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Patricia Speakes Obituary
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EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Patricia Ann Speakes, 78, of Evansville passed away at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at Deaconess Hospice Care Center.
Patricia Ann Speakes, nee Brown, daughter of the late Cecil and Mabel (Jobe) Brown, was born at Lonedell, Mo., on July 10, 1932. As a child, Patricia was converted to the Christian faith and baptized at Oak Grove Baptist Church in Lonedell, Mo., then later transferred her membership to Fares Avenue Baptist Church of Evansville. Patricia was united in marriage to John H. Speakes and three children came to bless this union. She retired from Gen Corp, after 23 years of service in the payroll department.
She is survived by two sons, Leo Speakes and Lloyd Speakes (Jennifer Henderson), both of Evansville; two sisters, Linda Steffens (George), of Labadie, Mo, and Susan Bowers, of Villa Ridge, Mo.; one brother, Jerry Brown (Dale), of High Ridge, Mo.; grandchildren, twins, Laura Garrett (Tony) and Lisa Stephens (Jason), Timothy Stephens (Michelle), Casey Speakes (Kendi), Donya Tieken, Erich Bockstege and Amanda Bockstege; great-grandchildren, Jacob Baumgart, Breanna Garrett, Daniel Knight, Addison Thompson, Zane and Hunter Stephens; triplets; Annie, Hank and Grady Speakes, Andrew, Corbin and Peyton Tieken and Brayden and Ashton Bockstege; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Dolores Bockstege, in March 16, 2009.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 12, 2011 at Boone Funeral Home East Chapel, 5330 Washington Avenue, Evansville, with Father Jay Davidson officiating. Burial will be in Park Lawn Cemetery.
Friends may call from 3 until 7 p.m. Friday, February 11, 2011 at Boone Funeral Home, East Chapel, and again from 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 12, 2011.
Memorial Contributions may be made to SWIRCA, 16 W. Virginia St., Evansville, IN 47710.
Condolences may be made to the family online at boonefuneralhome.net.
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Sponsored by Laura, Lisa, Timmy, Michelle, Donya & Erich.
DEBBIE SMITH
February 21, 2011
LEO IM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM. THOUGHTS AND PRAYS,
Gloria Schneider
February 18, 2011
Lloyd and Leo,
I worked with your Mother at General Tire/GenCorp for the 23 years. You and the grandchildren were very special. She always had picture to show.
I know that she will be missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Vogel
February 13, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Pat Speaks. I worked with her at GenCorp for many years.
I only learned this morning of her passing so I was unable to attend the funera home.
I know she will be missed very much by all her children and grandchildren and I know she loved them so much.
My prayers are with all of the family.
Penny Tepe
February 10, 2011
Sorry to hear about your loss! God Bless!
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February 10, 2011
One of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Lloyd and Leo my heart goes out to you. Prayers to you and your family. Your friend Jimmy
Jodi Stites
February 10, 2011
Lloyd,
On behalf of Danco Construction, we send our deepest sympathy. Our prayers go out to you and your family! God Bless You!
Laura Garrett
February 10, 2011
God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes I watched you, and saw you pass away. Although I loved you dearly, I could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke my heart to prove to me, He only takes the BEST!! We all loved her so much it was extremely hard to let her go but now she is with her daughter(my mother) watching over us all from above.
Martha Garrett
February 10, 2011
"Grandma Pat" was a vital part of a big family. I am honored to be her Grand daughter's MIL. Initially I was taken back by how she spoke her mind; but it wasn't long before I learned to appreciate her keen sense of humor. I also admired her dedicated commitment to family. She never missed a family event. Even with all those great grand children Pat was always at the school assemblies and sporting events. I know how much her family counted on her devotion. Grandma Pat will be greatly missed by all and has set quite an example for the rest of us to live by.
My heart & prayers go out to all of you.
Ruth and Wayne Porter
February 10, 2011
Lloyd and Leo, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and yours.
Aaron Powell
February 10, 2011
Lloyd and the family, So sorry for the loss of this fine lady. As a young boy, I have fond memories of your Mother and Father. They were warm people that welcomed your friends to their home. You always knew where you stood with your Mother,and she was always fair and kind...especially with the little guys. May she be free from the pain and suffering of this world and be reunited with her loved ones in Heaven. May the Lord comfort you and your loved ones in your time of grief.
Sincerely, Aaron Powell
Danco Construction, Inc.
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