Patricia Kay Dowding
Patricia Kay Dowding
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Patricia is survived by her Wife, Mary Goheen of Battle Creek, Michigan; Sister, Marjorie Coy; Four Daughters: Christi Dowding, Carey (Chris Roe) Johnston, Angie (Clay) Dickerson, DeEtte (Josh) Miller; Six Grandchildren: Kiera (Scott Lee) Dickerson, Noah Johnston, Morgan Johnston, Jayce Williams, Peyton English, Landyn Miller; Two Great-grandchildren; Sage Lee and Eyrys Lee. She was preceded in death by her Mother, Charlotte (Love) Swartz, Father, Melvin Roy Swartz, Brother, Denny Swartz, and her Sister, Pamela Treat.
She enjoyed watching sports, especially the Lions and Tigers games. She really loved camping and playing cards. Patricia's favorite times were spent with Family and Friends. Patricia worked for Ferree's, Hi-Lex, and then Kelloggs for 25 years.
A memorial visitation will be held at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service, 375 West Dickman Road, on Thursday March 12, 2026 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
In Lieu of Flowers, contributions can be made to either the Make A Wish Foundation, American Cancer Society, or St. Jude's.
Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. 269-788-9800 www.baxterfuneral.com
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Valerie Barnaby
March 10, 2026
Pat was so special to me as a young child and all through my life. I really loved her - always felt that she was my family. My heart breaks for you losing your mom girls- Here if you should need anything. God speed Patty - hope you are seeing all of those that you love so much!!!
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Rebecca Susie Samples
March 9, 2026
Sending tight hugs and lots of love to Carey Johnson and family for your loss I pray the Lord embraces you with comfort in this time of loss and sorrow and gives you peace in knowing she's free of pain.
Love you so BIG Ms. Carey
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