Obituary of Patsy Ann Huffman

HUFFMAN, Patsy Ann (Patt) - A woman who supported and influenced each of her family members with her generous and warm caring soul, passed away on August 28, 2015. Patt was born on September 26, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan, and is predeceased by her husband, Douglas (Ross) Huffman, her parents, George and Gladys Hooper (Westland), and siblings, George, Jack, and Elizabeth. Patt celebrated 88 wonderfully fulfilled years of life and will be deeply missed by all. Following a magnificent childhood, Patt attended college in New York State for fashion and merchandising, which led to a lifelong love and appreciation for clothing and shopping. After he caught her eye at the Rondeau Dance Hall in the summer of 1945, Patt married Ross Huffman in 1947. Together they built a successful farming operation in Harwich Township, raised 5 daughters and enjoyed a life filled with family events and travel. After Ross retired from farming, they resided together in Highbanks, and following Ross' passing, Patt moved to Caleb Village in Chatham. The family would like to think that their beautiful 'Lady in Red' continues to dance in spirit beside each family member; 5 daughters Sandy, Sharon, Sue, Sally, and Shelley along with their spouses, 11 grandchildren and their spouses, and 9 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park Street, Blenheim, on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A service to celebrate and honour Patt will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at 11am. A private family interment will be held later in the day. Donations in Patt's memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com McKinlay Funeral Home 141 Park Street, Blenheim 519-676-3451