January 12, 1933 - January 14, 2025
Patricia Ellen Marsh, 92, of Casa Grande, Arizona, passed away on January 14, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on January 12, 1933, in Beverly, Massachusetts, Patricia was the cherished only child of John and Angeline Marsh and grew up in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Some of her fondest childhood memories included summers on Plum Island and milkshakes at her Uncle Nick’s Fowle’s soda shop.
Patricia married her first husband, Ernest Barry, and together had 16 children, raising them in California. She worked as a medical assistant for many years, and was also a small business owner. In her later years, she kept busy with various jobs, enjoying the social interactions and extra income it provided. In 1993, Patricia married her second husband, Sy Silva. Together, they enjoyed many happy years, living in California and Las Vegas before retiring to Arizona to be near family.
Above all, Patricia’s greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished family traditions and took every opportunity to be present for special moments. Whether hosting or attending gatherings or events, chatting on the phone, or sending thoughtful notes and trinkets to her grandchildren, she always found ways to stay connected.
Patricia also enjoyed cooking, puzzles, card games, gardening, and visits to the local casino. She was a steady supporter of charitable organizations. She approached life with gratitude and saw every day as an opportunity, always taking the time to express appreciation, even for the smallest gestures, including with heartfelt thank-you notes. Patricia was known for her kindness, and unwavering faith in the goodness of people. She had a sharp memory, was a good listener and an engaging conversationalist.
She is preceded in death by her parents, former husband Ernest Barry, son David, daughters Marianna and Stephanie, daughter-in-law Teri Edstrom, and grandson Blake Barry. She is survived by her husband, Sylvester Silva; her 12 children—Chris, Mark, Phil, Andrew, Susan, Kathryn, Brian, Kevin, Michael, Ellen, Diana, and Jonathan—and their spouses; 32 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Patricia was a person of faith who believed that she would someday go on to her greater reward. Our matriarch will be dearly missed and her absence will be profoundly felt.
Patricia will be laid to rest beside her daughter, Stephanie Wills, at Cherokee Memorial Cemetery in Lodi, California.
Per the request of the family, services for Patricia Marsh will be held privately through Cherokee Memorial.
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