Patricia A. Razook
a 43 year resident of Arlington Heights
Patricia A. Razook was born on December 6, 1935
in Detroit, MI to Edgar and Elizabeth (nee
Smith) Wells. She died Thursday, January 24,
2013 in Arlington Heights.
Patricia's three year battle with cancer was
full of pain and indignities. Her quiet,
graceful courage inspired us. Her ability to
say, "I'm fine, don't worry" was said to comfort
her children. She never missed an opportunity to
smile at us, despite the insidious ravages
heaped upon her. Patricia's life goal, like most
Moms, was to make sure that her kids were safe
and happy. She gets an A+ in this department.
Patricia's children played a part in making
Patricia feel loved and adored. Beth's abilities
in handling medical matters, and selfless
devotion to Mom's every need, were immeasurable.
Tom's faithful three year commitment to never
miss getting Patricia to treatments and doctor's
visits played a huge role in our journey.
Vickie's delicious treats and her creative
loving crafts were always present to inspire,
delight and nourish. Michael did what he does
best, by keeping himself well fed. He was always
available to make a pizza run for the rest of
the crew.
Nurses' kindness, doctors' efforts, neighbors'
concerns, eased our family. The phrase, "It
takes a village" pertains to our past three
years.
Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage
is a little voice at the end of day that says, "
I'll try again tomorrow". Mary Anne Radamacher
Patricia is survived by her children, Michael R.
Jackman, Vickie L. (Edward) McCaffrey, and Beth
Ann J. (Tom McGoorty) Razook; Grandchildren,
Morgan McCaffrey, Bailey McCaffrey, and Sawyer
McCaffrey. Life-long friend, Bea Gardner, to
whom the phone company owes a debt of gratitude.
and dear friend of 20 years, Leonard Gross.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband,
Joseph H. Razook, in 1992; and her parents.
Funeral Services and entombment for Patricia
were private.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to St.
Jude Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142,
Memphis, TN 38148-0142. and Wheeling Township
Food Pantry, 1616 North Arlington Heights Road,
Arlington Heights, IL 60004.
Glueckert Funeral Home
(847) 253-0168
1520 North Arlington Heights
Road
Arlington Heights, IL 60004