart and soul and I’m so glad they were mine! I’ll love you all from above and keep a watch over you. Keep this beautiful family together.
Live, love and laugh and know I’ll have the pickled eggs ready when you see me again!

Forever yours,
Mom

She will be greatly missed by her children, who will forever remember her as being the BEST mom in the world.

Friends and family are invited to attend a graveside service at 11 AM on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Conestoga Memorial Park, 95 2nd Lock Rd. Lancaster, PA 17603.

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Condolences to the Family

April 18, 2021

Pat was a good friend and I will miss her. We had lots of talks n fun at the pool where we lived. I will miss her always. I will look for that Hollywood star. Rest In Peace Pat.
Harry Holloway

April 18, 2021

She was a beautiful lady very loving and warm hearted and caring always. She at home with our Father in Heaven.
Jim Works

April 16, 2021

Thank you for raising my soul sister and my BFF for life! I know she has your spunk and I wouldn’t change a thing. To Denise and her siblings, please accept my sincere condolences. A life well lived will never be forgotten!
Melissa McMichael

April 16, 2021

Dear Pat, when you say slipping and sliding you aren’t kidding, we all followed you in the dune buggy in the mountains and watched you sleep on the back of the motorcycle while Bob was practically laying it over to avoid an accident. And there was the time Dick was pulling you on skis at craft haven, you didn’t get up but you didn’t give up, he pulled you a block or more with your head bobbing up and down in the water. Oh, and then there was the time when we went to LGH to put your application in and I thought you were going to kill me! You kept telling me to stop using the passenger brake, it wasn’t working, but you got the job. I am so happy to have known you and will miss you so much! Get ready St Peter, she’s coming home! Love you Pat! PS Ditto from “the nose”.
Jinny

April 16, 2021

We are so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. She was a life force – bold, funny and loved her family very much. A spirit as strong as hers will surely stay close by each of you and watch over you all. Our sympathies to each of you. Alice and Greg Mallace

Services: Friday, April 23, 2021; 11:00 AM; Conestoga Memorial Park; 95 2nd Lock Rd; Lancaster, PA 17603
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