In loving memory of Patricia Tufano - Obituary Baldwin Brothers

Obituary

Patricia (Patty) Kramer Lewis Tufano passed away peacefully on December 10, 2023 surrounded by her family and friends. She was born in Barberton, Ohio to James and Esther Kramer and moved to Florida in 1979. She studied at Daytona Beach Community College(DBCC), now Daytona State College(DBS) and received her AS degree in Emergency Medical Services(EMS) and General Education. She also received her AS to become a Registered Nurse. She worked at EVAC Ambulance as an EMT/Paramedic from 1985-1999 before starting her RN career at Halifax Hospital until 2010; and then Bert Fish/Advent until she retired in 2019. She was dedicated to helping others and felt it was her calling to continue her next mission.
Patty then began working the job of her heart at St. Alphonus Villa, a home for retired Redemptorist priests. She continued her until her full retirement in 2021. Patty was a faithful member of the Epiphany Church and volunteered at the Epiphany Food Pantry, was a valuable member of the Eucharistic Ministry and Healing Ministry to include Adoration.
Patty is predeceased by her parents James and Esther Kramer, her first husband Eric D Lewis; her brother Edward Kramer, and Zachary Kramer. Patty is survived by her loving husband Richard Tufano of 35 years; daughters Chrystal Anest (Steve); Stacey Washington(Chris); brothers Jim Kramer(Dawn);David Kramer(Debbie) and sister Pam Solars(Mark); her grandchildren Bree-Anna Warton; Trevor Tufano; and Karissa and Shiann Washington. She has 5 nieces and 3 nephews.
Patty is also survived by her best friends Debbie Smith and Maureen Jarrell; all the Healing Ministry, Eucharistic Ministers, and friends past and present.
She will be remembered by many for her mentorship to others regardless of whether it be education or faith based, quick wit, and a smile that lit up the room when she walked in.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on January 6, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Epiphany Catholic Church located at 201 Lafayette St in Port Orange. A reception will follow in the Parish Center.
I lieu of flowers Patty would like any donation to be sent to her favorite charity of your choice:
The Gabriel House(Mayo Clinic)- 4599 Worrall Way Jacksonville, Fl 32224
Epiphany Church Food Pantry-201 Lafayette St Port Orange, Fl
Halifax Hospice- Halifax Health-Hospice, Fund Development 3800 Woodbriar Trail Port Orange, Fl 32129: or donate online.