Patricia “Pat” Dieckhaus
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A visitation for Pat “Snappy Pat” Dieckhaus, 63, Lawrence will be held from 6:00 -8:00 p.m., Monday, August 20, 2018 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary. She passed away Friday, August 17, 2018 at Pioneer Ridge after a brief bout with cancer.
Pat was born January 11, 1955 in Richmond Heights, MO, the daughter of Donald and Barbara (Carney) Dieckhaus.
Pat attended Emporia State University where she studied acting and met many lifelong friends. Upon arriving in Lawrence in the early 80’s, Pat ran Snappy Gas and Bahnmaier Liquor for many years during which she was also the P.A. for KU Women’s Basketball games. After retiring in 2006 from the Post Office she enjoyed volunteering at the LMH South, where she continued to make many friends along the way.
Survivors include her brother, Mike Dieckhaus and family of Overland Park; her beloved dog Pepper; partner, Nancy Workman of Lawrence and “The Girls”, Madison Metsker and Megan Workman.
Memorial Contributions may be made in her name to the Lawrence Humane Society and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
Terry and I are so very sorry to hear about Pat passing away. Pat was a very sweet person. We always considered her a great friend and she will be missed. Will always look for her at the reception desk at LMH South, as the last few years she was there when I would go in. Prayers for her family and friends.
I already miss seeing and talking with Pat at LMH South. She was funny and full of life, and sometimes mischief.
She is well loved by many.
I hold her in my heart.
I am so sorry for the loss of Pat. I will sure miss her happiness she brought to LMH South. Always had a smile and great conversation. RIP Pat.
Pat was a dear friend. She had a great sense of humor and I enjoyed our many conversations. Pat was always encouraging and supportive when my parents both became ill and I was making frequent trips from New York. She always lifted my spirits. I admire her bravery in these extremely difficult past few weeks. Pat will be missed by many.
Pat was my friend for 47 years. She was always there for me.
Pat, I can hear your voice and your laugh in my head, just by thinking of you.
Pat was one of a kind in the very best way. I’m so glad re re-connected in recent years. Bon Voyage, Pat — I feel certain that your next adventures will be rich.
I am so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. She was a wonderful ,kind, and upbeat person. Dr P Morte
I was sorry to learn about Pat’s death. She was a good and reliable friend. She will be missed by many.
I was saddened to hear of Pat’s passing. I knew her well when I lived in Lawrence back in the 80s and 90s and have many fond memories to hold onto. My condolences to her family.
Pat was one of the most extraordinary people I have had the pleasure to know. She was always so upbeat and positive. Her kindness and compassion were unsurpassed. All who knew her were made to feel special by her generosity of spirit. Please accept my sincere condolences to all who loved her.
Pat was a bright light to all who knew her. Always had a smile and a kind word for people and was very funny, as well. Happy to have known her and will definitely miss her.
Have fond memories of Pat from our shenanigans in high school. She was a good friend then. Sending comfort and strength to her partner, Nancy, and her brother, Mike and his family, in the days ahead.
As Pat’s high school theatre teacher, I have so many fond memories of her. She was so much fun and such a hard worker. She was an integral part of our program and a delight to know. May she rest in peace.
I knew Pat from high school. Lost track of her. We spent a lot of time together at school in classes together. The video is beautiful. It looks like she found happiness. That’s what we all aim for. Sorry for the loss. May she rest in peace.