Patti

Thinking of you today on what would have been your 42nd birthday, Patti! This past year hasn’t been the same without you. You are with us in our hearts always!
Love, your lil sis Gina

I understand that the original Obit/Legacy site will automatically end at the one year mark which is in about another week. Apparently all the postings will be lost so I have copied as much as possible to this site below and put it all in a new Legacy category.

Patricia Marie Crispino
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PATRICIA MARIE, On Nov. 8, 2005, of Glenolden. Had a long and courageous 6 year battle with breast cancer. Loving mother of Isabella, beloved daughter of Tony and Dotty Crispino and Alberta and Ed Waters Sr.; dear sister of Barbara (Mike) Robinson, Gina (Joe) Vigilante, Peter Crispino, Bonnie (John) Brazinski and Edward (Ada) Waters, Jr.; also survived by her boyfriend, Chuck Johnson and many loving, caring and devoted friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Sat. after 9 A.M. at THE CAVANAGH FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 301 Chester Pike, Norwood followed by her service at 10 A.M. Int. Glenwood Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at CAVANAGH’S Fri. eve. 6 to 9 P.M. Donations in Patti’s memory may be made to The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 125 S. 9th St., Suite 202, Phila. PA 19107.

(www.cavanaghfuneralhome.com)
Published in the Philadelphia Inquirer & Philadelphia Daily News on 11/10/2005.

December 7, 2005
Patti and I worked together back at Intracorp and coincidently for a short period of time at MBNA. At that time, she was at the beginning of her battle with illness yet I still can remember her amazing smile and courage. It was humbling. God Bless her.
Maria Richards (PA )
December 7, 2005
I enjoyed Patty’s friendship when we worked together at Intracorp. Her loss is a very sad one, and my condolences go to her family.

Chuck
Chuck Schneider (Downingtown, PA )
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December 6, 2005
My deepest sympathy and condolenses to the family. I was also a coworker of Patti’s during her brief time with Intracorp at the Berwyn location.
Shaun Kelly (Norristown, PA )
December 6, 2005
My deepest sympathies to Isabella and all of Patti’s family. Patti and I worked together many years ago at Intracorp. She was one of the most courageous and determined people I have ever met. Her will to fight and never give up was an inspiration to me. She had the most amazing outlook and always found a way to find the silver lining in every cloud. In the face of all her challenges she always found a way to keep a positive attitude. To Isabella, your Mom has left you the greatest gift of all, her strength of character, determination and spirit. She lives on in you! She will be the angel that watches over you.
Lori DeVincent (Maple Glen, PA )

November 11, 2005
Thank you for being Patti’s friend.
Tony Crispino (Paoli, PA )

December 13, 2005
I had the pleasure of getting to know Patti last year here at the Kindergarten Academy where Isabella attended school. Patti always dropped into my office to say hello and chat for a few minutes.
She was a strong, caring, loving mother/woman, and an inspiration to us all. I am glad that I had an opportunity to get to know her.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Bernadette Reiley,
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Interboro Kindergarten Academy
Bernadette Reiley (Prospect Park, PA )
December 12, 2005
Patti was a great friend to me. I miss her so deeply. I am lucky to have known Patti because she truly changed my life for the better. Patty was always a close friend, there to pick you up when you were down or share the great times when they were happening. She would always answer the phone eager to lend an ear and tell you all about her life. I loved to listen to her stories. She brought together so many people. What wonderful people her friends and family are. I am so lucky to now know these people. I thank you all for being so warm and my heart is with all of you everyday. I miss Isabella so much and I hope someday she is able to read this to see all of the wonderful things people have to say about her Mommy. I love you Patti always & forever.
Tara Warner (Glenolden, PA )
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December 9, 2005
I am lucky and grateful to have known Patti, been her friend and shared in her life. I let her know every time I spoke with her how much I appreciated her friendship and I know that she will always be with me in spirit. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family, I can’t imagine how they are going to fill this large void. They know I am always there if they need me and again I am grateful that it goes both ways.

