Patricia Lee Blankenship, 84, of Liberty, MO passed away on January 29th, 2018. Visitation and Funeral Mass will be held at St. James Catholic Church in Liberty, MO on Monday, February 12, 2018. Visitation begins at 9:30 am, Mass at 10:30 am and Church Luncheon to follow.
Patty was born in Springfield, MO on July 4th, 1933. She was one of seven Brothers and Sisters. She was a graduate of SMSU, Draughn Business College. She served as a Clerk Typist for the Missouri Division of Family Services, retiring after 26 years of service.
Patty’s life revolved around her family. She loved music and played the piano. She enjoyed attending Mass and was a member of the Over 50 Group at St James Catholic Church. Patty had a great sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. She never met a stranger and would help anyone in need.
Patty is survived by Son, Patrick L. West of Liberty and Daughter, Pamela G. (Adam) Love of Madisonville, LA. Grandmother to Katelyn A. Love and Robert W. Love also of Madisonville, sister, Margie (Mike) Rookstool and brother-in-law, Allen Stockstill of Springfield, MO. Numerous Nieces and Nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations, in her name, to the Music Ministry at St James Catholic Church, Liberty, MO.
I was sorry to hear of Aunt Pat’s passing. She was indeed a very kind and loving soul.
Sandy Stewart
Thank you Sandy, I was home for Lunch as I have been every weekday, it was a sudden death and as far as I am told, she did not suffer. I am most grateful to have been there taking care of her in her final moments, she was my Mother, my friend, my daily companion and my caregiver, as I was hers. She certainly had a special place in her heart for you, as well. Pamela, Adam, Katelyn, Bobby and I will certainly miss her, but me the most of all…
Sorry to hear of Patty’s passing. I worked with her at DFS in Clay County. Thoughts and prayers to the Blankenship Family.
Laura Michlig
2-8-2018
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Patty for many years at DFS. She had a great sense of humor. Patrick, she was crazy about you. Prayers for your family.
Linda Tustison
02-09-18
Heartfelt condolences, to the family and friends. Loss is never easy, it always hurts the ones left behind. Rejoice in the knowledge that she is with her *ETERNAL FATHER*, happy and worry free. Remember her well from working with her at the Liberty DFS office. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Patrick, I know how much you loved your mother. She talked about you a lot at Family Services. She loved her children and grandchildren dearly. I always loved her humor, she could say and do the funniest things. I enjoyed working with her for many years. God bless your family during this difficult time.
I will miss Mom. She was very giving and had a big heart. She enjoyed music, travel and church. She never met a stranger. She had a very dry since of humor and loved a good prank. She especially loved her Grandkids Bobby and Katelyn. And Patrick was a very special son to her. Patrick was her main care giver these past years. He always made sure she was safe, fed and entertained. Mom and I did not always see eye to eye. But We loved each other very much. She will be missed by so many. God speed Mom.
Norma, I know where we got our sense of humor from although sometimes I am not sure Mom meant to be funny but that’s what made her unique among all the rest of us. My Family and I thank you for the kind words.
Thank you…
Just days before, Mom and I had just talked about things she still wanted to do with her life here on earth and I am sad that she did not get the chance to follow through but I am happy she is at peace with the Lord. I will pray for the day that as her Son I may rejoin her however long that may be. Thank you.
Linda, I was crazy about Mom. We had our moments like all parents and children do. As her Son, I didn’t appreciate Mom until these last years being her caregiver if you could say that. Actually she was a Mom to the end and still more of my caregiver, my Mom and I will miss her till my own dying day…