Patricia Ann Renke, age 66, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2020 while surrounded by her family. Patti was born in Brooklyn, New York to Oscar and Grace Puttick. She was introduced to the car business at an early age by her father, Oscar, who owned, among other dealerships, KORT Chevrolet in Floral Park, New York. Patti worked at the dealership for many years and only drove Corvettes until her father found out she was pregnant with her first child, was handed keys to her first (and only) station wagon, and she left to become a stay-at-home mom. A devoted mother, Patti was very active in her community and children’s school as a PTA President and long-time board member of a local youth sports league. Patti enjoyed shopping, crafting, politics, driving fast, watching her favorite tv shows (Friends, Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy) and, most of all, spending time with her family. Her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren. Patti is survived by her two children: Kelly (Kerry) and Chris (Paula), and her two grandchildren from Chris and Paula, Christopher, Jr. and Natalie. She is predeceased by her parents, Oscar and Grace, and brothers, Kenny, Bobby and Teddy. In lieu of flowers, Patti’s family asks that contributions be made to the Foundation for Women’s Cancer. A wake will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Beney Funeral Home, 79 Berry Hill Road, Syosset, NY 11791.
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