I miss you Patti.
Robyn Wolhar (Newark, DE )
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December 9, 2005
I met Patti 11 or 12 yrs ago as an invited guest for New Years Eve. Patti made me feel like she knew me for years. She made me feel so welcome in her home. I am truly blessed to have known someone like Patti. She had such a warm and loving nature. She never passed judgement. My memories of the time spent with her will always have a special place in my heart. I was in awe of her, her courage, strength and perserverance towards the challenges she had to face. We can all learn something from Patti. Appreciate life, be the best you can be and enjoy those people that bring a smile to your face.
She will be truly missed.
Regina Barrett (Glenolden, PA )
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December 8, 2005
Our family’s thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew and loved Patti.
matthew shiller (dalgren, VA )
December 8, 2005
Patti was an awesome person and friend. She has inspired me in so many ways. Patti always excepted everyone for what they were and found good in everyone. That is why she had so many friends. More people should be like her. I always enjoyed her company and always shared lots of laughs with her. I feel very fortunate to have met Patti and to have a wonderful friend like her in my life. I will truly miss her; but will carry all the fond memories with me and knowledge I’ve gained from her.
Tracy Robinson (Ridley Park, PA )
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December 8, 2005
I met Patti the first day of seventh grade in Mrs. Randler’s reading class. Even then she had a certain style and presence that really made me want to be her friend. She supported me when my mother died of breast cancer our senior year of High School. We remained friends through college, marriages, children, and the miles that separated us with me living in Alaska. Some of my best memories are of the road trips that Patti and I took together. Patti broke her engagement the day of my first wedding. A week later we were in Niagra Falls together with her sister Barb and Barb’s friend. We always joked that the best honeymoon we both had was together. That marriage didn’t last but the friendship did. Patti worked hard at maintaining our friendship. No matter where I moved in the U.S. Patti came to visit and I know that she liked to travel but it also kept us connected. We talked almost everyday and I still can’t believe that she is gone. A big chunk of my history and my heart went with her. I don’t think the hole in my heart will every go away, Patti’s shoes were too big to fill. I miss her light, her friendship, and her laughter. She left a beautiful legacy in Isabella who is certainly her mother’s daughter. I know that Isabella will grow in grace and with the love of Patti’s friends and family. I miss you Pattericia. Love, Sallette, Sally, Salut, Slut
Sallette (Sally) Thompson Benavidez (Fairbanks, AK )
December 8, 2005
Patti was a true friend, always ready for fun and whatever came up. She was a friend to me when I REALLY needed it,when it counted the most, she showed me what real,non judgmental friendship was. We were not best friends,together All the time, but I saw her every day, her Issabella LOVED my Joey, and we were close., good talks she cared about EVERYONE,always looking to help if it was needed. I miss seeing her each day, our kids playing together,us laughing, and hearing about Chuck, I miss my friend SOO much. God bless you Patti, and thank you for being my friend. LOVE, Lisa
lisa mcgowan (glenolden, PA )
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December 7, 2005
Patti was not only my sister but my good friend and not having her in my life is so painful. She was always so positive, helping everyone to stay upbeat and believing that she would get better. Now, as it approaches one month since she passed, I can’t help but think of our plans and hopes for the future and all the fond memories I have of her. Even though we all knew and feared that she would lose her life to this terrible illness, we all still kept hoping. It still is so hard for me to think about- my sister, my mentor and friend, is gone. What a huge loss of life the world is now facing! I still pick up the phone to call her, I still can hear her voice, and I can still remember her not looking so sick. I will forever keep these memories in my heart with me always.
Now, her mission is ours to continue. Love Isabella with everything we have, live every day as if it were our last. Patti would tell us to “Walk On”. I know she will be with us always.
I love you and miss you, Patti.
Gina Vigilante (Conshohocken, PA )
December 7, 2005
Patti was a great friend and inspiration to us all. She loved life and greeted it with a great smile. It was amazing how she maintained her free spirit and passion and love of travel though her health struggles. She truly lived the motto, “Don’t sweat the small stuff.” I’ll miss her dearly!
Diane Draganescu (Devon, PA )

January 17, 2006
I miss you Patti, so much. Don’t know where else to write this. Love you lots.
Tara
Tara Warner (Glenolden, PA )
January 13, 2006
I miss you sooo much Patti. Gosh life is so empty without you. Wish you were here…I have soooo much to tell you. It’s not the same without you. Love you and miss you lots.
Tara
Tara Warner (Glenolden, PA )
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January 8, 2006

