Patricia was born in Ozone Park, New York, on July 7, 1943, to Catherine and Pasquale Martinez. She was married to Eugene Edmund Falls on November 10, 1962, in Yonkers, New York. In 1967, they moved to South Florida where she spent her life as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a stay-at-home mother to her 5 children, all of which were proud to call her “Mom.” She was the proud grandmother of 11 grandchildren and loved spending time with every one of them.
Patricia had a passion for crafting, sewing, and stitching. She was a creative soul through and through, always wanting to bring new art into the world in many different forms. She loved to indulge herself in creating beautiful blankets and clothing for her loved ones, additionally with creating beautiful pieces which she would display in her home. She also loved playing cards, good food, and spending time with her family.
Patricia was predeceased by her husband of 43 years, Eugene Falls; her daughter, Diane Miller; her parents, Catherine and Pasquale Martinez; her brother, Richard Martinez; and her sister, Carol Brunner.
Patricia is survived by her 4 children: Thomas Falls, Barbara Hill, Kristine Morello, and Brian Falls; as well as her 11 grandchildren: Justin Miller, Felicia McBean, Jared Miller, Branden Labrador, Farah McBean, Sarah Hill, Savana Falls, Brian C. Falls, Emily Falls, Kaitlyn Falls, and Isabella Morello; and her sister Susan McCusker.
A visitation for Patricia will be held Thursday, January 6, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Kraeer Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 1 North State Road 7, Margate, FL 33063. A funeral service will occur Friday, January 7, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church, 1400 S. State Rd. 7, N. Lauderdale, FL 33068.
While flowers are welcome, the family would prefer donations be made in Patricia’s honor to the American Cancer Society.
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