Obituary of Patricia Babbie

Patricia C. “Pat” Babbie, age 80, of Bear Swamp Road, Peru, New York, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on January 7, 2022. Pat was born in Plattsburgh, NY on June 4, 1941, to Arthur and Bernice (Aubrey) Sanchagrin. Pat grew up in Rouses Point, NY and attended grade school at St. Mary’s and high school at Champlain Central. For 26 years, Pat worked on R5 at CVPH as a CNA. Her strong work ethic, smiles, and sincere caring for her patients and their families continues to be her legacy. Pat loved tending to her flowers and yard and was known by many as the “flower lady”. She cherished her family and was always the one to bake desserts for family gatherings. Pat enjoyed a good yard sale and visiting the local thrift shop in search of “treasures”. Pat was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and family member. Left to treasure the memory of Pat are, her four children, Lee Ledesma, David (Karen) Babbie, Sheila Babbie, and Todd Babbie; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister, Kathy Ketcik; brother, Artie (Nancy) Sanchagrin; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; brothers, Mike and Albert; and sisters, Delores and Carol. There will be no public calling hours or funeral service. A graveside remembrance will be held at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Rouses Point on Saturday, June 4th followed by a celebration of life at a location yet to be determined. Details for Pat’s remembrance will be posted in May. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Patricia Babbie may be made to Hospice of the North Country. A special thanks to her caregivers Katie, Becky, and Ashley. Arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 294 Mannix Road, Peru, 643-9055. To make a floral purchase, offer an online condolence, share a symbolic gesture, or share a photo in memory of Pat Babbie please visit www.hamiltonfuneralhome.com