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“Patsie was our beloved neighbor for many years, we shared some good times, laughter, tears, gardening advice. We built a home in Roanoke, IN in 1994...Read More »
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1 of 11 | Posted by: Joe & Rita Svec - Roanoke, IN
“I have great memories of Patsie when I worked in the Planning Department. A very good heart; and she gave great "advice".
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2 of 11 | Posted by: Michael VanBruaene - Los Angeles, CA
“Hi Rumsey, On behalf of all the City and County employees you ever intimidated or kept on guard. We loved you.
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3 of 11 | Posted by: Dick Stumpf - Fort Wayne, IN
“We new Patsie when she worked for neighbor care and also at the park board she was always smileing and where ever she saw you she would stop and say...Read More »
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4 of 11 | Posted by: Jerry and Nancy Nahrwold - FL
“Hey Rumsey! On behalf of all your old FWPD friends, we love you and we will miss you! My guess is that you are already in and administrative...Read More »
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5 of 11 | Posted by: Ken Steeg - Largo, FL - Friend
“Patsie, there are so many reasons why you're special -- your love for animals, Chex mix at the holidays, your funny cards with all the 'stuff' inside...Read More »
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6 of 11 | Posted by: Jenelle Bunton - Clearwater, FL
“Tamara, Your aunt was a special person and donated alot of her time for the community, I know she will be missed. My prayers are with you and your...Read More »
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7 of 11 | Posted by: Bob Jesch - fort wayne , IN
“Patsie.... Thanks for the memories and the laughs.
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8 of 11 | Posted by: Candace Hunt-Jones - Naples, FL
“Patsie: surely we will miss your goofy greeting cards and your endless stream of e-mails (when your computer was working)! Where in the world did...Read More »
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9 of 11 | Posted by: Phil & Judy Bennett - Noblesville, IN
“Patsie - So many fond memories to remember. You were such a dear. Loved coming over, fixing your computer (after you yelled at it for a few weeks...Read More »
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10 of 11 | Posted by: Michael Thena - Fort Wayne, IN
“Our prayers are with all of Patsie's family and friends at this sad time. Patsie was a very very dear friend to me for many years and I will miss her...Read More »
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11 of 11 | Posted by: Sara Fischer - Mission, TX
Patsie M. Rumsey, 73, passed away Monday, December 19, 2011 in Fort Wayne. Born in Portland, IN, Patsie worked as an executive secretary with Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation and other city departments for 23 years, retiring in 2002. Patsie also worked for Delagrange Builders and Bowmar for many years. She volunteered at the Fort Wayne Community Center and the Botanical Gardens. She was also a big supporter of the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo and various Fort Wayne Charities. Surviving are her nephew, Gary Hilgeman of Fletcher, North Carolina, niece Tamara Whalen of Blacklick, OH, brother in law, Norman Hilgeman of Coldwater, MI, many great nieces and nephews, special friends, Gerald Bishop, Bonnie Rose and Sarah and Mitchell Fischer. Patsie was preceeded in death by her sister Bettie J. Hilgeman. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 2:00 pm with a reception following at D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home 1140 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne with calling one hour prior. Memorials may be made to the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo. To sign the online guest book, go to www.mccombandsons.com.
