Merry Christmas in Heaven Tricia! We sure do miss you! Christmas was your holiday and we remember that. I know you are surrounded by family and awaiting the big celebration of Jesus’s birth. We love you!

Happy Heavenly Birthday Tricia. We miss you!

Can’t believe it’s been 10 yrs Tricia. We sure do miss u and your humor!

Happy Heavenly Birthday dear Cousin! We sure do miss you but know you are with many loved ones celebrating your special day.

Wishing you a heavenly Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Cousin! We sure do miss you! I wish we could turn the clock back 10 years and have more time together. I still don’t understand why God needed you so soon. We love and miss you Tricia!

Happy 50th Birthday in heaven Trisha! We love u and miss u. Can’t believe it’s been 7 years. You left way too soon. The pain from loss doesn’t get easier. We do take comfort in knowing you have your dad with you and my brother with you. I’m quite sure the 3 of you together are something else! Now you have Aunt Louise to make u your favorite cookies. We miss u girl!!

We miss you more and more with each passing day.  It doesn't get any easier with time, we just learn to cope one day at a time.   A part of us went with you when you left us that day.  Love and miss you so much.   Mom and Dad

Deepest sympathies to the McMinn family.  I had the pleasure of working with Trish at DLA for many years; couldn't have asked for a nicer person to work with.  I know she will be greatly missed by all.

Another Angel has flow. My condolences to the family.

God be with you in your hour of sorrow.

Dear McMinn Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.  Trish was a lovely person inside and out, unfortunately I only knew her for a short time here at DLA; but I will miss her always saying hi and smiling as we passed in the hallway.  My prayers are with you in this difficult time. God Bless.

To the McMinn Family - We in Trish's work family at DLA join you in mourning her passing. She was a truly gentle soul who had a positive impact on many of us just because of her general attitude about things. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

My sincerest sympathy to Trish's family, friends & co-workers. Having worked directly with Trish several times during my DLA career, I found her to be pleasantly consistent, even-tempered, always displaying a calm disposition. Her passing is certainly untimely & unexpected. However, what I will take from Trish is that we all need to value our family,friends & colleagues more, show them how much we love & care for them, and put just as much value and diligence into our work as she did.  Trish will definitely be missed. Continued prayers for continued healing & peace over time.

I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family.

To the McMinn Family - Trish is one of the first people I ever met when I began my government career at Cameron Station back in 1991. She was a lovely person, always helpful, friendly, and a great co-worker. She had a great laugh and saw the humor in things in a way that always made me laugh. I am so very sad that Trish has passed, the world truly has lost a very special person. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy during this very difficult time.  Aviva Rogozinski (Woodbridge, VA)

McMinn Family ~ I am sadden by the loss of Trish.  There are no words that can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now.  But Trish has left memories at DLA that no one can take away, memories that will bring forth a smile and conquer the painful tears.  May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.

Sorry for the loss of your daughter.May God be with you and your family during this difficult time.

My prayers are with your family.  I pray God's peace and constant vigil over each of you.

To the McMinn Family - I was very sad to hear of Trish's passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy during this very difficult time. I've known and worked with Trish for many years here at DLA. She was truly one of the kindest people I knew, and was always very helpful. I will miss her dearly.

Sorry for  your loss of your beautiful daughter. I know your heart is broken. May God comfort the family at this difficult time. God bless the McMinn family.

Our family are sadden by the loss of your wonderful daughter, Tricia.   Dawn remembers all the good times she had with your family.   Words can never express what your family is going through.  She is an angel with our  Lord in Heaven and will always look over you.   God Bless all of you.  Bruce, Linda Dawn and Kimberly Leonard

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Trish.  When I arrived at DLA 10 years ago, Trish was one of the first individuals to welcome me to the DLA and J1 family.  I so enjoyed working with her and sharing news about our families.  She seemed to greet each day with a smile.  That cheerfulness combined with her calm professionalism made her a treasured individual at DLA.  I feel lucky to have known her.  She will be greatly missed.

