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Patricia Oberbillig Obituary
Patricia Ann Adams Oberbillig was born in Akron, Ohio on August 30, 1943 to Maggie Bell Hargrove and Jim F. Adams. She died at home in Des Moines, Iowa on October 2, 2018 after a five - month struggle with Glioblastoma.
She lived in Cadiz, Kentucky, during her younger childhood. She returned to Akron during elementary school and graduated from South High School in 1961.
Pat married young and had two children. Their family moved to Des Moines, Iowa in 1974.
Pat attended Drake University and received her Bachelor's degree in 1982. Pat earned her Master of Divinity at Saint Paul School of Theology and was ordained into ministry in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in 1985. She served as a chaplain and minister in Des Moines and retired in 1999.
Pat and Robert Oberbillig were married in 1999 sharing 19 wonderful years together.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents and five siblings, Virginia Martin, Mallie Morris, Jimmie Woody, Ben Adams, and Mary Marmaduke. Four of Pat's siblings remain in the greater Akron area including: Clara Carr,
Bobby Adams (Pat),
Norma Swank (Ronnie), and Carolyn Harrison (Don). Her brother, Bill Adams (Sandy) lives in England.
In addition to her beloved husband, she is survived by her children, Kent Ryan of Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Halli Sanford-Ryan) and Connie Ryan of Des Moines; three adult stepchildren and spouses; 11 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Friday, October 12 at Iles Funeral Homes - Dunn's Chapel in Des Moines, Iowa. A service celebrating Pat's life will be held on Saturday, October 13 at First Christian Church in Des Moines.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be given to Interfaith Alliance of Iowa, First Christian Church (Des Moines), Plymouth Congregational Church (Des Moines), or the Des Moines Symphony.
Additional information may be found at IlesCares.com.
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Cheryl Williams
October 9, 2018
We are so very sorry for the loss to the family and send prayers for comfort and peace.
October 6, 2018
I knew Pat when I lived in Des Moines years ago. I considered her my friend. Years have past and sorry to say when I moved away I lost touch. I do remember how happy she was to marry Bob. Both were blessed and she deserved every minute of happiness from that marriage.
My deepest condolences to her family.
Jackie (Gay) Brannon
Dr. Dave and Linda Hansen
October 5, 2018
Dear Bob, Kent, Connie and Family,
We were saddened to learn of Pat's passing. May her tremendous life and service to others provide you with comfort. She was an exceptional person and we enjoyed the many years of knowing and working with your family while we were in Des Moines.
Please know that her wonderful memories will be with all of us during this difficult time. May God be with all of you.
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