Patricia Elaine "Pat" Gillen
October 19, 1940 ~ March 6, 2011
Fairburn Southern Cremations & Funerals
PATRICIA (Pat) GILLEN FAIRBURN, GA - Patricia (Pat) Elaine Schwartz Gillen, 70, formerly of Woodworth, Ohio, died Sunday morning. Pat was born October 19, 1940 in Youngstown, a Daughter of Edward and Avella Hill Schwartz. She was a 1958 graduate of Boardman High School. Pat worked as a dispatcher for Beaver Township Police Department before moving to the Atlanta, GA area 29 years ago. While in Atlanta, Pat worked for Zachry, Kuppenheimer, and C.R.T., retiring in 2002. Pat was a member of the Woodworth Church of the Brethren in Ohio. She was active in Beaver Township Little League baseball, and was a 4-H advisor for 10 years. Pat was an avid fan of Johnny Cash, and was the coordinator of CASHBASH since its inception in 2000. She leaves to forever cherish her loving memory but rejoice in her peace, her devoted husband of 51 years, Robert Gillen, to whom she was married on March 5, 1959; her children, Edward (Renee) Gillen of Fairburn, GA, Colleen Fleury of Moreland, GA and Kevin Gillen (Avi Waring) of Wolcott, VT; and grandchildren Nicole (Chris) Coughlin of Alpharetta, GA, Ryan Gillen of Kennesaw, GA, Courtney Fleury of Moreland, GA and Jas Zendik of Wolcott, VT; sisters, Retta Beight, Marcia (Michael) D'Amico and Denise (Robert) Collingwood and a brother Evan (Patty) Schwartz. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Muriel Pugh and a brother-in-law, Nevin Beight. Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E Western Reserve Rd., Youngstown, OH 44514 or The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, PO Box 111, Hiltons, VA 24258. Friends may visit the family from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at the funeral home. The service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at 3:30 pm. Rev. Kimberly Schmitt will officiate. Interment will follow at Holly Hill Memorial Park. Holly Hill Funeral Home 431 SW Broad Street, Fairburn, GA 30213 is in charge of these arrangement's. . Visitation DetailsTuesday, March 8th, 2011, 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Holly Hill Funeral Home Service DetailsWednesday, March 9th, 2011, 3:30pm, Holly Hill Funeral Home Chapel Interment DetailsHolly Hill Memorial Park
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Oh, Dear Pat, I feel so grateful for having a chance to know you, a lady of great and loving heart, always caring for others, a sunshine for everyone.
We did not know of Pat’s passing until we saw it on the internet after her service. We are so sorry. The last time I spoke with her she told me she was having a lot of health issues. We remember with great fondness the times we had with your family there in Fairburn. Please know of our love for all of you and our sincerest sympathy in the passing of a great lady, Pat. God bless you at this time and we have you in our hearts and prayers.
Some of my happiest childhood memories were spent with Aunt Pat and Uncle Bob. We were very sad to hear of Aunt Pat’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Please accept my condolences on behalf of all of Pat’s friends here at the Beaver Police Department. Us “old timers” fondly remember Pat and her steadfast dedication to the Beaver PD and the residents of Beaver Township. Carl N. Frost Chief of Police
My dear friend of many years has traveled her last mile home. Pat will leave so many good memories of her past. We now look forward to seeing her in that eternal home. May comfort be with each family member at this time. Bob keep on keeping on.
My love and sincere condolences to the family of my Aunt Pat. I remember my Aunt Pat and family with love and all the afternoons at the farm sitting around Grandma and Grandpa’s kitchen table. My love and heart goes out to each and every one of you and wish I could be there in your time of need. I love you all. Uncle Bob, I wish I could give you a big hug. Bobbi Jo and family
I knew Pat only for a short time (since 2008) and from a great distance (Australia). Pat has always been unfailingly warm, welcoming, gracious and lovely. I have cherished her friendship as a fellow Johnny Cash fan. Pat always showed the greatest of care for her friends old and new. I am deeply honored to have been able to call her friend. I am so sad to read of her passing and my thoughts and prayers are with Pat’s family and friends. I know Pat is happy with God in heaven but we will miss her so much down here. I know the Circle will be unbroken. Thank you PatGee from the bottom of my heart.
Pat was one of the finest ladies I have ever known. No matter what she was dealing with, she always had strength to help others, with compassion and honesty. If there was a job to be done, Pat was right there, never afraid to dig in. She stood up for what is right and would tell you when it was wrong. I was blessed to call Pat my dear friend for the past 15 years. She will be missed so much, by so many, but God has brought another great soul home. I love you, Lady. alohahahaha 🙂 Suzi
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. I will miss the e-mails Pat sent and many chats we had on the computer.
Pat, you will be missed but will always be in my heart