Martin, Patricia Daley, 83, of Tustin, was born on June 3, 1931 and passed away peacefully on May 8, 2014.

Pat grew up in the village of Cheadle, England. She received her RN education from the University of Southampton. In 1963 she moved to the United States and practiced as a registered nurse. Pat married James Martin in 1964 and moved to Tustin, where they raised their daughter, Susan.

Pat was an member of the Tustin Area Women's Club, Orange County Literacy League and Friends of the Library. One of her most cherished accomplishments was obtaining her United States citizenship in 1976. Pat was a lover of reading, movies and politics. Pat will be remembered for being a strong, passionate, and outspoken woman who nurtured lifelong friendships.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Jim and daughter, Susan. She is survived by her cousin Renee Dellarocco, surrogate daughters Marie Burns and Patricia Caudle, godsons and their wives, Steve & Sarah Burns, Chris Burns & Julia Wagner and Larry & Jennifer Hill.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 3:00 pm at Saddleback Chapel, 220 East Main Street, Tustin, CA 92780

The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Friends of Orange County Homeless Pets, 26423 Scott Road, Menifee, CA 92584