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Patricia A. Foss, 72
September 24, 2019
Patricia A. Foss, 72, of Lancaster, and formerly of Ephrata, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019.
She was the wife of the late Thor J. Foss, who passed away in 2017. Born in Elizabeth, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Malcolm and Marguerite Gillespie McEwen.
Patricia had worked for USAirways, where her husband worked as well, for over 30 years in reservations in Pittsburgh. They then moved to Ephrata in 2002.
She was formerly a member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.
Patricia was, with her husband, a collector of ice cream memorabilia and she was a member of the Ice Screamers, serving on the publicity committee and publishing the monthly newsletter. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting, and was a big Steelers fan.
She is survived by her 5 sisters: Kathleen married to Joseph Mozolic of Brick, NJ, Mary married to Alan Valenti of Venice, FL, Frances married to Paul Sterbenz of Milford, NJ, Margaret married to William Gensel of Somerdale, NJ, and Maureen McEwen of Lansdale, PA; her brother Malcolm “Butch” McEwen of Galloway, NJ, and by several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held at 12:30PM on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Memory Gardens, 319 Wabash Rd. Ephrata, PA with Fr. Daniel Powell officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Patricia’s memory to Alzheimers Assn, Greater PA Chapter,2595 Interstate Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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Condolences to the Family
October 06, 2019
It was with great sadness that we heard of Patti’s passing. We were fellow committee members of the Ice Screamers for many years with Patti & Thor. Their enthusiasm and devotion to the organization will always be remembered. They were a joy to be around! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Barbara & Duvall Sollers
October 03, 2019
I am so sorry for you loss. Patti is now at peace with Thor. May the fond memories give you peace and comfort, now and always. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John McEwen
October 02, 2019
Thor and Patty were very sweet people who enriched the lives of those who knew them.
Sandy Kurtz
October 01, 2019
From the day we joined The Ice Screamers some 25 years ago, Patty seemed like someone we had known all our lives. She and Thor were always ready to head up a committee, or edit the newlstter, or serve the ice cream at the comventon exhibition days. She had a smile for everyone, and was obviously deeply in love with Thor, which was an inspiration to us all. We know that she is in a better place, dancing with her beloved Thor!
Dave and Penny Short
September 30, 2019
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your sister/aunt and my cousin. Patty and Thor are back together now…May they rest in peace.
September 30, 2019
Patty was a loyal and enthusiastic member of THE ICE SCREAMERS BOARD so I had the pleasure of working with her. I’m so sorry on her passing but know she now is living in the peace of the Lord and is with her dear Thor again.
Judith Snyder
September 29, 2019
Our thoughts are with the entire family.
We have fond memories of our special Ice Screamers Patti and Thor. We are sure Patti and Thor are enjoying an Ice Cream Sunday together again.
Much Love,
Heather and Frank Tomasello
- Services
- Saturday, October 05, 2019
- 12:30 PM
- Memory Gardens
- 319 Wabash Road
- Ephrata, PA 17522
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