Patricia Elsie “Patty” Horabik
June 4, 1964 – August 11, 2022
Patricia Elsie “Patty” Horabik, 58, of Huntingtown passed away on August 11, 2022, surrounded by her family. She was born June 4th, 1964 in Euclid, OH to Ralph J. Smola and Mary Elsie (Fasham) Smola. Patty was raised in Willowick, OH, and graduated from Eastlake North High School. Patty married Michael Horabik on July 2nd, 1988. They lived in Pentagon City and then Upper Marlboro before moving to Huntingtown, MD in 2001. Patty was a very involved mom. She volunteered at her daughter’s school PTA, as well as Jesus the Good Shepard Catholic Church. While volunteering at church, she enjoyed helping in the kitchen, assisting with Walking with Purpose, and was a greeter and Eucharistic Minister. Patty loved baking, reading, going to Starbucks daily, playing Bunco, knitting, crafting, gardening, and taking care of others. She loved being with her family, including her dog Lady. She treated her nieces, nephews, their children, and Mary’s friends as if they were her own. She never missed a birthday or holiday.
Patty is survived by her loving husband Michael Horabik of Huntingtown and daughter Mary Horabik of Woodinville, WA. Also surviving her are her father Ralph Smola and brothers Robert Smola (Judy), Ronald Smola, and Donald Smola (Karen), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Smola.
Contributions in Patty’s name may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church or the American Liver Foundation at the addresses and links below.
Visitation
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Services
- Memorial Mass
Thursday, August 18, 2022
11:00 AM
Interment
- Private
Contributions
Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church
1601 W Mt Harmony Road
Owings, MD 20736
Condolences
Sort Comments
13 Aug 2022
3:06pm
Patty’s smile, infectious laughter, kindness, hospitality, desserts and generosity will truly be missed by me.
Please know that I am stunned by Patty’s passing and I walk with you on this difficult path.
Be assured of my prayers.
Peace,
Fr. Neil Pezzulo
City
Maynardville
State
Tennessee
14 Aug 2022
10:37am
Dear Mike & Mary,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you. Patti had a wonderful smile and such a genuine connection with everyone she met. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Sincerely, JoAnne and Richard Alu
City
Dunkirk
State
MD
14 Aug 2022
11:28am
Aunt Patty, you were a wonderful and kind person. You are deeply missed by everyone. You made the best crumpets I’ve ever had. We all love you. Rest easy.
City
Mentor-On-The-Lake
State
Ohio
14 Aug 2022
4:50pm
To you Mike and your family you have my sincere condolences over your loss, our loss of Patty. I had nothing but good moments with you and Patty when Fr. Neil and I visited Maryland during the Confirmation retreats. I will continue to pray for you and your family. -Br. Larry Glenmary
City
Lafayette
State
Tennessee
14 Aug 2022
8:44pm
My precious friend Patty. I can’t believe you are not here. I keep going to pick up the phone to call you and forget you are not here or think when you “get home” and forget you are in a new home where you will never be in pain or suffer again. May your memory be eternal. I shall never forget you and will hold you in my heart forever. Vicki
City
Owings
State
MD
15 Aug 2022
9:48am
Dear Mike and Mary,
Our deepest condolences. We have so many fond memories of Marlton years with the Women’s Club, Babysitting Coop, Gourmet Club, Book Club, and Most Holy Rosary. Patty was a pure spirit and caught the “up”elevator straight to heaven. May your memories and all who loved Patty comfort you in your grief.
Love, Ed, Mary, Maura, and Eileen Donovan
City
Upper Marlboro
State
MD
15 Aug 2022
9:52am
I so enjoyed getting to know Patty through our Walking with Purpose group. She was such an integral part of our group. Patty was a delight and it will be hard to begin again and know she is not there. She will be so missed. Rest In Peace, Patty.
City
Owings
State
MD
15 Aug 2022
10:39am
Aunt Patty this is a tremendous loss. You taught us to cherish and document all of life’s precious moments . You will be deeply missed, and your sudden passing was absolutely heartbreaking. However I cannot help but imagine you running into Grandma’s arms when you got to heaven. What a glorious reunion that must have been. Uncle Mike and Mary we love you and sending you our love.
