Patricia Corken Sublett
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Patricia (Pat) Corken Sublett passed away on November 19, 2024, at Cedarhurst Senior Living of Lawrence surrounded by her family. She was born on May 23, 1935, in Hiawatha, KS to Robert N. Corken and Caroline Jane Porch Corken. She had one brother, Robert Corken who preceded her in death. She grew up in Hiawatha, graduating from Hiawatha High School in 1953. She attended Baker University in Baldwin City, KS, graduating in 1957. She received a master’s degree from the University of Kansas in 1972.
While at Baker she met Steve R. Sublett, and they were married on July 27, 1958. They were married 66 years. She is survived by him and one daughter, Susan Newton and husband Bill of Claremont, CA, one son, Steve C. and wife Cheryl of Daytona Beach, FL, four grandchildren, Katy and Sam Newton, Sophia Sublett and wife Dr. Jesna Sublett, Connor Sublett and wife Du Shuang Miao, three great-grandchildren, Wynter and Steven Sublett, Du Kaisen, and one great-granddaughter on the way. She leaves behind two sisters-in-law, Virginia Sublett and Annette Corken. She is also survived by her beloved dog, Loki.
Prior to their marriage, Pat taught 9th grade English and Geography in the Shawnee Mission School District. While her children were young, she taught Homebound students. She then taught 7th Grade Common Learnings (English and Geography) in the Lawrence School District at South Junior High from the time it was opened until her retirement in 1988. After her retirement she enjoyed traveling with her husband and friends as well as several family vacations with her immediate family.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Lawrence, the Delta Delta Delta Sorority, PEO and the National Education Association.
Her life was centered on her husband, children and grandchildren as well as her many friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. First United Methodist Church 946 Vermont St. Lawrence, KS.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church of Lawrence https://tinyurl.com/2s3ed9y8 or to the Visiting Nurses of Douglas County https://kansasvna.org/donate.
I never had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Sublett, but she must have been a very special lady. I took Chemistry from Mr. Sublett in the 60’s. He was a great teacher and a mentor who made a huge impact on my life. I just want to say how sorry I am for your loss and to let you know there are prayers being said for the family.
Love and prayers for all of your wonderful family. Grateful she is at peace.
Mrs. Sublett was a wonderful, sweet lady. Mr. Sublett, I’m so sorry for your loss.
Susan i am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I so remember in school. Send lots of prayer to you and your family. Mr. Sublett so sorry for the loss as well. May she rest in peace.
I loved taking care of her while she was at cedarhurst!! She had such the sweetest soul and the cutest smile. I am sorry for your loss, prayers
I was in Mrs. Sublett’s class at SJHS in the late 70s. She is one of the few teachers that I remember. In other words, she made an impact. My condolences to her family. ❤️
She always had a wonderful smile, everytime I saw her. I am sorry for your loss and am thinking of you all.
Pat and I were sorority sisters in Delta Delta Delta at Baker University. She and her husband Steve credit me for introducing them. I guess it worked out. We have started in touch all these years and I know she will be missed by all who knew her.