To the McMinn Family - I want to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of Tricia.  I had the privilege to work with her for many years at DLA.  I could always count on her smile to brighten the day.  My thoughts are with you and may the Lord comfort your hears as only He can do.

My deepest sympathies to the McMinn family and everyone Trish touched at DLA. Trish was a delightful person to work with, always willing to help, and great at her work. Trish was far too young to leave us. I trust the memories of her kindness, thoughtfulness and sense of humor will ensure she lives in our hearts forever.

Jeff Neal
Director, DLA Human Resources (Retired)

Dear McMinn family,
I am very sorry for the sudden loss of such a wonderful human being.  I started working with Trish about six months ago as part of a special project team, and was impressed by her good attitude and willingness to contribute to our initiative.  Her HR coworkers always said that she's a good asset and I could feel her caring personality every time we met.  I wish you warm solace and renewed strength knowing that she has touched my life and many of us here at DLA.

I'm so sorry for your loss Nancy.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this devastating time.  Please let me know if there is anything I can do or if there is anything you need.

I'm so sorry for your lost Nancy. My thoughts and prayer are with your family. God bless you and your family.

So sorry to hear of Patricia's passing!  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.  God Bless

To the McMinn family - it says a great deal about the type of family you are to have raised such a wonderful, selfless and giving person.  Your strength will help you get through this.  My family's thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

                                                               Mike Wlazlak (Gettysburg, PA)

Trish was a sweet and kind person.  She will be missed.  My prayers and thoughts are with her family during this difficult time.

My thoughts and prayers are with Trish's family at this sad time.  Trish was always so helpful to me whenever I needed assistance. We will miss her.

To the McMinn Family:  Please accept my heartfelt condolences in your lost of Trish in such an unexpected way.  As others have so aptly noted, she was truly a special person in the work place and obviously with her family.  May you find joy in your memories even as you mourn during this difficult time.  May God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding.

Our prayers go out to your family during this very difficult time.

To the McMinn Family.  My heart aches for your loss.  Trish and I started our careers with DLA in 1988.  Please take comfort in the wonderful words that have been expressed in your guestbook.  I will miss her deeply, but truly believe she's now an angel with another calling.  So when you least expect it, something will trigger a memory and you'll realize it's her way of letting you know she's there.

To the McMinn Family:
Trish was a very special person indeed. She was easy to talk to and eager to step up to plate to help where needed. She was a compassionate and understanding professional.  She loved her family and her job. She appeared to be the calm in the midst of storm.  She will truly be missed by her colleagues at DLA. Please accept my deepest condolence on this sudden loss.  May each of you find comfort during this bereavement period. 

Respectfully,

My thoughts and prayers go out the McMinn Family, your daughter was such a wonderful person.  She was great to work with and she was a great co-worker.  I will miss talking with her and hearing her laugh.  She will truly be missed.

To the McMinn Family: Trish was a wonderful and very kind person.  She loved her family and everyone who she came in contact with. I will miss her and cherished the wonderful memories that we had together.

I was truly saddened to hear about Trish's passing.  Although we only worked at DLA together for 8 years, we went to Edison High School together and grew up in the Rose Hill community.  My condolences, sympathies, and prayers go out to her family.  I will miss hearing her laughter in the office.

My other "middle child" cousin. Trish was truly a wonderful person to everyone she came in contact with. She will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you. We love you!

To the McMinn Family - 

IMy heart aches for you, I am so sorry for your loss.  Trish was a very special person, a cornerstone here within DLA.  She will be sorely missed - her upbeat spriit, her laugh, her kindness and consideration for others.  

I often find this poem (written in 1932 by Mary Elizabeth Frye) to be helpful... Perhaps it might speak to you as well...

Do not stand at my grave and weep 
I am not there. I do not sleep. 
I am a thousand winds that blow. 
I am the diamond glints on snow. 
I am the sunlight on ripened grain. 
I am the gentle autumn rain. 
When you awaken in the morning's hush 
I am the swift uplifting rush 
Of quiet birds in circled flight. 
I am the soft stars that shine at night. 
Do not stand at my grave and cry; 
I am not there. I did not die.

