Patsy Jean Galesky
February 05, 2022
Patsy Galesky, born March 4, 1940 passed away peacefully at home with her fur babies by her side on February 5, 2022.
Born the only child to Merton and Doris Abbott, she had many childhood pastimes. Her favorites included fishing and shooting guns with her dad. Patsy attended school in Waterloo, Iowa and graduated at the top of her class in 1957.
She was a valued longtime employee of the IRS, receiving many awards for her vast accomplishments. Doing stand up comedy and being the "hottest" magician's assistant in the 70's and 80's were also on her resume. Patsy was a self taught organist, seamstress, and wedding planner. She wrote the book on etiquette and loved hosting dinner parties as she was an amazing cook.
Classy, witty, and independent, she had more "one liners" than anyone around. Her famous quote, "I like big men, big cars, and big houses!" Not necessarily in that order. She was such a funny lady. Her humor definitely played a role in her longevity.
Patsy was a very compassionate and loving soul. Her passion was rescuing elderly dogs and giving them their forever home until they crossed over the rainbow bridge. She often said she preferred her pets over most people.
Patsy was preceded in death by her son, Dennis J D'Aguanno and husbands Giovanni (John) D'Aguanno and Michael Galesky. Left to cherish the matriarch of the family are her two daughters, Lesa D'Aguanno and Lynne Daguanno, as well as five grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.
Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to ARL of Iowa.
Chris Heth
03/04/2022
I worked with Patti at the IRS 1988-1990 or so. She was great to work with and we shared fun times outside of work also. Patti has been one of my most favorite people ever and I am sorry that we lost contact over time. She was one of the best of the best at everything. I am so sorry for your loss.
Elaine M Hill
02/19/2022
Patti was a dear and beloved friend. She was our neighbor for several years and we got to know each other better after I retired. We had coffee every day and would discuss the matters of the world, of course, we solved those troubles, but nobody would listen. When she was your friend, she fought for you at every turn as she was loyal. She taught me several things: to like myself and see my worth, how to laugh, how to have fun. We would go shopping and she would go her way and me mine. When we met up, we would go around the store, again, together. She loved to tell stories of her exciting life. For me, it was like stepping into a fantasy life, and I loved it. We shared the love of fur babies. I will miss her with all my heart. I know I will see her again and we will set heaven on its heels.
Lesa D'Aguanno
02/18/2022
You showed me strength. You showed me how important it is to laugh at ourselves , to live our own happiness and keep looking forward. .And that's what I'm going to do. Keep heaven laughing mom!! I'll be right here spoiling Tilley. I love you so much . Oh, and say Hi to Henry Cuesta for me.. I can hear saxophones in the air.
Lynne m Daguanno
02/13/2022
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