Obituary of Patricia A. Trenchard

Patricia Alvene Trenchard, 67, of Lakeland, FL and formerly of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 after a 2 1/2 year battle with cancer. Pat was born in Montour Falls, NY on April 30, 1956 the daughter of the late Harland and Ruth (Hopper) Trenchard. She achieved a degree from an automotive mechanic school. Pat loved all animals, but had a deep love for her 3 dogs. She also loved to go to Disney World and Universal Studios to ride her favorite rides, Soarin' and the River Ride. Pat was actively involved in her neighborhood and would happily help anyone in their time of need. She always lived life to the fullest and her famous quote was "One Life, One Ride". Pat is survived by her daughter, Shondra Trenchard and adopted daughter Bianca Bristol of Winter Haven, FL; two sisters, Ruth Columbus of Henrietta, NY and Carol Allen of Alpine, NY; one brother, Harland Trenchard of Odessa, NY; and by twenty-one nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Gloria Legare in 2009; and by a brother, Tom Trank in 2021. A graveside service for Pat will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11:00 am at Montour Cemetery (UpperEntrance), MillSt., Montour Falls, NY.