City
Eastlake
State
Ohio
15 Aug 2022
4:19pm
My sincere sympathies Mike and Mary and prayers of peace and comfort! I am glad our lives touched even briefly but enjoyed the times we shared, especially the laughter! May you Rest In Peace!
Dolores Marinaccio 🙏♥️
City
North Beach
State
Md
15 Aug 2022
8:42pm
Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences, and know you and Patty are in our prayers.
Patt & Luke
City
Massillon
State
Ohio
15 Aug 2022
11:49pm
Mike & Mary,
I am so sad for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you for comfort and peace in the memories you share.
Sue
City
Owings/Buffalo
State
MD/NY
16 Aug 2022
2:54pm
The loss of Patty will leave a large empty space in JGS – she was such a blessing to our Parish and all that met her!!
Patty rest in God’s loving peace. Mike & Mary may God’s peace also be with you during this difficult time!!
City
Tracy's Landing
State
MD
17 Aug 2022
1:50pm
The loss of Patty will leave a large hole in my heart. She was such a treasured freind and always a great supporter ( and helper) of the many things I was involved in at JGS. I know she is resting in peace in the arms of Jesus and his mother. Mike and Mary please know I’m there in spirit for you always. Hope you feel all the love , prayers and hugs I am sending you.
Love Julie
City
Henderson
State
NV
17 Aug 2022
2:58pm
I will miss Patty so much.
God bless her soul and comfort her family and friends.
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
MD
Sort Comments
Patty’s smile, infectious laughter, kindness, hospitality, desserts and generosity will truly be missed by me.
Please know that I am stunned by Patty’s passing and I walk with you on this difficult path.
Be assured of my prayers.
Peace,
Fr. Neil Pezzulo
Dear Mike & Mary,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you. Patti had a wonderful smile and such a genuine connection with everyone she met. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Sincerely, JoAnne and Richard Alu
Aunt Patty, you were a wonderful and kind person. You are deeply missed by everyone. You made the best crumpets I’ve ever had. We all love you. Rest easy.
To you Mike and your family you have my sincere condolences over your loss, our loss of Patty. I had nothing but good moments with you and Patty when Fr. Neil and I visited Maryland during the Confirmation retreats. I will continue to pray for you and your family. -Br. Larry Glenmary
My precious friend Patty. I can’t believe you are not here. I keep going to pick up the phone to call you and forget you are not here or think when you “get home” and forget you are in a new home where you will never be in pain or suffer again. May your memory be eternal. I shall never forget you and will hold you in my heart forever. Vicki
Dear Mike and Mary,
Our deepest condolences. We have so many fond memories of Marlton years with the Women’s Club, Babysitting Coop, Gourmet Club, Book Club, and Most Holy Rosary. Patty was a pure spirit and caught the “up”elevator straight to heaven. May your memories and all who loved Patty comfort you in your grief.
Love, Ed, Mary, Maura, and Eileen Donovan
I so enjoyed getting to know Patty through our Walking with Purpose group. She was such an integral part of our group. Patty was a delight and it will be hard to begin again and know she is not there. She will be so missed. Rest In Peace, Patty.
Aunt Patty this is a tremendous loss. You taught us to cherish and document all of life’s precious moments . You will be deeply missed, and your sudden passing was absolutely heartbreaking. However I cannot help but imagine you running into Grandma’s arms when you got to heaven. What a glorious reunion that must have been. Uncle Mike and Mary we love you and sending you our love.
My sincere sympathies Mike and Mary and prayers of peace and comfort! I am glad our lives touched even briefly but enjoyed the times we shared, especially the laughter! May you Rest In Peace!
Dolores Marinaccio 🙏♥️
Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences, and know you and Patty are in our prayers.
Patt & Luke
Mike & Mary,
I am so sad for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you for comfort and peace in the memories you share.
Sue
The loss of Patty will leave a large empty space in JGS – she was such a blessing to our Parish and all that met her!!
Patty rest in God’s loving peace. Mike & Mary may God’s peace also be with you during this difficult time!!
The loss of Patty will leave a large hole in my heart. She was such a treasured freind and always a great supporter ( and helper) of the many things I was involved in at JGS. I know she is resting in peace in the arms of Jesus and his mother. Mike and Mary please know I’m there in spirit for you always. Hope you feel all the love , prayers and hugs I am sending you.
Love Julie
I will miss Patty so much.
God bless her soul and comfort her family and friends.