Patricia Ann Smith

SEBRING, Fla. – Patricia Ann Smith, 74, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, in Sebring, Fla. She was born on July 7, 1948 in Morley, England, the daughter of Harry and Dorothy May (Williams) Simpson. She had three children from her first marriage: Michelle Rooney; Simon Thorne; and Tracy Noel.

During the ’70s and ’80s she lived in New Zealand, England and Hong Kong before finally settling in Maine. She made many dear friends along her journey and met her current husband, Warren Smith, in 1992. She spent many years working as an activities aide for The Maine Veterans home in Augusta, Maine. She was well known for her mismatched socks and flashy and colorful hats, and was always singing and dancing to help brighten the residents’ day.

In 2012 she moved to Sebring with Warren. She enjoyed swimming, Red Hats Society, playing Pertanque and singing in the Church choir. She made friends wherever she went until her passing.

She is survived by her loving husband, Warren; children, Michelle Rooney (Earl), Simon Thorne (Michelle), Tracy Noel (Chris), Todd Smith (Karen), Steven Smith (Nikki); sister, Linda Skipper. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Brittany, Kylie, Jordan, Tyler, Brooke, Hailey, Emma and Khloe; and one great-granddaughter, Reese. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Pauline.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, from 1-3 p.m. at 37 Main Street, Skowhegan.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in

Patti’s name to:

St. Jude Children’s Hospital