Patricia Bielecki

We celebrate and remember the vibrant life of Patricia Ann Bielecki. Daughter of Doris Jennings Shreve and Marvin Shreve, “Patty” was born in Waterloo Iowa on February 11, 1955. At age 5, the family moved cross country to Goleta, California and has been living in Santa Barbara ever since. The oldest of 5, Patty grew up a teenager during the hippie movement. She was an independent, free spirit with a passion for music, and an advocate for peace & love. She loved the beach and sunny days, and she shined just as bright- able to brighten anyone’s day with her signature blonde hair, eccentric laugh, and smile. This was her character; an outgoing Aquarius who wanted to befriend everyone. If you knew her, you knew she was unapologetically her. She was always grateful to see the sun shine another day.

Of her accomplishments, she is most proud of the family she raised. We look back at a mother/grandmother that dedicated her life to her children. She leaves behind the legacy of 3 sons (Jason, Christopher, Jesse) and currently 3 grandkids (Kaylee, Avahlyn, Tripp). She is survived by 3 brothers (Mark, Michael, Gary) and aunt (Janice). She is preceded by sister (Peggy). She passed away surrounded by family in Santa Barbara on February 20, 2024 at age 69. May her memory leave a pronounced footprint of unconditional love and influence for all those whose lives she graced upon. Her physical body may be gone, but her spirit continues to shine with us.

“May the sun shine another day, and when it does, I’ll be thinking of you.”