"Its been nearly 20 years since I have seen Patty or Kenny, however I have such fond memories of them, and Gerry and Al. My grandmother (Edith Ward) used to spend winters in Marathon on 24th street with the Combs and Kislas. I visited many times in my youth and remember cracking coconuts with Kenny and Al, and spending lots of time with Patty and Gerry. Im sorry we lost touch over the years, and Im very sorry to hear of her passing. Patty had such a beautiful heart and I will always remember her with love. ~ Rebecca Button (Peggys Daughter)"
In loving memory of
Patricia Combs
January 5, 1930 - April 29, 2019
Patricia Combs died shortly after Midnight on April 29th. Patricia was a long-time resident of Berkley Massachusetts where she and her Husband Kenneth ran the Berkley General Store and raised their family. She and Kenneth moved from Berkley to Marathon Florida where they lived for more than 20 years until Kenneths passing in 2011, at which time she relocated back to Massachusetts to be close to her family. She had been a resident at the Clifton Nursing Home in Somerset Massachusetts for the last several years.
Patricia was the daughter of Hervey and Lena Blanchette (deceased), and the wife of Kenneth Combs (deceased), for 60 years. Patricia is survived by her 4 sons and their spouses, Michael and Deborah Combs of Berkley Massachusetts, Christopher Combs and Carolyn Sovet of Rehoboth Massachusetts, Mathew Combs and Grace Lopes of Berkley Massachusetts, and Charles and Jodi Combs of Lakeville Massachusetts. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren, Scott, Daniel, Luke and Addison Combs and 3 great grandchildren.
In addition to being the Proprietor of the Berkley General Store for nearly 30 Years, Patricia worked for the Town of Berkley in the Tax Collectors office after the sale of the business in 1976. After she and Kenneth moved to Marathon Florida, they enjoyed fishing, boating, playing cards, and socializing with their many friends, relatives, and neighbors. Patricia was an only child, but remained very close to her 2 first cousins and their spouses throughout her life. In addition to her family, she is survived by Jean and Arthur Bennett of New Bedford, Massachusetts, and Geraldine and Alfred Kisla of Fairhaven Massachusetts.
Patricias remains will be cremated at her request, and a memorial service will be held in Berkley Massachusetts for friends and family at a later date. In lieu of Flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in her memory.
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"so sorry for your loss Matt and Grace and Families..love,Moe and Cathy and jimmy Riendeau"
"Aunt pat: was Fun. she cared about each one of us.she was very proud of her family .she loved people I want to be like her.with tears in my eyes, I say" cocktails anyone" love love love love to my cousinssue"
"Mike, Chris, Matt, Chuck and families, Our hearts are with you in the passing of your mom. When I think back on happy childhood memories, Aunt Pat's laugh and smiling face is one of them. Peace to you knowing that her spirit is always with you. Cathie Ramsey"
"I have many good memories of your Mom and Dad. Life in Berkley was good. God bless all of you and know many folks remember and care."
"A wonderful smile, always ready to laugh or play a game of cards, and the very best godmother a little boy could EVER wish for. Mike and Deb, Chris and Carolyn, Matt and Grace, Chuck and Jodi.... our hearts are with you. Aunt Pat will always be remembered and always missed. Love, John and Nikki, Sam, and Jack"
"Al and Gerry, and all the family ...so sorry to hear of your cousins passing. Nancy McLeod Lewis"
"Michael & Deb, Chris & Carolyn, Matt & Grace, Chuck & Jodi,You and your family are in my heart and mind. My condolences on the passing of your Mom.My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. They are all together now cherish all the memories, God Bless.Deb & John Gallagher"