PATTY'S PALMS PASS THE ROCK FOUNDATION
Patty was born on June 25, 1951, a natural creator with an extraordinary gift-she could draw and paint anything she envisioned. Art was not simply a talent for her; it was a lifelong passion and a form of love. For decades, Sundays were reserved for painting, a tradition that reflected her discipline, creativity, and belief in taking time to nurture the soul. Through her art, Patty demonstrated that creativity has the power to heal, inspire, and connect people across generations. Patty was a dedicated professional who understood the value of hard work, consistency, and service. She spent nearly 20 years working for AT&T, where she built a reputation for reliability, integrity, and commitment. Her career reflected her ability to balance professionalism with compassion-qualities that shaped both her personal and community life. In addition to her corporate career, Patty was a small business
owner and entrepreneur. For more than 10 years, she successfully operated PKC Professional Cleaning Service, demonstrating independence, discipline, and pride in her work. Through her business, Patty modeled entrepreneurship, responsibility, and self-sufficiency-values she passed on to her children and those around her. Her experience as both a corporate professional and business owner deeply informs the foundation's emphasis on life skills, leadership, and economic empowerment. At the heart of Patty's life was her family. She shared nearly 50 years of marriage with her husband, Dexter-a partnership built on love, commitment, faith, and resilience. Together, they created a home rooted in warmth, generosity, and unwavering support for others. Patty was a devoted mother to her two children Phillip and Rachel, raising them with strong values centered on compassion, perseverance, and giving back. Later in life, one of her greatest joys was becoming a grandmother to three grandchildren, whom she loved deeply and fiercely. Family was Patty's foundation, and everything she gave to the world flowed from that love. Patty's generosity extended far beyond her immediate family. In Flemington, New Jersey, her home became a gathering place for youth and community. When her younger brother's football team practiced in the backyard, Patty made sure every player was fed-hosting spaghetti dinners that became legendary. These meals were about more than food; they were about mentorship, encouragement, discipline, and belonging. Patty understood the importance of supporting young people, especially during formative years when guidance and care can change the course of a life. She lived by the principle of passing the rock" sharing what you have so others may grow. Whether through a warm meal, an open door, a listening ear, or words of encouragement, Patty gave freely and without expectation. Her life was a living example of service, humility, and quiet leadership. In Late March of 2015 Patty was diagnosed with cancer. She faced her diagnosis with remarkable strength and grace, fighting courageously. On January 20, 2016, she passed away, leaving behind a legacy defined not by loss, but by love, resilience, creativity, and service. Patty's Palms Pass the Rock Foundation was established in 2026 to honor her and to continue that legacy. The foundation is dedicated to uplifting youth and families through sports mentorship, artistic expression, and community outreach. Inspired by Patty's life, the foundation creates safe, inclusive spaces where young people and community can build confidence, character, leadership, and teamwork-on and off the courts and fields beyond the canvas. Through mentorship programs, youth sports initiatives, creative opportunities, and community support, Patty's Palms Pass the Rock Foundation continues her mission: to pass opportunity forward, strengthen families, and invest in the next generation. Patty's hands once painted, cooked, nurtured, and created. Today, her palms live on-passing the rock, passing love, and passing purpose forward for generations to come.