Patricia Boren

A devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, friend, and woman of faith.
Patricia Ellen Marks Boren, 81, of Oklahoma City, formerly of Ponca City, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025. She was born January 29, 1944, in Ponca City to Julius L. Marks Sr. and Virginia Maxine Long Marks. A proud graduate of Ponca City High School, class of 1962, she later earned a certificate in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University. Pat was a die-hard OSU Cowboys and OKC Thunder fan, never missing a game and always texting family and friends to "Thunder Up!" She adored the holidays, thrived in church life, and found joy in her crocheting, flowers and houseplants. She was a long-time and very active member of Putnam City United Methodist Church, where she participated in various ministries, especially her beloved Knit Wits group. She worked for many years at Jackie Cooper Transportation and INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center before retiring from United Healthcare, where she was respected for her dedication and kindness. Pat is survived by her children, Michael (Tracy) Boren and Jennifer (Rodrick) Hawkins her grandchildren: Patricia Latham (Aaron Johnson), Megan (Zak) Knight, Rodricia (Justin) Blunt, Anthony McCollum, Rodrick Hawkins Jr., Rodaysha (Fiancé Ethan Smith) Hawkins, and Rodarius Hawkins; and great-grandchildren: Tiago McCollum, Jaxon Blunt, and Jase Blunt. And many cousins, nieces, nephew and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julius Sr. and Virginia, and her brothers, Julius Jr. and Jeff Marks. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Baptist Village Long Term Care, Baptist Village Rehab and INTEGRIS Hospice for their compassionate care during Patricia's final days.