Thelma C. Pat Bryington

Thelma Catherine "Pat" Bryington, 93, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all, of Gifford, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2014 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born November 5, 1920 in St. Mary's she was a daughter of the late Frederick and Beatrice (Baumgratz) Loichinger.

She was raised in Kane and attended Kane High School and worked at the Kane Shirt Factory.

On February 2, 1946 at St. Callistus Church in Kane she married Harry A. Bryington, who died on August 12, 1975.

After WWII she moved to Gifford and raised her family like the TV show Leave it to Beaver. She was a great cook, and appreciated her neighbors for all they have done for her over the last few years. She loved her Lord as well as the town of Gifford.

She was employed as a seamstress at Jaguar Manufacturing from the age of 54 until she retired at the age of 70.

She was the treasurer and last living member of the Mt. Alton Rosary Alter Society.

Surviving are two daughters, Bonita (Gary A.) Leet, of Gifford, Pamela (Rick) Elliott-Burdick, of Black Creek NY, one son, Clifford J. "Kip" Bryington, of Bradford, one sister, Mildred Schodt, of Erie, 7 grandchildren Gary C. (Tina) Leet, Patti Ann (Emery) Lewis, April (Andy) Fisher, Cindy Bryington, Michael Elliott, Jacqulene Elliott, Bradley (Samantha) Leet, 4 step grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 2 step great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one daughter in law Connie Bryington, one grandson Harry James Bryington and one infant brother Robert Loichinger.

Family will be receiving friends Tuesday April 15, 2014 from 3-5pm & 7-9pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. South Ave., where funeral and committal services will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday with Rev. Raymond Gramata, pastor officiating. Burial will be in Oakmont Cemetery in Ridgeway.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Hilltop Volunteer Fire Department, the SPCA or the charity of the donors choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

372 East Main St • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Such a sad loss for her family, friends and community. Mrs. Bryington was one of the most genuine, kindest women I've ever known. Love to and prayers for Bonnie, Pam, and all who have had the joy of her for all her years and are knowing a void without her. Be comforted by great memories and the hope we have of meeting again.
— Mischelle

I am sorry for everyones loss. Pat was a one of a kind person, who am I going to call and talk to and wish her Happy Birthday. I am going to miss her a lot, I met her when she came to work at Jaguar and we started a great friendship,she would bring candy for my kids because they used to stop at the plant and walk home with me. You all had a great mom, grandma, and greatgrandma, she loved all of you. She is pain free, and with her family members that she has lost in her life. I have her smile, and her peppy voice and her great friendship to remember. Rest in Peace Pat. Love you and will miss you. Susie
— Sue Work

My sympathies go out to the entire family! Grandma Pat was a wonderful lady and I am so glad I was able to know her! Lindsey loved her great grandmother and I am so happy that she was a part of her life for 15 years! May she rest with the Lord.
— Pattie Fitzsimmons

As a child, I was friends with Bonnie and I so admired Pat. What a beautiful and loving person she was. My condolences to her family,
— Ellen (Songer)Tingley

Sorry to hear about Pat will always remember going to her house with my sister for lunch. she will be missed.
— barb causer

Condolences

  • Such a sad loss for her family, friends and community. Mrs. Bryington was one of the most genuine, kindest women I've ever known. Love to and prayers for Bonnie, Pam, and all who have had the joy of her for all her years and are knowing a void without her. Be comforted by great memories and the hope we have of meeting again.

    — Mischelle
  • I am sorry for everyones loss. Pat was a one of a kind person, who am I going to call and talk to and wish her Happy Birthday. I am going to miss her a lot, I met her when she came to work at Jaguar and we started a great friendship,she would bring candy for my kids because they used to stop at the plant and walk home with me. You all had a great mom, grandma, and greatgrandma, she loved all of you. She is pain free, and with her family members that she has lost in her life. I have her smile, and her peppy voice and her great friendship to remember. Rest in Peace Pat. Love you and will miss you. Susie

    — Sue Work
  • My sympathies go out to the entire family! Grandma Pat was a wonderful lady and I am so glad I was able to know her! Lindsey loved her great grandmother and I am so happy that she was a part of her life for 15 years! May she rest with the Lord.

    — Pattie Fitzsimmons
  • As a child, I was friends with Bonnie and I so admired Pat. What a beautiful and loving person she was. My condolences to her family,

    — Ellen (Songer)Tingley
  • Sorry to hear about Pat will always remember going to her house with my sister for lunch. she will be missed.

    — barb causer