Patricia A. (McGowan) Ditze, of Easton, PA passed away peacefully, Thursday, September 25, 2014 at St. Luke’s University Hospital, Fountain Hill, PA .
Born Patricia Ann McGowan, September 30, 1941 in Easton, PA she was the daughter of the late Martin J. and Gladys (Stone) McGowan and the loving wife of David M. Ditze for 43 years.
Pat graduated with the second graduating class of Notre Dame HS, Bethlehem Twp., PA. She continued her education at Marywood College, Scranton, PA receiving her BS in Home Economics. Over the course of her career as an educator, she was employed by the Phillipsburg School District, Delaware Valley School district, and Bethlehem Kids Peace. She also taught tailoring in the evening to adults, was the Saturday afternoon Bier Fraulein at Which Brew House of Food and Spirits, supervised playgrounds, including the playground called her home. Pat was the mother of 5 girls, grandmother to one grandson, and aunt to nieces and nephews. She was a caring, loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She had a wonderful sense of humor that her husband admired, children inherited and friends shared. Her family and all who knew her will miss her strength, courage, patience, support, encouragement, and thoughtfulness.
She is survived by her husband David; five daughters: Kelly-Jo of Easton, Tara-Lin of Bethlehem, Mardi-Leigh of Philadelphia, Deidre-Anne of Bethlehem, Lorna-Jean of Chicago; a brother: James T. McGowan of Wilson Borough; and grandson: Tristen Odenwelder of Easton.
A calling period will be held from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday (Sept. 30) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA.
Memorial contributions be made to the American Stroke Assoc., 968 Postal Rd., Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18109.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Don R. Burt
September 28, 2014 at 10:50 am
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. May you find comfort in your memories of the beautiful life you shared.
Kathy Lee
September 29, 2014 at 8:17 am
DiDi,
I am holding you in my heart as you go through this very difficult time! We miss your smiling face at SIS and pray that you recognize the peace that is there even in the midst of your sadness!
Love to you friend,
Kathy Lee
Michelle Peechatka
September 29, 2014 at 9:21 am
DiDi, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. With my deepest sympathy, Michelle Peechatka, SIS School Nurse
Lynn and Dale Brocker
September 29, 2014 at 8:38 pm
David and Family: We were so sorry to hear the sad news about Pat. She was a wonderful woman, and we were so glad to have known her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Amy Scheuch
October 1, 2014 at 9:48 pm
DeDe, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you and your family. Hold on to the memories and know she is with you always. XO
Prayers and Hugs, Amy
Barry & Ruth Smith
October 2, 2014 at 10:00 pm
David & Family…..We were saddened to hear of the passing of your loving wife Pat, and the mother of your wonderful daughters. Although meeting Pat only once we were left with the feeling of a warm and wonderful person. May God Bless you and all the family during your time of pain & bereavement.