Renee Kozlowski (Bear, DE )
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December 27, 2005
Although I didn’t know Patti that long, I can honestly say that I’m grateful for the time I had with her as a friend. Her honest love of life and her obvious happiness and joy at being Isabella’s mother are what made her such a remarkable woman and such a warm, compassionate friend. I was very lucky to have met her when I did and will be forever grateful for the friendship she gave me. Her courage and determination were all part of the amazing person she was. I will truly miss her.
Anna-Christine Broderick (Prospect Park, PA )
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December 21, 2005
I met Patti through Tara about a year ago. Patti had such a passion for life and a warm heart for everyone she knew. I am very thankful I got to know her. My thoughts to her family for a blessed holiday and a bright new year with Isabella.
Sue Kalinowski (Glenolden, PA )
December 20, 2005
Gina,
Thank you for sharing the story of Isabella. I miss her dearly. I am so happy that your family is getting to enjoy her. Please hold her close for all of us as we miss her and her wonderful mommy during these tough holidays. Kids are so resiliant, it’s amazing but I know she will never forget the best mommy in the world. Thank god Isabella had Patti for a mommy. Tommy told me today that Isabella was the prettiest girl in his class It made me smile, already a looker. I love her so much, tell her tommy and tara said hi. I would love to see her when you guys have time. I totally understand it’s limited but would love to be a part for about an hour. Let me know when your ready. I cannot wait to kiss her and hug her so tight. Tommy says he misses her everyday.
Take care,
Tara
Tara Warner (Glenolden, PA )
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December 19, 2005
I got to spend some time with Isabella this weekend while she was over my house baking cookies. She saw the picture of Patti, Barb, Pete, and I from the wedding and was looking at it for 15 minutes. She asked for more pictures of her mom and I got out the photo albums from the wedding and the poster boards from the funeral. My mom and I both lost at times; I feel so sad for Isabella and can’t imagine what she’s feeling. But Isabella is very strong. Her eyes teared up a couple of times, but she ended up making us feel better when she laughed at some of the funny pictures from when Patti was little. Isabella is more and more like Patti every time I’m with her. Much like how Patti was, Isabella kept us upbeat and strong. She is a remarkable little girl and will make Patti proud.
I miss Patti so much but I find inspiration in the woman Isabella will become. We must focus our love for Patti on Isabella.
Much love and gratitude for Patti’s friends who have been incredibly supportive and caring; and for those who have shared their warm thoughts of Patti here in this guest book. Isabella will read these someday and it will be a wonderful tribute to her mother.
I love you always, Patti, forever my sister and friend.
Gina Vigilante (Conshohocken, PA )
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December 18, 2005
I had the pleasure of knowing Patty through a few of her closest friends. I do not measure a person’s success by what type of job he/she holds or what kind of money she/he makes–I measure success by the amount of joy, love, hope, and inspiration one spreads while on this earth. From knowing Patty and reading all the remarks put in her guest book, I’d state that she was extremely successful, indeed!!
Here’s to you Patty!! I know you’re watching down on us and storming heaven with all best wishes and blessings for your friends and family!!
patty murphy (voorhees, NJ )
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December 16, 2005
I had the pleasure of meeting Patti through Tara about a year ago picking Isabella and Tommy up at the bus stop. Patti was so much fun to be around, what a beautiful person inside and out. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Danielle Gorman (Prospect Park, PA )
December 16, 2005
Where do I begin? Patti and I have spent a lifetime together. Best friends since 1st grade. Patti was the sister that I never had. We shared everything together. No matter what was going on in our lives she was always there for me. Patti was my rock and inspiration. She pushed me to do things that I would never do on my own. The happiest times of my life are the times I spent with Patti. Patti was such a remarkable person, she enjoyed life to its fullest and the best part of her life was being a mother. She loved Isabella so much and always wanted the very best for her. The love for her daughter was the one thing that made her fight the cancer battle. I will miss Patti more than anything in this world. Some day I will meet her on the beach! I love you!
Jeanette Kwiatkowski (Glenolden, PA )
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Guest Book for
Patricia Marie Crispino

September 27, 2006
Dear Patti.

