I've thought of Hubba Hubba many times over the years and, while watching an old Hollywood movie last night, I was reminded of it again. This prompted me to look up the store as I have done in the past and was sad to see it has permanently closed now. I then found this with some more searching and am even sadder to see this. I visited Hubba Hubba only once, while on vacation about 8 years ago, and you can see how great that experience was that I remember it so many years later. I still have the beautiful blue business card Pat gave me in my wallet. I still have all the gorgeous vintage clothes, nightgowns, and clip-on earrings I got there. To this day (and I do a lot of thrifting), her store had the best selection hands down. It was also quite the experience with her chatting us up and suggesting more and more things to buy. She was clearly unique, bold, passionate, and a total spitfire. I hope someone else picks up the torch of her store and doesn't let that love for vintage go! I know it's been years but I hope this message reaches her loved ones somehow and let's you all know how even a small moment can stay with you years later and how her and her business touched people from all over. Truly sorry for your loss and I will think of her and Hubba Hubba every time I put on those clothes and jewelry ♥

We loved Pat and are sorry to hear of her passing. We would love to attend any celebration. Please contact us if there’s something in the works! Wendy and Jennie Atwood 661-706-5289 or 805-492-1553

I am stunned and saddened at the news of Pat’s passing. It’s been a year now with Covid keeping me on the east coast.  We had kept in touch on and off throughout the last few years.  While cleaning through some production books today I came across another review she had written  on one of my shows and I thought “let me call Pat, it’s been too long.” Oh how I dreaded hearing that “this number is disconnected message.”   Tears flow a year later and belated heartfelt condolences for her family.

I met Pat back in 2000 when she would frequent restaurants where my band played. She was there to review me. We became fast friends. I love her spunk, her wit, her bright eyes and husky voice. I will forever cherish the Bakelite bangle bracelet she  gifted me.  Her passion for vintage clothing and accessories was contagious. 
My heart goes out to her family.  May she rest in peace and always find something  fun to wear with the Angels above. Love you near or far ol friend❤️🙏❤️

I was so sorry to hear this news today . I have known Pat and her family for many many years as we lived On the same  street years ago. I used to babysit Dana & Jeff. Throughout  the years I stayed in touch with Pat, saw her in her shop or at neighbor garage sales . She was a very special and talented woman .
Dana & Jeff I  am so sorry for your loss. 
Pat was one of a kind and will be missed by all that knew her .  
Love Shirley 

I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of such a wonderful and talented friend.  Much love to your family Pat and Thank You for being a part of my life growing up.  
Peace,
Lauri Hanks -Howes 

I miss you everyday Pat. Love you so much.

I'm so incredibly sorry to hear of Pat's passing.  I first met Pat back in the mid 80's when I was with our band Animotion.  Pat was always so wonderful to us and we just loved the hell out of her and her store Hubba Hubba!  Pat was always such a fabulous firecracker of a girl and I loved how she lit up any room she entered.  To say she'll be missed is an enormous understatement.  God bless her.  Please know I send my best thoughts and love to her family.

Just today I found out of Pats passing was so sad to hear about it I know she was struggling lately with ailments and head closer their store I first met Pat 35-40 years ago in Studio City when she was selling her clothes door to door I worked at a store called Wisper on Ventura Boulevard owned bye Clair de Line she was a character so innovative and hard-working last saw her Pasadena City College flea market  Her and Peter came to my wedding back in 1987 my husband was a musician as was he they were friends we were friends so sad you're gone it was nice knowing you

I knew Pat from her store and working at the newspaper. Never met anyone like her. She was definitely one of a kind.  I always envied her energy and her natural ability to talk and get to know anyone she met. My niece purchased a dress at her store one time and Pat quickly picked out the perfect accessories to go with it.  She was a multi talented woman. Sincere condolences to her family.

My condolences to Pat's family.
I met Pat in the early 70s when I lived on Fairview.  I babysat Dana and Jeff and thought Pat was the coolest hippie ever.  May you rest in peace Pat. 
Donna Lawler Jordan 

How can I describe my 50 year friendship with Pat Taylor? Lots of laughs and lots of music amidst talented people would be at the center. That being said..she was always in the center of it all. She was a force of nature plain and simple. 
She lived life on her terms and I was privileged to be part of it. 
Thanks for the ride dear one. 
See you on the other side. 

Pat was one of the most "colorful" characters around! It was always great to see her attending many of the theater plays that would perform in the Los Angeles region. She was also an expect in vintage clothing, always ready to assist an art director or costuming designer picking out outfits for the many period TV series and feature films that was being shot around town!

She will be dearfully missed!

I am heartbroken to hear of one my best, true friend, Pat Taylor's passing. I have so many unforgettable memories of her and the wonderful times we have had together for years.  I met Pat and her Mom years ago while I was singing with my brother Richard at the Smoke House years ago.  We became instant friends and hung out together, shopped together, traveled together, laughed and cried together for years.    I know she has not been well for some time, and my only consolation is she is no longer suffering. I will miss her beyond words... Pat has left me a trail of beautiful memories which I will always cherish. My heartfelt condolences to Dana, Jeff, and family.  Rest in Peace my dear special friend.

Pat was one of the craziest and most vivacious women I had ever met in my life. I knew Pat because I worked at the newspaper for many years.  She was unabashedly honest, funny, loud, but cared about people to their core. Unfortunately due to Covid, I had been unable to visit but I would call and we would talk for a little. I’m sad that she is gone but I know she had been struggling for a while, and had not been feeling well, so she’s no longer afraid, and that gives me peace. 
I will never forget Pat, and I send condolences to her family, especially her daughter and granddaughter. 💕

I have too many memories to share. Pat was my second Mom. I met her when I was 15 years old. She saw the less than ideal home situation I was in and took me under her wing. We were friends for 30 years. We went out, laughed, saw plays, went to events, watched movies at her house, went to great restaurants, or just sat at her kitchen table and talked about life. She was more than a friend, she was my mentor, mama, and life guide. I will miss her greatly. 

Pat was a ball of fire. I can't tell you how many dinners out we had where half the folks at other tables would end up at ours. She was in her element in her store. That when Pat was Pat. She was the best salesperson on earth. But she also wanted you to look great. She was one of a kind. I love you Pat. 

A friend of Pat’s invited me along with Pat to an opening night of a production of the Rubicon Theater in Ventura. This included attending an Opening Night Gala at great restaurant in Downtown Ventura.  

The play was excellent, as Pat had predicted. Her informal commentary between acts was spot on. Her expectation that it would be  excellent overall was confirmed. 

At the post production gala, she made sure that I felt included, even though I was new to her, and to the Rubicon insiders.

I met her just that one night, but I left knowing that she was both a great person and a talented critic of live performance. 

Bon voyage, Pat. I know your next journey will be as blessed by you as the one you are leaving. 

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Patricia Lynne Taylor

27 May, 1944 – 18 June, 2020

Valley Funeral Home

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