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Patsy Lee Bunch-Feeley
May 8, 1931-October 2, 2019
KNOXVILLE, IL-Patsy Lee Bunch-Feeley, 88, died peacefully at 9:52 p.m. on October 2, 2019 at Courtyard Estates in Knoxville, IL, with her daughter by her side.
Patsy was born on May 8, 1931 in Amarillo, Texas to Charles M. and Nellie Hazel (Harlow) Bunch. She had two brothers, Charles R. Bunch and Richard D. Bunch. She was raised in Rock Island, Illinois, graduating from Rock Island High School. She married Jack L. Grace in 1948. They later divorced. They had three daughters, Jacki, Deborah, and Jerri.
Patsy worked in various secretarial positions in the Quad Cities, including many years as secretary to the Dean of Admissions at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Approximately forty years ago she moved to Port Angeles, Washington. There she served on many boards for various service and civil organizations in her community. She loved politics, and was also involved in running campaigns for political candidates. For 23 years, she served as Senior Legislative Assistant to Washington State Senator James Hargrove. She also ran his District Office in Port Angeles, when not in legislative session in Olympia. She helped many people to resolve their serious issues when no one else could. She retired from her work only 4 years ago, at the age of 84. Patsy loved music, everything from Patsy Cline to Andy Williams, to Nat King Cole, to Pavarotti. She loved "her" Olympic mountains in Washington. She was an amazing woman. She will be truly missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, and two daughters, Jacki L. Tuttle, and Jerri L. Michl. She is survived by her daughter Deborah (James)Goodrich of Galesburg, Il, 10 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.
Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at Rock Island Memorial Park Cemetery, in Rock Island, Illinois. Chaplain Jordan Knight will officiate. Family and friends are welcome. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg, Illinois. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.
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Senator Hargrove
October 28, 2019
Patsy was more than a loyal employee, she was the best, she would keep track of the constituent cases she solved and report to me. She never failed. So many people continue to tell me of the miracles Patsy worked on their behalf. She also supported me completely especially when I was under some political pressure. She became a great friend whom I could totally rely on. This Senator would not have been worth much without Patsy in his camp.
Char Carte
October 13, 2019
What a great woman! She was very supportive of o3a and the mission. I always came away in awe after talking to her.
October 8, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Remember that the God of Comfort cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7
Jo Westbay-Placher
October 5, 2019
Patsy was a beautiful soul who I was honored to help her. She had to cutest smile and her eyes sparkled. Debbie My thots and prayers are with you. May she rest in peace with The Father
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