PATRICIA A. CAPRARA (nee Hughes) age 82, loving mother of Michael, Nicole and the late Jeffrey; devoted grandmother of Olga LaCour (husband David) and Maria Kholikov (husband Bunyod) and great-grandmother of Joshua and Paul; cherished daughter of the late Joseph M. and Gladys (nee Reading) Hughes; dearest sister of Donald Hughes (wife Sheila), Kenneth Hughes (wife Sandy) and Gail Straight (husband James); dear aunt, great-aunt and friend of many. Survived by her canine granddog Samantha.
Pat was born on June 10, 1940, to the late Joseph and Gladys (nee Reading) in Cleveland. She grew up in Lyndhurst and graduated from Brush High School in 1958. Pat was a parishioner of St. Clare Catholic Church and a founding member of the Catholic Single Parents organization. She was a talented beautician a dedicated employee of Heinens in their meat department but she was most proud of being a homemaker. Pat had many hobbies include playing bridge, bowling, dancing the jitterbug to 50’s and 60’s music and playing slots at the casino. She was an avid Guardian/Indian fan and found enjoyment in boating. Pat was described as a beautiful, caring, affectionate, friendly, loving and witty woman who was always happy. She will be remembered most as a devoted mother who will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in memory of Pat to Hospice of the Western Reserve; P.O. Box 72101 Cleveland, Ohio 44192. Celebration of Life Service Saturday January 21, 2023 at 11 AM at THE FUNERAL HOME. Cremation following by DeJohn Crematory. Private burial at a later date at All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Pat at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) FRIDAY 3-5 and 6-8 PM.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Karyn Faranda
Pat Caprera was a wonderful woman and best friend of my mother and father who were actually introduced to each other by Pat and they have been together ever since. My condolences to her children, Nicole, Michael and Jeffrey and all others who had the pleasure of knowing Pat. My heart goes out to all her children and Pat will surely be missed by myself, my mother and my father. Love and light. Karyn Faranda
rita caprara
I am sorry to read of your loss. It is hard losing one’s Mom. My deep sympathy to all—
Cleo Engbert
OMG I CANT BELIEVE I LOST A DEAR FRIEND OF MANY YEARS. SHE WAS SO FUNNY. I WILL TRULY MISS HER MY SYMPATHIES TO MIKE AND NIKKI.
Fran Coleman
Oh Michael and Nikki, I am so glad I got to speak to your Mom right before. She has been my friend for over 50 years. I will miss her dearly.
Tracy Zamboni
I will sure miss Aunt Pat! She was loving, kind and funny! My thoughts and prayers for Nikki and Mike and the rest of the family. I love you all and pray Jesus fills you with his love and peace.
Karin Cole
I am so sorry for your loss!
Pat was incredible funny and caring. I loved all her stories. She will leave loving memories behind!
Sr. Patricia Griesmar, SND
Saddened to hear of Pat’s loss I extend my deepest sympathy to her children and your extended family. Pat and I were inseparable all through our eight years at St. Clare and a shared Year at Regina High School. Life separated us, but memories of my good friend are vivid and cherished. Oh how she could make me laugh! My love and my prayer follow her into the arms of our loving God. Peace to all who share her loss.