Mary L. Patterson
May 27, 1980 ~ June 21, 2015
Age 35 of Forest Lake, passed away unexpectedly on June 21, 2015 from injuries sustained in a car accident. Preceded in death by her four grandparents and two cousins. Mary will be deeply missed by her daughter, Katelyn Ruth Ericson; parents, Dan and Dorothy Patterson; sister, Beth (Dante) Vono; nieces, Lauren and Claudia Vono; aunts and uncles; cousins; and many friends. A celebration of Marys life will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Crossroads Covenant Church, 17445 Notre Dame Street, Forest Lake, Minnesota with a gathering of family and friends beginning at 11:00 AM until the time of the service. Memorials preferred to Marys family.
Dear Dorothy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter. I did not have the privilege of knowing her, but I know her Mom, and she is a sensitive , loving, kind person and I am sure Mary followed the lead of her Mother. My heartfelt sympathy to your family and her little daughter Kate. May you all find comfort in this most difficult time.
We are sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. Words don’t always ease the pain when you are grieving the death of a loved one, but we hope you will find hope in Jesus’ promise of the resurrection hope (Acts 24:14) when he will rise up the sleeping in death (John 11:11) restoring them back to life, on the renewed paradise( John 5:28,29; Luke 24:43) what a wonderful blessing to look forward too. Until then, may Jehovah God (Psalms 83:18) grant you peace and comfort during this grievous time. – Matthew 5:4. Please visit JW.ORG for more information.
Hello, my name is Cindy Koreen. I remember Mary as a friend of my daughter, Missy Koreen Johnson. It was one of Missy’s birthday parties, a slumber party and Mary was invited. Mary was such a polite, sweet and very shy girl. Dorothy I remember talking to you as you were concerned if she would be able to stay the whole night. I think she did stay and had a good time. I’m so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. May you find peace in Gods promise of everlasting life in His kingdom, until you meet her again.
Dan, Dorothy and Family,
Paulette and I were truly saddened to learn about Mary’s passing. We are sorry that we are unable to attend the celebration of Mary’s life but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Keep the faith and hang on to the memories. Deepest sympathies from both of us!!
Dan, Dorothy, Kate, Beth and family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of Mary. I remember her sweet voice of song and that beautiful smile as a little girl and sharing life stories with my dear friend, Dorothy as our children grew into adulthood. We know in our deepest faith that Jesus has His presence with us and with Mary, but the physical departure is painful. May you have joy as you celebrate Mary’s life–eternal, and the comfort and peace that only Jesus can give you in the day to day walk of life forward. I am with you in thought and prayer today. Hugs and my love, Julie
I am very sorry that Mary has passed away, but I remember that she is up in heaven with Jesus and is happy.
She was the Best Aunt Ever!
Love,
Lauren
Im so very sorry that this has happened. Sadness has filled our home as we try to carry on with life as we knew it. Mary i promise to love, care for, and raise our daughter in a matter that would make you proud. You will never be forgotten. And you will live on through katelyn. All our love , from the Ericson household.
I remember the time when my mom and I got my cat Molly and I have had her since I was 2. We got her and brung her to my house after the loss.Now when I look at Molly,I think of my mom being in heaven with jesus christ.
Hi I am Kate. I just wanted to say thanks for all the nice stuff I have read from my family to me. The messges were so nice and you helped me during this hard time.I loved my mom sooooo much!! Thank You! Love,Kate
Dorothy, Dan, Beth and family,
Mere words cannot express how my heart breaks for your family. I can not believe such a bright light is gone from us. I remember Mary as a young girl in the Christmas programs, sleep overs at our home and the girls singing and entertaining us. I am so grateful Kimberly had such a wonderful friend and Mary will be missed greatly. Let God hold you all in the palm of his hand.
I am so sorry. I can’t imagine what you are feeling. I know you have the strength of the Lord in you, and he feels your pain. I always enjoyed talking to Mary – she was so happy and smiley. BIG Hugs to you all. We will be out of town this weekend, but pray as you celebrate her life, you will delight in hearing stories about her, and feel the love of your friends and family.
Paula and Doris Burgin send our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers sent your way.
Dear Dan and Dorothy,
I am so terribly sorry for the tragic, loss of your beloved daughter. You are in my thoughts and I prayers as you mourn her loss. My heart goes out to you and your family, and hope in time you find peace.
I am beyond words at this time – our deepest sympathy to your entire family. Praying that God will surround you with His comfort and lessen the ache in time. Sending you warm hugs until the day I can do it in person.
Comforting words are hard to find at this tragic time.Although we can’t be there in person be assured that our love,thoughts&prayers are with you now&always
I can’t believe this, still.
Katelyn, my prayer is that over time, you understand that God has always been and will always be in control. This temporary sadness that you feel will not last forever; that all of the gifts like joy, hope, courage, comfort, peace and love is eternal with and in Jesus, our Lord and Savior. You’re Mom is beloved and missed but it’s o.k. because she is saved and in Heaven with Jesus and all of those who have gone on before us.
You have tons of people that love you and are going to make sure that you make it through this.
Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Dan, I am so glad that you are such awesome parents and love everyone so unconditionally. It more than hurts. I just know that Mary was a blessing to so many people, friends and family.
Mary, we will miss that smile, your encouragement, the stories, the laughs and your love. You did it your way, and I will always admire that about you. That you enjoyed life, went about and had fun, without regrets. You are adored and missed, but thank you for being you and giving others the courage to live life to the fullest.
