Patricia Eilert Obituary
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Pat met and married David Eilert in Columbia, MO. Together, they raised their daughters, Tina and Shawnda, on their farm in Kansas. Pat also began the Sugar Shack while living in Kansas, a quaint spice shop that she relocated to Branson in 1988 when she and David moved to the area.
Pat's entrepreneurial spirit extended into Branson's local businesses as well. She operated American Pride Tours for 20 years and was an active member of the Tour Guide Association. Her compassion and generosity drove her to establish two non-profit organizations. Dress A Living Doll provided area children in need with clothing and special handmade items. Bundles of Joy blessed new mothers with gift baskets containing essential baby supplies along with handmade quilts and afghans.
Pat enjoyed her hobbies of crafting, painting, sewing, and bowling at the local Dogwood Lanes. She participated as a vendor in numerous craft shows. Known for her handmade quilts and afghans, she would give them to veterans at the veteran's home. Pat was fervently patriotic and active in the DAV Auxiliary.
Pat is survived by her daughters, Tina Ross (Pete) of Eureka Springs, AR and Shawnda Eilert of Nickerson, KS; her brother, Kenny Sparks (Juanita) of Holts Summit, MO; her sister, Lesa Riley (Mitch) of Columbia, MO; her grandchildren, Kassandra Groll (Jake), Michiel Weisner, Christopher Weisner, and Katelyn Ross (Oz); her precious great-grandchildren, Natalia, Kaliah, and soon to be born, baby Ellie. Pat is also survived by her close friend, Jack Bare of Branson. Pat was preceded in death by her husband, David, her parents, and a sister.
Patricia Kay Eilert's character was marked by her generous nature, creative spirit, and passionate demeanor. She will be profoundly missed but remembered in every act of determination, kindness and creativity.
Services will be Wednesday, September 13, 2023 in Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home & Crematory, Branson. Visitation will begin at 2:30 PM with funeral services following at 4:00 PM. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Beloit, Kansas on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 1:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat's memory are requested to the DAV Auxiliary, 615 Parnell Dr., Branson, MO 65616.
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Tammy Burks
September 12, 2023
Watching her bowl and loving it she was awesome to meet and become friends 4years ago. Bowling the coffee club with her, bowling color pin on Saturday night. Enjoying the game, even when she was hurt she still bowled and never complained about the pain her hand was in. We bowled at one of her bowling charities she held and she talked to everyone she was such a super sweet lady. I'm so glad I meet Pat my life is fuller having such a kind lady to look up to (ok she was short lol). but full of spice and sass!
Shirley Bunger
September 8, 2023
She was a great friend that will be missed. I had helped Pat on several occasions at the Sugar Shack store in Beloit and went with her to many craft shows to help sell her items from the store. In fact, I still have a ficus tree I bought from said store still growing after all these years. So many fond memories of Pat & Dave. Many fun times spent together before they moved to Branson. You both are and will be missed.
Marnie Peterson
September 7, 2023
I will miss this beautiful friend. She was one of a kind and a gem of a person.
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