Sunday, September 23, 2018
Through my long childhood friendship with her son Richie, Emma Patanella was a shining bright spot in my childhood. She was the "second mother" who I wished was my first. She combined mothers from "Leave It To Beaver", "The Donna Reed Show" and "Father Knows Best", welcoming me and treating me with great kindness. I am glad she had a long life, got to know her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was able to be with her family. May she rest in peace.