Your cousin, Tim
Romans 8:28
Mary was such a big part of the memories I have from my childhood. She was a light to anyone she came across. I don’t know of anyone who disliked her- she was genuinely kind to everyone she came across. She was always a source of entertainment, so silly, artistic, creative, talented, funny and kind. I’m so sad to be missing her celebration of life. But I will always carry those early years and memories of her with me forever. The world is a little less joyful without her here….but heaven got a good one. Many prayers of comfort and strength to Katelyn, Dan, Dorthy, Beth and the rest of the family during such a difficult time.
To Danny and Dorothy, I’m so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Mary but I feel so sad for you both. I’m sorry I have so words. I’m thinking of you both and praying for you.
I have so many fond memories of my time with Mary I cannot even begin to whittle it down to just one or two. I remember countless hours laughing, swimming, hanging out and, of course, singing together. I remember dreaming of her singing at my wedding and she was going to but was a week or two away from giving birth to her baby girl…so she had to back out. I remember being so sad, but excited for her all at the same time. I still cannot believe this has happened. I have thought of little else since. She was a special friend to me, one of the handful of girls I spent the majority of my time with at CA, and I will miss her so very much. I am sad we were unable to get together that much after high school, although we spoke often of doing so. I simply adored her. And that smile…it was beautiful. Just like her. I am so very saddened by this and my heart goes out to her daughter and family. My love to you all. May God give you an abundance of peace and comfort during this horrible time.
So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dan and Dorothy,
This came to me as a huge shock and such sadness was brought to me. I worked with Mary and was her friend for many years, her smile and laugh was so contagious and I will miss her dearly.
Dorothy , I am sobbing as I write this. Knowing Mary thru high school, and then running into you and Kate at crossroads 2 years ago. Kate started in my class and became friend with my son Luke. Mary and I re connected for a while , then we moved. I remember your sweet love for her and Kate. You are such a sweet lady and I grew to love you and Mary and Kate. I am getting married the day of her life celebration, or I would be there. Luke and I are so so sorry.
Dorothy and Dan:
Linda and I are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. I remember very vividly our grandfather expressing how difficult it was to lose a son when your Dad died suddenly. Thus our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you mourn your loss yet celebrate Mary’s life here and now with our family members in heaven.
Goodbye Mary. Be at peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with your daughter and family.
I am deeply saddened by the tragic news of Mary’s passing. My heart aches for her young daughter. Mary lived for her daughter. We worked together at ElderHaven and she was always kind and loving to all the residents. Her smile brought such happiness to all! God Bless her family during this great loss. I will pray for your family. She is surely one of God’s most beautiful Angels.
This is so shockingly tragic and heart wrenching. Mary had such a positive, joyful disposition…she will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her. We will always remember that trip to Lake Superior with Mary and Kate, the family birthday picnic at Ivan’s with Mary’s family and the joy Mary always found in making her daughter so happy. Such wonderful memories we have. My heart and prayers go out to you Kate, Dorothy and Dan, Beth, your family’s and all those who loved her. Although she was much too young to go, Mary will surely experience everlasting joy in Heaven.
our deepest sympathy to you & all the family
Dan, Dorothy and Beth, Words never seem sufficient at a time like this. My heart breaks for your loss. I always remember that Mary helped at Janeen’s grad party and what a sweet girl she was. I know that God will sustain you through this very difficult time.
Mary was an angel on earth. She cared for the residents of the memory care home she worked in with love and joy. She always brought a sparkle to the day when she was working. Thank you, Mary, for the respect and love you gave to our family members. We miss you already.
Remember her as a “peanut” because she was so little as a child. Also remember her as “little Opal” because she reminded us of Gram. Was so happy to find out she followed in Gram’s footsteps in her career. Love you guys and wish I could be with you.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family with Mary’s sudden loss. She was an amazing person and was loved by many. May God be with you all.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your loved one and offer my heart felt sympathy.Acts 24:15 assures us we will see our loved ones again by means of a resurrection. Let us look forward to that time.
It was great to visit with Mary at Shirley’s 80th birthday celebration in April. She seemed so happy. I couldn’t get her beautiful smile off my mind last night. I will continue to keep Dorothy, Dan, and entire family in my prayers.
🙁 i haven’t talked to Mary since i moved away from Minnesota just after high school. she was such an amazing person!!! i remember every guy i had a crush on was after this ‘Mary Patterson’. well then i met her and i could see why! not only was she pretty, but she had a personality that went on for days! my heart goes out to all her friends and family. RIP Mary…
My heart breaks for the loss of Mary. Prayers of support and strength in this horrible time for your family. May God support you and help you. Love all of you.
I was good friends with Mary in high school. We had a lot of fun together and made lots of memories. I am praying for strength and comfort for your whole family during this difficult time. She will be missed.
Our hearts break for your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Mary was such a special person. The Patterson/ Vono Families are in our thoughts and prayers!
Mary was such a nice person to everyone! My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time
My heart breaks for your family. I am so sorry for your loss. I got to know Mary through Beth during high school. Mary was such as a happy, energetic and free-spirited girl. And she was taken from this world way too soon. She will be missed my many. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!
My heart aches for your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary was my son’s girlfriend for a while in Juinor High. They went to the 9th grade formal together and I remember bringing her up skiing to Wild Mountain with us. She was such a nice girl. It is such shame that you suffer her loss. My heart is with you.