Patricia Ann Kapillas (nee Harper) entered into the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ,
December 20, 2018 after a courageous battle with Lung cancer, which she only learned of in
October.
Patricia is survived by her only child, Cynthia (Kevin) Vile; two beautiful, devoted grandchildren,
KJ and Angie; her long-time dear friend, Patricia Soto; her trusted loyal dachshund, Sadie Rose,
and her dearly loved brother, Albert “Butch” B. Harper. She was preceded in death by her sister
Helen Kenney, brother-in-law Jack Kenney, her nephew Gary Kenney, and her sister-in-law
Lillian Harper. She is also survived by her beloved nieces and nephews, Craig (Eleni), Jack
(Purivi), Denise (Ray), Ronald (Denise), Albert “Butchie” (Jenni), Susan (Steve), Tony (Tammy),
Jen, several great-nieces and great-nephews whom she loved dearly, many neighbors and
friends whom she loved and shared many laughs with.
Patricia was born and raised in the Germantown section of Philadelphia to Albert W. Harper and
Helen T. (Bailey) Harper. She was a graduate of Germantown High School. Patricia worked as
a secretary for many years until she retired. She relocated to Orlando, Florida in 2006 where
she remained until the time of her homegoing.
Patricia was an extremely likable person who was very giving and self sacrificing as evidenced
in the rearing of her only child, Cynthia. She was “the best mother in the world” and the most
dedicated Nana. She loved dogs, especially boxers and dachshunds, and she was the one time
president of the Philadelphia Boxer Club. She loved ceramics, crafting, cooking and baking,
especially making cookies and fudge for gifts at Christmas. She had a deep love of motorcycles
and talked often of her days riding her Triumph and going to the motorcycle scrambles. In her
later years, although she could no longer ride, she enjoyed sharing in the riding escapades of
her son-in-law, Kevin, and her nephew, Butchie. Nothing could compare to the love she had of
her family, especially her grandchildren.
Patricia will be dearly missed, but we rejoice in the knowledge that she had a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ and her home in Heaven is secure and that she is no longer in
pain.
Cynthia Vile says
I love you, Mommy. You sacrificed EVERYTHING for me. I miss you so much, but I rejoice that you are with the Savior. I will see you again, one day. Love you to the moon and back.
Janice Toovey says
Blessed is her daughter, Cindy, who cared for her until it was time for her to leave. I pray she didn’t suffer to much. Prayers for her husband, Angie & kJ..who supported her through the most difficult time of her life. My mother died of same cancer 10 years ago…I still miss her so much, but pray that she’s with my dad, my stepdad, my brother and my son.xxx
Eleni N. Davis says
My sincere condolences and deep sympathy for the family and loved ones of this wonderful lady with a heart of gold. She will always be in the hearts of her family and friends. Her spirit and love of life could always be felt in her presence. Heaven has gained another angel, her home with our Father forever. I truly loved her although my time with her was brief. May her loving memory be eternal.
Patty says
She was beautiful … And I thank Jesus that this isn’t the true end. Cindy, she will continue to live on in this earth through you … Keep her memory bright by sharing her with us …love you.
John Kenney says
We will miss you Aunt Pat. You were a great person and wonderful aunt. You were always a smiling face and a blessing to us.
Ellizbeth cordero Emely Carmona Ulani C says
RIP Pat we love you and will miss you with all our hearts. I thank God he let us be a part of your life until we meet again.
Denise Williams says
My heart is with you and your family my friend… God Bless
xxoo
Linda & Mike Stewart says
So sorry for your loss. My prayers for you and your family.
Linda & Linda Stewart says
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember just talking to her over the summer when you guys went on your road trip. Praying for you and your family.
Mari Heverly says
What a loving contribute to a beautiful woman. I am so thankful for the times we’d share with her. I will never forget “our parties” Cindy would host at her home when Pat was home. She will be greatly missed but we look forward in our reunion in Heaven.
LInda J Kreger says
Cindi, Kevin, KJ, and Angie,
Terry and I are praying God’s peace and comfort for you in your loss. Death always seems to come too soon, but God’s timing is always right. She is at this moment thrilling at being in the very presence of Jesus Christ, and absorbing all the wonders of heaven, now and for all eternity. You will miss her, but the promise of God is that you will see her again some day.
Diane and Fred Bauer says
I met Pat in the mid 70’s when she came to work at Enclosure Corp. in Bensalem and clicked instantly since we were both from Philly. I told her I was from K&A and she told me she was from “Upper Germantown” and from now on, you tell people you’re from “Upper Kensington”. To this day, I still use Upper Kensington. We laughed and never stopped laughing. Pat’s laugh was dynamite and everyone at work loved her. All these years later, we always talked on the phone every year at Christmas for hours. We will miss her very much. We love you, Pat, and send our deepest sympathy to Cindi and her family. – Diane and Fred Bauer