Donna L. "Pat" Gentry

Donna L. "Pat" Gentry, 86, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 7:08 p.m. at her home surrounded by her loved ones.

Pat was born on July 18, 1939 in Zephyr Hills, Florida, the daughter of Kenneth and Harriet (Potts) Dowell. On July 6, 1956 at the Christian Church in Daleville, Indiana, she married Milo Gentry who preceded her in death on August 13, 2019.

Pat was a hardworking, kind-hearted woman who poured so much of herself into everything she did. She spent many years managing the family farm, Gentry Farms. It was hard work, but she gave it her all. Over the years, she also worked as a beautician and at the post office. She always gave her time generously, especially through her volunteer work at the Harry S. Truman Veterans Hospital. In her quieter moments, Pat enjoyed sewing, crocheting, flower gardening, and cooking. She was always creating and always giving.

Survivors include two sons, Freddie Milo Gentry and wife, Debbie Jo, of Curryville and Terry Bruce Gentry and wife, Diane, of Middletown; ten grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband Milo, Pat was preceded in death by her parents.

The family requests memorial donations be made to the Missouri Veterans Home Residents Fund. Memorials may be sent in care of Myers Funeral Home, 203 E. Bates, Wellsville, MO 63384.

Private services will be held by the family.