Patricia Rose Rainey
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Patricia Rose Rainey

  • December 30, 2011
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico
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“I miss you Granny!!! May You be happy above me!! I LUV u nene! ”
1 of 14 | Posted by: Sarah Silverman - Alburquerque, NM

“Pat was such a lovely lady and such a joy to be with on our visits to Alnuquerque. Visits with Pat and Tom were always a highlight of our trips Now...Read More » ”
2 of 14 | Posted by: Betty & Carl Streebeck - Oakland, TN

“Pat was a very loving woman. She loved God and her family very much. She made my family feel like part of her family. I loved talking with her. My...Read More » ”
3 of 14 | Posted by: Margie Barnett - Albuquerque, NM

“Terry, Tim, Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
4 of 14 | Posted by: Laurie J Holly - Springfield, VA

“I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Pat's death. It is hard to even say "Pat" without saying "Pat and Tom." They have been such a stable in my...Read More » ”
5 of 14 | Posted by: Denise Gardner - Grapevine, TX

“My dearest family and friends our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. I can always remember that at family gatherings Pat's smile and...Read More » ”
6 of 14 | Posted by: Vicki Ratliff - Austin, TX

“Pat was always smiling and gracious. I always knew that she would be happy to see me and she was a joy to be around. She loved her family dearly...Read More » ”
7 of 14 | Posted by: Lisa Berry Nicholson - Rorswell, NM

“Pat was so much fun at family get togethers. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing about her life as a mom of three, her adventures as a military wife, and...Read More » ”
8 of 14 | Posted by: Patsy Spellman - Albuquerque, NM

“Our deepest condolences to the Rainey family for their loss of wife, mother and grandmother. God bless you all. ”
9 of 14 | Posted by: Ernest and Susan Marquez - NM

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rainey family. May God comfort you during this sad time. Love & Prayers, Fritz Garms-Martinez, Millie...Read More » ”
10 of 14 | Posted by: FRITZ GARMS-MARTINEZ - NM

“Pat, You will be missed by everyone who ever had the previledge to know you. The time I was lucky enough to have with you will stay with me...Read More » ”
11 of 14 | Posted by: Brad Pfeffer

“Grandma, Life won't be the same without you. I miss you already and I am so sad that my daughter won't have the chance to meet you. But trust,...Read More » ”
12 of 14 | Posted by: Sarah Wood - Denver, CO

“Terry, I am very sorry for your loss and the Comanche Nation Election Board Members sends their condolences to you and your family. You and your...Read More » ”
13 of 14 | Posted by: Gwen Kerchee - Lawton, OK

“On behalf of the French Family of Companies, we would like to express our deepest condolences to your family. ”
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Patricia "Pat" Rainey left us unexpectedly on December 30th, 2011. Pat was born October 1st, 1931 in Denver, Colorado. In 1956, Pat married the love of her life, Thomas W. Rainey and began a world-wide life of adventure together. Travelling and living in exotic places such as the Philippines, and Iran, Pat proved herself to be a fearless woman of strength and determination. Following Tom to the Philippines, Pat took 3 "babies", the oldest being only 2, across the country and then across the Pacific on her own. Pat was an amazing mother who dedicated herself to raising her kids and to being a loving wife. She and Tom settled in Albuquerque in 1972 after his retirement from the Air Force and made a new home for their family. Throughout her life Pat was involved in the lives of her children, her grandchildren and the many friends that she and Tom made over the years. Their network of friends spans the country and they have maintained that network for many years. Pat believed strongly in looking out for neighbors and friends within her community and participated actively in community service activities. She held strong political beliefs and loved to discuss the events of the day. Though her own opinions were strong and heartfelt, she always insisted that her children and grandchildren thought for themselves and developed their own beliefs and opinions. The pride of her life was her family. She was a devoted mother, a dedicated grandmother, and was excitedly looking forward to the birth of her second great grandchild. She delighted in the lives of her children and grandchildren and eagerly anticipated their visits and phone calls. She was a soccer mom before there were soccer moms. Little League, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, PTA, Vacation Bible School, church, school activities and athletics were important to her children and so they were important to her. Always encouraging and involved, she made costumes, baked cookies and cakes, helped sell candy and donuts, was an officer in the PTA and through extraordinary efforts, insured that her children were able to participate in any activity they desired. Pat is survived by her loving husband Tom; her son, Terry and his wife, Calleen; her son, Tim and his wife, Jovonna; and her daughter, Tammy. She had 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild with another on the way. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 7th at 4:00 p.m. at the French – University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. There will be a reception to follow at the Elks Lodge #461 located at 2430 Centre Avenue Southeast. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Pat's beloved charity the Albuquerque Humane Society.