It’s taken me a long time to write this, not because I didn’t know what to say, but because I didn’t know where to begin.

Our second daughter, Juliana Rose, was born on January 9th; 3 years and 4 days after Melanie. Juliana has a quiet and pleasant disposition. she looks just like me when I was her age. It’s unnnerving. Her beautiful big sister is a tightly wound firecracker, full of fun, often demanding, quite crazy. Robyn’s son, Brett, made his arrival shortly after Juliana. Too early to say if he’s going to be a chop off the old block just yet.

Our family went to North Wildwood for a week in August. I rode my new bike the length of the boardwalk every morning and into Wildwood Crest. The stretch of beach by the fishing pier was normally empty at that time of the morning, not like the occasion of your surprise party on the beach the previous summer.

U2 have been in a London studio recently, but The Edge claimed that they were just messing around having fun and that a new album is a long way off.

Remember when I told you before your surgery that I love you, well, it’s still true and I’m thinking of you and Isabella.

Love Ron, Donna, Melanie, & Juliana
Ron Grainger (Voorhees, NJ )
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July 28, 2006
I love you and miss you.
Chuck Johnson (Patti-ville, PA )
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July 28, 2006
Here’s an email Patti sent me on 9/22/2005. She’s the BEST! I’m blessed to of had her in my life. I miss all of you. —–email—–
Chuckie,
gt;How many USAir dividend miles do you have? Are you making sure to get credit for your trips?
If you give me your number I can make sure.
I have enough miles for a free Carribean flight - you need 25000 for travel up to 11/14/2005 or 30,000 for travel up to april 2006.

I bet between the two of us we could fly to St Thomas for free….Let’s go.
Oops! Didn’t mean to put you on the spot about making plans, but you know if you want to go anywhere in life (not just travel) it’s best to have a plan. Something else to work on.
I know you will be able to do it once you get yourself separated from the negativism in your life.

Remember, you’re the best and don’t let anyone tell you differently. Have them call me if they want to discuss…NOT!

Love ya,
Patti
Chuck Johnson (Summerville, SC )
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March 4, 2006
Hi from Scotland
This is how I always started my letters or e-mail to Patti.
Patti and I started writing to each other when we were about 11 or 12 years old. It all started through a pal of mine by writting to a tv program for a penpal the only thing was that my pal gave up on the penpal idea and asked me would I like to carry on writting to Patti and I said yes. How wrong was my pal on giving up on this friendship.
Patti was a good friend I would say a true friend. It is true what you all have been saying about Patti she was a strong person she loved life she was fool of life always planing ahead, if you felt down she would make you laugh about something and it would perk you up again. She always used to say to me make time for each other life is to short, how write she was. Patti and I met up in Edinburgh, I think we were 21 years old along with Patti was her cousin Laurie with me was my boyfriend David now my husband. It took me a long time to convince David to go to America infact 20 years but we made it in 2004. You have no idea how glad I did, meeting up with Patti was
great meeting Laurie again and all Patti,s family and friends and of course Isabella Patti,s double she is so like her. Strong and I think will make most of life just like her mum.

Patti I miss you lots miss your e-mails phone calls. Always in my thoughts everyday.

