I only lasted one month in Mr. Bottazzi's South Jr. High School class. I remember his toughness and no-nonsense teacher style well. He expected the very best from his students. I became my own version of Mr. Bottazzi in my classroom and every year I shared fond memories about him with my students. Thank you sir for loving us in a way we couldn't understand in our youth and teaching us lessons that would last a lifetime. Thank you, Mr. B. We will ALL miss you and love you.

Pat, You have been such a part of my life for over 40 years. The first time I met you at Aunties you and I connected. You were always so helpful,kind and generous to me and my family. May you be at peace and happy with all of your family and friends who are with you now in Heaven. You will be missed. Love, Maddy

Mr. Bottazzi was by far my favorite teacher ever. He is the reason I love math and I credit him for my career choices in life. It says a lot about a man that can touch so many lives and make such a positive impact on so many. He was a great man... I hope he knew how much of an impact he had on so many.

Patsy,
In an effort to find you, so that we could get your contact information to send you some pictures and Videos we took of 4 of us that got together for Lunch last Sunday. We thought you would like to see them and get a few laughs at us recalling our younger days in the Patch. Well now that WE know where you are I know you already ave seen them.
GOD BLESS YOU OUR FRIEND.

MIKE CAPONE, CHIP MAMONNE, COOCH QUATRELLO, LOONEY LUNETTA KEN MINICHIELLO, JOE GULINO

Jack and I are so sad to hear of Pat's passing. He was one of the best teachers who ever lived and was an inspiration not only to his students but also his colleagues. He will be missed by very many. Indeed, the world is a little poorer because Pat is no longer here. Our condolences to his beloved family. Carol Meagher

Our deepest sympathy to Pat's family. I will remember all the happy times with Pat at South Junior High School. Pat and Bill Leanues

Thanks for being a great teacher! For always staying after school with us to give us extra help, and for all the fun times, especially when you gave us candy. I will always cherish the watch you gave me and will always keep you in my heart as I further my education. You were a very special teacher and I will miss you a lot. RIP

To Pat, my best friend: Thank you for ALWAYS being there for me. Thank you for the love you gave and showed to me and to the world. Thank you for the lessons you taught me, that there are STILL people in this world that REALLY CARE; people that would do ANYTHING for others and never ask for, or expect, anything in return. Thank you for bringing me back to God and reminding me how important Church is and to thank God for the blessings we have. Thank you for being REAL in a world that is so full of phonies and hypocrites. YOU CHANGED MY LIFE FOREVER by your presence on Earth. I love you Pat and will ALWAYS appreciate and thank God for the pleasure of knowing you. I know that you were very loved and respected by many, many people. You will be missed by everyone who has had the honor and privilege of knowing you. My heart is broken by your leaving us, but I believe, as you did, that there is a place better than here. It's called Heaven, and you showed me that it exists on Earth as well as where it is. I will miss you, my friend, but I will ALWAYS remember you and carry you in my heart FOREVER. I love you Pat, and though your body may be gone, you are still here with us, watching over us and protecting us just as you always have. If I live to be a thousand years old, I will never have the pleasure of knowing ANYONE like you. You are my HERO, my savior, my salvation. Thank you for everything, but most of all, thank you for being you! Heaven is so lucky to have you now. I look forward to seeing you again someday and will try to emulate you and pass on all the things you have shown me. Thank you my mentor and friend. I will never say goodbye, only that I'll see you later. Thank you again for just being you!!! Your friend forever, Gary

You changed the life of many people Pat. Your place in heaven with your beloved mother is reserved. Although I only knew you for a few short years, I was blessed with your friendship. My sincere sympathy to your family. You will forever be in my prayers. You will be missed.

Mr. Bottazi was my 7th grade Math teacher at south Junior High in Brockton He was the best teacher ever he will be missed it has been over 25 years and I still remember those days. Rest in Peace Mr.B

I can't figure out how such an enormous heart can fit inside a tiny body. Kind souls like Pat don't come along too often, and the great energy he brought to Anita Marie's most mornings was infectious and wonderful. In my last conversation with him he told me how lucky he felt to have the love in his life from his friends and family. Much love, many blessings and RIP my friend.

We were very sorry to hear of Pat's passing. He was a one of a kind math teacher who touched many lives. But mostly a dear friend to our family. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to his family during this time of sorrow. Pat, Tasha and Peter Giannakoulis

Pat Auntie is no longer alone in heaven. She has “her man�. You were the truest of friends. Thank you for making so many of my childhood memories special. The birthday parties and Christmas parties at Auntie’s were always so wonderful because of your efforts. I recall that you were always on the hunt for 4 matching dolls for Auntie’s girls. You will be missed. Rest in peace. Love Becky

Pat, I will never forget you tutoring Terry in Math. You, Frank and John are now together again in a heavenly classroom. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Lavigne

Pat was a great teacher, friend and man. I will always remember him for his friendship when I taught at South Jr. High in Brockton and all the years after. The world needs more people like Pasquale Bottazzi in it. Fair forward my friend. Mark O'Reilly

