Patricia Jo Alfonso

“Pat” was born in Indiana, on November 2, 1942 to the parents of Donal Waine and Helen Louise Park. She spent her younger years in Indiana, moving to Chicago in the early 1980’s with her previous husband of 38 years, Bob Oldham. Together, they raised their daughter, Sherri Calderon. In the late 90’s, the two retired to Naples, FL. She last moved to the Riverview/Tampa area where she resided with her husband, Monte Alfonso for the last several years. She purchased a cabin in Dillard, GA in 2020 where she enjoyed spending her summers with Monte and her selected family, Jim and Jeannine Ferreyra.

Pat was always full of joy with a tireless enthusiasm for life. Wherever she went she created a community of friends and family. Anyone who knew her would describe her as a wonderful person with a caring heart. Always impeccably dressed, her unforgettable smile illuminated any room she entered.

Pat is survived by her husband, Monte Alfonso, devoted daughter and son-in-law, Sherri and Manny Calderon; grandchildren she adored, Amanda Vazquez, Monica and Joel Radd, and her “special” boys Tyler and Noah Calderon. She was blessed with two great- grandchildren, Micah and Emmy Radd ; a step daughter, Shannon Alfonso; step grandchildren Eva and Beto Rodriguez; and lastly her cats Missy and Sox.

A private ceremony will be held for Pat’s family on Thursday, December 8th. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Anyone who knew her, knows, Pat’s love for animals. Those wishing to honor her memory are encouraged to make a donation in her memory to FishHawk TNR, First Ladies Farm, or any other cat rescue of choice. www.facebook.com/FishHawkTNR or https://firstladiesfarm.com/donate