Love Joy and David Miller
Joy Miller (Scotland)
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February 25, 2006
dear Patti
I just wanted to ask you to look out for my sister Cindy, she died on wednesday night, and I was with her, I told her to look for you, and I told her you both could be at the beach and laugh, the beach was her favorite place too.she was only 43, so you were just about the same age. I hope you see her and take her under your wing like you did to everyone, you looked out for everyone, I hope you see her, and tell her I love her, and remember ,I love you too, Lisa
lisa mcgowan (glenolden, PA )
February 22, 2006
Patti,
Each day grows harder and more vivid. I dream about you every night. I miss you sooooo much. I love you.
Tara (PA )
February 20, 2006
Patti,
Please help me. I want to talk to you so much. You would help me to feel better and cheer me up.
I miss you so much.
Gina Vigilante (Conshohocken, PA )
February 9, 2006
Hey Patti,
Forgot to mention to everyone that about a month ago, I was at work, in the copy room of all places and got the strongest scent of lavendar. I went out of the room and asked all of the girls if they had flowers. Everyone looked at me as if I were nuts. I smelled them, I know it was you. Thank you for giving me a part of your spirit. I really needed it. I know your still around, I just miss you so much with your house sitting empty, it was always so alive when you were here. I am trying to go and visit Chuck, he is having a hard time but he knows you are watching over him too. I miss you and not a day goes by that I don’t think of you.
Love Always,
Tara
P.S. Hi Tony and Gina!!
Tara Warner (Glenolden, PA )
February 8, 2006
Dear Patti,
It was 3 months ago today that you passed and it is still so difficult not having you here. So many times I have picked up the phone to call you or wanted to go visit you. I miss you so much and it hurts really bad. I don’t think it’s ever going to get any easier. I know it’s selfish still wanting you to be alive because you were in so much pain and suffered so greatly but I wish I could see you now, even if it was only for a few minutes. I do feel your presence in my life every now and then. I see 11’s all the time on the clock! And I’ve had a few dreams you’ve been in. I believe that you’re alright now and watching over us all. I can’t wait for the day when I will be able to see you again.
I also wanted to tell you that we’re taking care of Isabella and you did a really good job protecting her interests. Every time I see Isabella she amazes me and I of how proud you would be of her. She is so much like you it’s almost scary sometimes. She is so determined and smart. I know you are the best guardian angel any child could have! Isabella really misses you, as we all do. She loves looking at your pictures and talking about you. She definitely helps us to focus on the good memories we have of you.
Patti, I love you and miss you so much.
Love, Your little sister Gina
Gina Vigilante (Conshohocken, PA )
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January 28, 2006
Dear Patty, I’ve been thinking about you alot, the thing thats stuck in my head most was our last conversation, I held your hand and I was crying alittle, trying to be strong and not show you tears, but you looked at me and smiled,and told me to get married, you were so happy we FINALLY set the date! You told me to be good to Jeff and be good to myself, I told you I loved you and that you loved me too, you squeezed my hand and smiled, I gave you a kiss on your head, you asked me to remember you, I will never forget you Patty. I went over your mom’s house last night and I saw Isabella, she looked great! she played with joeyfor over an hour, and I talked with alberta, and laughed alittle, she pulled out A BUNCH of pictures of you, and it was nice to see you smiling and loving life like you did. I kissed up Isabells alot!! and told her we will go to Chuck E Cheese next time she’s here, she was sooo happy. I was happy seeing you in her eyes. I love and miss you VERY MUCH!!!!! see ya girl. Lisa
lisa mcgowan (glenolden, PA )

Goodwill just recently did major renovations to our office building and along with the renovations employees were able to purchase bricks for the employee entrance. Attached is a brick I purchased in Patti’s memory. I thought you would like to see the brick that was just laid today in our walkway. As you know Patti was very special to me and my family I have always thought of her as my sister, I will love and miss her forever.

Please see the Brick in Patti’s Gallery under the 2006 Making Strides album. Jeanette and our Goodwill friends are depicted to the left of the group photo.

With Love from Jeanette

Hi All,
Hope everyone is doing well. It’s hard to believe that this week is Patti’s birthday, and even harder to imagine celebrating it without her. As stated at the funeral, family and friends are welcome to come together Nov 2 at Barnaby’s restaurant on MacDade Blvd in Holmes to support one another, re-live fond memories, and “catch up” with people in Patti’s network.

My intention was to rent a private room at Barnaby’s. Unfortunately they rent every night but Thurs because it’s their Office Party night so this reunion is scheduled as an office party under “Barb Robinson”. Barnaby’s will be serving free hors d’oeuvres, $1 drinks and draughts from 6-8pm.

I realize it’s a weeknight and many people live quite a distance away. If you can’t come, feel free to post a note on patticrispino.com and let us know what you’ve been up to or any thoughts/memories you have.

I hope everyone can come. See you Thursday. Barb

PS I only have a few email addresses. Please forward to any others that you might have.

Over 5,000 Walkers and Runners participated in today’s event. Pics are posted in Patti’s Gallery.

Thank you.

Patti’s Dad