Dont even know where to start. You were and will always be my bestfriend. If I live to be a million years old i will never meet a more caring giving trusting man in this world.You have touched so many lifes.and u took care of everyone no questions asked. Thats why it was a honor to have been able to take care of you.Thats what you deserved!!!!!!!!!!!Even though you didnt like to take the help cause you wanted to do it yourself it was your time. May you find peace with your mother again im sure that she is happy to see you again.. I'M NOT GOING TO SAY GOODBYE BECAUSE THAT JUST WAY TO HARD!!!!!!!! WHAT I WILL SAY IS THAT I WIIL SEE YOU AGAIN MY FRIEND IN THAT GREAT WONDERFUL WORLD WE CALL HEAVEN !!!!!!!!!! I KEEP GOING TO CALL YOU TO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS OKAY BUT THAT S NOT POSSSIBLE...SO UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN BOSS YOU HAVE A HAPPY LIFE UP IN THAT GREAT BIG MANSION IN THE SKY!!!!!!!!!WITH ALL MY OF MY LOVE AND GREATFULLNESS TO HAVE HAD YOU IN MY LIFE. YOU WERE JUST LIKE A FATHER TO ME...............YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART AND SOUL .......WITH LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP ALWAYS BETTY j

My son was a former student of Mr. Botazzi's for 2 years at Trinity Catholic Academy. He was more than a teacher, Pat was a friend. He was a kind gentle man with so much love in his heart for his students. He was a wonderful teacher who truly cared and made a lasting impact on the lives he touched. Our hearts are saddened by his passing. Our deepest sympathy to you, he will be remembered fondly and we were so blessed to have known him. Nadine & Donald

Madeline Lannin, my Auntie Mad, always said that there was no one like Pat and she was right. Who else would have given his time so willingly to both his mother and my aunt, sacrificing his own leisure time and interests to make sure they had everything they needed as they grew older and more dependent upon others for their care. Pat faithfully kept his promise to Auntie that she would not have to go to a nursing home..... and because of his care-giving, she was able to stay in her home until she passed away at the age of 102. That, in this day, is virtually unheard of. For his love and care, I and my family will always be grateful. I hope that he knew how grateful we were and how inspirational his self-denial and sacrifice will always be to those who witnessed a true example of what it means to give of yourself. To Pat's family, friends, and students, please accept my sincerest sympathy.

To all family members and so many friends of our dear Pat, This was a wonderful and caring man who loved his parents,loved his family,piqybloved his friends, and cherished his many students who have made this community and world a better place due to the exceptional influence this fine man had upon their lives. Pat, we all miss you and thank you for sharing your life and love with all of us. Larry, Charlotte and Steve Murphy

Pat was a really great guy. He would come in to Anita Marie's breakfast most mornings so happy about the day ahead. He loved teaching and had only great things to say about the students. Really nice man. He will be greatly missed.

To a great friend and colleague who truly cared about his students and colleagues. I will miss our daily morning talks between classes. Pat made TCA a better place and he will be sorely missed.

It saddens me that I will not see Pat's smiling face at my doorway this fall. I will remember him as a man that loved to joke and playfully tease and rarely walked away without leaving a smile on your face. I will always picture him laughing with his students in the hallway. "The most wasted of all days is one without laughter." I will miss him.

Pat a dear friend and co-worker I will miss you your smile you were always in a happy mood no matter what most of all will be the coffee every day god bless Dennis D

Pat, when I started at Anita's 2 years ago you were one of the first ones to welcome me with open arms, you would come in on Saturday's when I was working sometime 4:30 saying you just could not sleep I would get the coffee pot and you would have your napkin folded and you brought your own splenda from home I will truly miss our weekend morning onversations RIP Pat. Beth

I have such great memories of our trips to Foxwoods - me, Pat, Donnie, and John. We had some good laughs whenever we got together, and I'll truly miss them. Pat always bought lunch, and he always insisted that I drive us down in his Lincoln Town car -a beautiful ride! He will be sorely missed.

Pat I first met you at Rockland High 41 years ago when I was in your Algebra class. Always such a serious man while teaching. Much to my surprize you were also a member of the Rockland Sons of Italy. You gave so much of yourself to everyone who needed help. So much you forgot to take care of yourself. It's a shame that you were taken so fast, but you are no longer suffering. You are in the right place now with all your family by your side. We all have lost a true friend, but cannot believe your gone. May those you leave behind continue to heal, knowing you're in a better place and not in pain. The Muscato Family, Chris, Tony, Catherine, Greg

My prayers and thoughts go out to all the family members. Pat was my Math teacher at Rockland Jr. High School back in 1969. I have been friends with him ever since then. Pat was always so devoted to his mother and taking care of Mrs. Lannin. A good hearted person who was always willing to help others. As a police officer I worked many times at the Son's of Italy with Pat, as he called the games. Please get me a coffee Jack, and pour the milk in first. Yes Pat, I still remember. Rest in Peace.

I will never forget the day of Pat's retirement. Hundreds of former students came to wish him well and thank him. Students from children who had left Jr. High only the year before to adults from years ago. People from all ages and walks of life, from near and far took time from their schedules in the middle of a workday, came to a school cafeteria to show love, respect and gratitude for an amazing man and teacher. When I think of Mr. Bottozzi I am reminded of what St. Francis said' "Preach the gospel at all time and if necessary use words." Pat you managed to do it without the words. Rest in Peace Pat and thank you for teaching all of us how to teach, how to love.