My deepest sympathy to the McMinn family.  Trish was such a jewel to DLA and especially to J1.  Will miss her sparkle and especially her laugh.

She was a hard worker, loved her family and loved serving others even in her last days.  

God bless her.  She will be deeply missed.

My deepest sympathy to the family.  Words cannot express the sorrow and the office won't be the same without her.  Trish will be missed.

Dear McMinn Family, I worked with Trish back in the DLA Cameron Station days in Human Resources.  She was a very kind and sweet person.  The picture you have with the smile is exactly the way I always remember her being.   I'm so sorry on your loss and wish you peace thru your time of grief and loss.     
God Bless, Alison Robinson

My heart is broken as we mourn the loss of a very special employee, co-worker and friend.  Trish was a kind and thoughtful person always thinking of her beloved family and DLA/J1 family before herself.  I will miss our daily chats about her family, pets and the latest on TV, but especially will miss hearing that warm and infectious  "Betty Rubble" giggle that would always bring a smile to my face.  She was a true gem and we are all better people for having known her.

My thoughts and prayers go out not only to the McMinn family, but to Trish's family here at DLA. She will be missed by all.
Linda Meyer (Alexandria, VA.)

You will be truly missed.  My thoughts and prayers are with your family now.

You will be truly missed Trish.  Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers

My thoughts and prayers to Trish's family.

To the McMinn Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Trish. I had the privilege of having Trish as a colleague and friend for 25 years. Trish was an amazing, smart, and kind women who brought smiles to the faces of those you knew her. Trish and I shared great conversations over the years but I always looked forward to the stories about her cherished family, it was obvious how much joy her family brought her. I will always remember Trish. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear McMinn Family,
I was saddened to learn of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I worked with Trish off and on my whole 25 years with DLA and everytime she was always a great teacher.  She knew the answer to everything.Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

My sympathy to the McMinn family. I worked with Trish back in the Cameron Station days, and saw her oftern in the DLA Bldg.  She will be missed, she was a ray of sunshine.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

McMinn family - I will miss her & knew her before coming to personnel section at DLA & met her thru the Catholic Young Adult Club thru one of her friends.
Condolences,
John-Rambo, Steven Mark S.(parasitic)

You will be missed by all who have known you

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.  I still remember Christmases at Grandma's when we were young.  Tricia and I didn't see each other all year long, but could connect up at Christmas like two old friends.

Tricia was a great person and will be greatly missed.Always enjoyed the times when she would come to Pa.RIP

Thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.  God bless.

My heart breaks for mom, dad, Doug and especially my bestest friend Brenda and famiy. Although I can't be there, my thoughts are with you every minute and I continue to lift all of you up in prayer. Please know I am here if you need anything. Love you all --your "adopted daughter."

Except to say that I am heartbroken, I have no words to express the sadness of the loss of Trisha.  She was a kind, generous and genuinely sweet lady. My deepest sympathy and love to her Mom and Dad, as well as the entire McMinn Family. I am so sorry.

A friend,

My deepest condolences to the McMinn family.  Trish was a very sweet, kind, gentle, thoughtful lady - always taking care of the tiniest details in everything she touched, ensuring everything was addressed and nothing was left outstanding, and always with a smile.  She would go that extra mile to make friends, colleagues, and customers feel special, and I'm sure she did the same with her family who she clearly loved endearingly.  She will be sorely missed by many.  Godspeed Trish.

McMinn Family, I am so sadden by the lost of your love one and my co-worker Trish.  At this time I pray for comfort and strength for the family.  Know that we in J-14 at DLA will miss Trish something fierce.  She was a part of our family.  May God Bless you and keep you.

                                                             Lora Crowder (New Cumberland PA)

McMinn Family - I was so saddened to hear the news of Trish's passing.  She was such a wonderful person and was always so kind to me.  I knew that I could depend on her and she always went the extra mile.  I worked with her at DLA for many, many years and her passing is a huge loss to the Agency.  My heartfelt condolences to your family at this very difficult time.

