Patricia J. Black
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Patricia J. Black, 89, formerly of Eudora, KS peacefully passed away Friday, April 5th at Hillside Village of DeSoto Skilled Nursing Center. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 12th from noon to 1:00 pm at Warren-McElwain Mortuary, Eudora Chapel, Eudora, KS, with funeral following. Private graveside services will be held later at Hubbel Hill Cemetery, Tonganoxie, KS.
She was born March 17, 1930 at her childhood home in rural Knox City, MO. She was the sixth of seven children born to parents, Serrel and Florence SeDonna Fountain.
She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church in Eudora, KS with past membership at the Tonganoxie Christian Church. She was a past member of the Eudora Quilt Guild and PEO Chapter HS, Tonganoxie, KS.
She graduated from Knox City High School in 1948 and attended Western Union School in Springfield, MO. She worked in numerous clerical positions, including bank teller and payroll clerk. She assisted her husband in managing Tonganoxie Motor Freight for 13 years and owned and operated Zoellner’s Dry Goods Store for 10 years before her retirement.
She married Clifford W. Black in Kansas City on November 19, 1949 and they were married 47 years until his passing on July 23, 1997.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Serrel, Jr. and Walter Fountain, and one sister, Betty Warner.
Pat is survived by her two children, Serrel (Diane) Black, Overland Park, KS and Donna (Joe) Ketchum of Eudora, KS. Other survivors include three granddaughters, Jenny Lee, Julie Avila and Jacqueline Black and six great grandchildren, Luke and Mae Audus, and Alex, Haley, Lila and Titus Avila. She is also survived by three sisters, Margaret Anderson, Lakeland, Florida, Ezylene Snell, Canton, MO and JoAnn Arment, Goshen, Indiana.
Pat also leaves behind her dear friend, Bob Cawley, Eudora, KS and many life-long friends from both Eudora and Tonganoxie. Her friends and family were a real source of joy in her life. The family is especially appreciative of the loving care she received from Hillside Village staff, nurses and aids these past 10 months, as well as, the wonderful hospice nurses from the Douglas County Visiting Nurses.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Eudora First Southern Baptist Church or the Great Plains SPCA in Lenexa, KS, and sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
So very sorry Donna, Jenny and Julie. Thinking of you.
Barb Seiwald
So very sorry for the loss of a beautiful soul. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Very sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. She was a very special person. She was a special friend to my mother who will miss her tremendously.
I So loved pat. Enjoyed going on a trip to Mexico with her once. She was a great lady & much fun!!
So sorry for your loss. I remember laughing with her at Zoellner’ s and visiting her down the road from my parent’s. She was a great and funny lady.
Donna and Serrel
I so sorry about your loss. It is so difficult to loose our parents. My thoughts are with you and your families
Theola
Dear Donna and Serrel:
What great memories I have of your mom and dad. What a comfort for you in this tough time to know she is with the Lord. Thinking of you in my prayers.
What a sweet soul…. I was only blessed to know her for a short time but she will be missed by all who knew her .
Sherry Moran
Pat always had the sweetest smile and would make everyone feel so welcome in her company. She was a wonderful lady and she raised a wonderful family. Prayers for her in eternity and for a life well lived.
Donna and Serrel,
Lots of love being sent your way to support you for the loss of your mom, who always had a cheery disposition and a smile everywhere she went.
So thankful for her Love and Kindness to my Grandson – Christian Long -Peace be with Her.
Donna and Family
So sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Our mothers and grandmothers play such an important part in our lives. Wishing you peace and strength as you learn to live with the wonderful memories and the love she left behind. Please know others care.
Pat was a delight any time I had a chance to speak to her. Always smiling and a pleasure to be in her company. My prayers are with you, Donna, and the family at this time of bereavement.
Many are very sorry for this wonderful woma. She always had a smile and made people happy to be around her. She always made me laugh and feel welcomed. Your parents raised wonderful children. I pray for comfort for you and your family.
Many are very sorry for this wonderful woman. She always had a smile and made people happy to be around her. She made me laugh and feel welcomed. Your parents raised wonderful children. I pray for comfort for you and your family.
Dear Donna and Julie and family, I’m sorry that you’ve had to say your earthly goodbyes to your mom and grandma. It’s so hard and I pray the Lord will comfort you with His sweet presence as you adjust to life without her. Much love from your sister in Christ, Katharine Ritter
Donna and Serrel –
Your mom was such a treasure! So blessed so many with her sweet spirit and
beautiful smile. I remember fondly the talks we had and so appreciated her caring ways. Our prayers are with you and your family as you mourn her loss. What a blessing to know she is with the Lord now. Terylan and Gary
Dear Donna and family: so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you as always!
Sending love and may peace be with you all at this difficult time.
Donna and family so many memories of your mom , always a pleasant person she was. I was told that I was named after her because of the family friendship. Bless you all.o0
Few times in my life have I ever felt so welcome and at home as I did when I got to visit with Miss Pat. She had a natural way of making you feel special and loved. During conversation and visits, miss Pat made you feel like there was no one else on the planet but just you and her.
We were blessed beyond measure when Miss Pat started attending Eudora Baptist. She always had something fun to talk about. And she always modeled love for Christ and compassion for others.
Thank you, Lord, for the wonderful blessing of having miss Pat in our lives.
Donna & Serrel,
Sincere condolences from the New family in
Tonganoxie. Pat was such an important part
Of the Tonganoxie community for many years.
Her friendship will be missed.
Our deepest condolences to Donna and her family.
We wish you peace to bring you comfort.
Courage to face the days ahead.
And loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
I’m sorry for your loss. I met and knew Pat from the Eudora Quilt Guild. She was a lovely lady, very warm and welcoming. She will be missed greatly.