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Patricia McKenna Fossen
04/30/1959 — 12/31/2012
From Seattle, WA, USA | Born in Buffalo, NY
Patricia McKenna Fossen
Patricia McKenna Fossen
Patricia McKenna Fossen, 53, of Seattle died December 31, 2012, in Richland, ending a valiant nine-year battle with ovarian cancer.
Patricia was born April 30, 1959, in Buffalo, New York, to Thomas P. and Patricia A. McKenna. She spent her youth in Orchard Park and Yorktown Heights, New York, and moved with her family to Richland in November 1972. Patricia attended Hanford High School and Washington State University, graduating in 1981. She spent the majority of her adult life in Seattle and was employed by Safeco Insurance.
Patricia was preceded in death by her father Thomas P. McKenna. She leaves behind her mother, Patricia; sister Susan Del Senner; brothers Mark, Michael, and Thomas; nephews Bradley and Eric Senner; and close relatives in Pennsylvania.
The family will hold a private graveside service at Patricia's request. For those wishing to honor Patricia and her life, donations can be made in support of ovarian cancer research through the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, P.O. Box 19023, Seattle, WA 98109 206 667-6121, or Tri-Cities Chaplaincy Hospice, 1480 Fowler Street, Richland, WA 99352 509 783-7416.
I will remember your kind spirit always. Prayers with you and your Family
It was so sad to hear about the loss of our cousin, Patty. She and Sue brought such joy to their Uncle Hugh and Aunt Peg when they visited PA a few years back. I think of her courage often and we will keep her and the rest of our McKenna family in our prayers.
I will remember your kind spirit always. Prayers with you and your Family
It was so sad to hear about the loss of our cousin, Patty. She and Sue brought such joy to their Uncle Hugh and Aunt Peg when they visited PA a few years back. I think of her courage often and we will keep her and the rest of our McKenna family in our prayers.
Patty was one of my favorite people in school. I’ll always remember her laughter. I hadn’t seen her since then, and stumbled upon this sad site today. My condolences to all who loved her.
First of all, my sincerest condolences to all of Patty’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I feel very blessed to have gotten back in touch with Patty awhile ago – she gave me support and was so encouraging when she herself was dealing with a lot. And it was just plain fun to talk with her! Some of my best memories of her are her beautiful blue eyes and her perfect handwriting. I used to try to copy how she formed letters so my handwriting would look like hers. During the time spent together when we were young, more than anything I admired her independent spirit. She was not a crowd follower, always enjoying in life what she chose, and not conforming to other’s likes and dislikes. Without her I would not have had an appreciation for the LA Dodgers, especially Bill Buckner : and many other things! Now I’ll just plain miss her.
Pat, Sue, Tommy, Pods, and Families,
Where can I start to express my feelings of sadness for your loss of sweet Patty? She was a stunning young woman and my best friend for many of our teen years. I loved her dearly. She was both beautiful physically and spiritually. Her sparkling blue eyes shared joy and friendship. I’d heard she was doing poorly and was back in Richland, but did not wish to see friends. I thought of her many times daily during these past few weeks of her life. I’m confident Patty’s now at peace in Heaven and has joined her dad in eternal life. Please know that Tim and I carry your entire family in our hearts and minds as you go through this painful time.
I am very sorry for your loss.
I had heard that Patty was having health issues, and thought of your family often. When I think of Patty I smile. She was special.
Although we did not know Patricia, we know her sister Sue. We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you.
Dearest McKenna Family and Senner Family:
I know there is one more star up in the sky tonight, and even though it’s far away, its Patty’s brightness and warmth that still reachs us here to make the night a little less dark.
With our deepest sympathy.
Suze & Howard & Molly & Sarah
McKennas and Senners –
Patty will be GREATLY missed! She was a loving daughter, sister, Aunt, and friend. I remember Patty’s free spirit in high school and college. She lived a few doors down from me in Stephenson North at WSU and was really fun to hang out with. I’m glad that she had her sister to take care of her the last 9 years and her family to take care of her/be with her during the last weeks of her life. I KNOW she’s in Heaven . . . probably listening to some old Kiss songs.
To all of my friends in the McKenna Family,
Patty had a magnificent personality and spirit that was easy to love. I will always have fond memories of the neighborhood we all shared together. There were so many laughs. And, none more fun to hear than Patty’s. I have thought about her many times over the years and she will always have a special place in my thoughts and heart. On behalf of myself and my sisters, Lynne and Laurie, we wish you all peace and comfort as, you too, are in our thoughts and prayers.
To the McKenna Family,
Michele and I are deeply saddened by Patty’s passing. Your family has been a part of our lives for so many years and we know how difficult this is for all of you. You have been in our thoughts consistently since we heard Patty was in Richland in her final days, and we were comforted to know she was with you as she passed in to heaven. As you grieve for such a difficult loss, I also hope you can celebrate her wonderful life. She was truly a beautiful person.
Mark, Mike, Tom, and McKenna family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Forty years ago we had the great fortune to move in across the street from the McKenna’s — Tom & Pat, Susie, Patty, Tom, Mark & Mike. We had the opportunity to watch the kids all grow up, and we even participated in some of their life experiences. Beautiful Patty will be greatly missed here on earth, but we all know she will be a wonderful angel in Heaven. God Bless each of the McKenna Clan!
The friends we made in our youth are anchored in our souls forever. That is how I feel about Patty. When her family arrived in Richland in 1972 I was lucky enough to have Patty sit next to me in Spanish class. We became friends instantly. Over time Patty became closer to my sister Julie, and I became closer to her sister Sue, such that we were in different grades. I always thought of her as somewhat of a ‘little sister’, because of the continued relationship we had. In the last months of her life Patty gave me a gift, of drawing me closer again to her dear sister Sue. Patty, Sue and the McKenna family have been in my thoughts and prayers during that time, and I continue to pray for them to be comforted in their great loss. I send my love to you all.
I am so saddened by the passing of sweet Patty. Her smile and shining eyes are a beautiful memory!!
My heartfelt condolences to the McKenna/Senner family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers in hope that you may find strength, peace and comfort at such a difficult time.
It is true what they say life is a journey…I was blessed almost 30 years ago to meet, work and build a friendship with someone who I will miss for the rest of my life.Patty told me the last time we talked that we would see each other again-my dear friend I will miss you greatly until that day. Thank you Pat, Sue and the boys for sharing Patty with my family and I. Her smile, laugh and all those long talks will be greatly missed. Thank you for being a part of my journey
Even through her suffering, she had a loving, sweet spirit that couldn’t be diminished. I am so happy I got to know her.
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