McMinn Family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your daughter Trish.  I willI always remember Trish warmly and will forever feel grateful that I had the pleasure to know and work with her.  She was simply the sweetest, kindest most genuine person.  Trish touched so many lives, and will be deeply missed.  With sincere condolences.

I am so sorry to hear that Trish past away.  I worked with her at DLA and she was such a nice person!  My thoughts and prayer are with your family and the DLA family as well!

I don't know what to say. There are just no words.  Trish was the first person I met when I came to DLA in 1991.  She taught me what I needed to know to do my job and she became one of my closest friends.  I worked with Trish for 18 years.  She has always been one of the most compassionate and big hearted people I've met throughout my life.  Sympathy and Prayers to her family and to the DLA family.

I will miss her & new her before coming to personnel section at DLA & met her thru the Catholic Young Adult Club thru one of her friends.
 Condolences,
 John-Rambo, Steven Mark S.

Condolence,
  John-Rambo, Steven Mark Sanders

I worked at DLA with Trish many years ago.  She was quite possibly the nicest, kindest, and sincere young lady I have ever had the privilege of knowing.  Her smile could light up a room and, of course, she was always smiling!  God needed a special angel and he hired her.  
Rest in peace, Trish.

Trish touched so many people at work. Her kindess was genuine and without calling attention--it was always a part of her lovely character. Those of us that had the pleasure of working with her felt she was more than a co-worker, she was family. We will miss her terribly and send prayers.

We are still struggling to process the loss of a long-time friend and co-worker.  There are no words that can fill the void we are feeling now and for the many days to come.  May you find comfort in knowing Trish was one of a kind and she touched each and everyone of us in her famous Trish ways, always with a smile and a heart filled with gold.  My deepest sympathy to the family and friends that had the pleasure, the honor, of knowing and working with a very special person.  Trish you will be missed my friend.

My sorrow and condolences to the McMinn family.  Trish was a wonderful and professional colleague who was a pleasure to work with.  I will miss her and there is no one who can fill in her shoes.

Dear McMinn family,
We are so very sorry for the sudden and unexpected loss of Trish.  J14 hearts are broken. We loved our Trish. She was our treasured teammate, friend, and supporter.  It's hard to understand how someone so full of energy, who made "hard work" look easy, and managed to having fun doing what she loved, can be gone so suddenly.  She was smart and amazing; our key contributor; the organizer in chief; the special moment creator; the great counselor and adviser, with the (almost) unflappable calm, and warm smile. 
I echo Mr. Bunn's comments on all the lives she touched at DLA over her long, distinguished career; her legacy is significant and lasting.  We will all miss her terribly but she will live on in our hearts and minds.  We will keep you in our prayers.  In deepest sympathy, Stacey Salo, DLA Human Resources Policy, J14

Please accept my deepest sympathy at the loss of your daughter Trish. She was not only a former co-worker of mine at Defense Logistics Agency, but a treasured friend. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. 
                                                           .

Trish was such a warm sweet young lady.  She brought a smile to work every day and was the darling of the office when we hired her many years ago.  Her passing will be sorely felt by many who knew her, worked with her and were touched by her life as they encountered a hard working and helpful personnelist.  My prayers go out to her family...she was one special young lady.

I'm so sorry to hear this and wish my condolences and prayers for her family.  I worked with her 13 years ago at DLA.

So sorry to hear of your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.  Sherry and Robert send their regards.

I will miss you Trish.  Always smiling, and very helpful no matter what was asked!!  A real gem to find like that these days.  Heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.   

Sincerely, Kristina Larson   (DLA colleague and friend)

On behalf of her Defense Logistics Agency Human Resources family, we are heartbroken at the loss of Trish.  She was such an important part of our agency, and quietly and expertly supported the men and women of DLA, words cannot capture how deeply she'll be missed.  To the McMinn family, please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss.  It was obvious that her family meant the world to Trish, and that sense of taking care of others carried in to her professional life at DLA.  Please take comfort in the fact that she touched thousands of lives and was loved by her DLA family.

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Patricia Dawn McMinn

October 21, 1971 – October 1, 2014

Demaine Funeral Home

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