Published in Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin on Dec. 25, 2016
Binghamton, NY


Patricia (West) Strait 76, of West Corners, formally from Archbald/Montrose PA.

Became an Angel on Thursday, December 22, 2016, after a brief battle with cancer.

She is survived by her loving Son, Robert F, Daughter Cindy (Fred) Alexander and Donna(Leo) Muckey. Grandchildren, Jason Muckey, Jamie (Muckey) Corson, Sarah (Alexander) Corwin, Nicholas Alexander (his wife Melinda), Great Grandchildren Mackenzie (Muckey) Clancy ,Hannah (Muckey) Corson, Brayden and Weston Alexander. 11 Loving and Caring Brothers and Sisters and their families; Joan Muchal, Bobby West, Paul West, Beverly O'Dowd ,Dianne Reilly, Larry West, Donny West ,Elaine Motts, Georgia-(Wind Dancer),Sandra Guidici and Kenny West. One of her dearest sisters, Sandra, was always by Patricia and her family's side.

As well as her family's loving dogs, especially Gypsy. Best friend of 50 years Margaret Dow, Binghamton. Her ex husband Donald F. Strait ,Whom Patricia remained great friends with till his death.-02/23/1940-03/12/2006. Patricia loved being outside, she was proud of her yard and all the wildlife, that she feed and that visited her yard.

You would hardly be able to find someone with as Big of a Heart as, Patricia had.

She was known for her Kindness, her Compassion, her acceptance of others for being themselves and not placing Judgment, Caring and her LOVE !

Patricia shared her LOVE with her Family, Friends, Her Pets and Strangers on the Streets. Her Heart was always filled with Happiness, Joy and Love. Patricia's favorite Holiday was Christmas. She loved decorating her home inside and out. It's fitting that she was called home to Heaven during this Christmas Season.

She will be remembered as a Wonderful, Strong and Amazing Woman, Admired by her Family and Friends and many others. Tonight our sky shines a little brighter knowing she's an Angel watching over us. Upon Patricia's request, there will be no Funeral Services. Anyone that wishes to offer a donation, may do so in Patricia's name at American Cancer Society .