Patricia "Pat" (Long) Lovely-Krauzer, 82, formerly of Elkhart, passed away from an extended illness on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at The Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka.

Pat was born on October 1, 1942 to the late, Marvin Edward Long and Mary Maxine Winmiller (Hoon) in Elkhart, IN. Pat was married to James Krauzer. He passed away on February 26,2012. Pat is preceded in death by her spouses, Loristan M. Lovely, Leo Mansfield and James Krauzer; parents, Marvin and Mary; brothers, Marvin E. Long Jr., Timothy Long; sister, Cynthia Shue.

Pat is survived by her children, Duane (Rachael) Lovely of Elkhart, Heather Lovely-Fellows (Jonathan Santiago Jimenez) of South Bend, Leo Mansfield of Elkhart and Tina (Donald) Bright of Amberg, WI; grandchildren, Cymantha, Ashley, Shane, Dru, Kaitlin, Lucas, Lindsey, Dawn and Timothy; and 5 great grandchildren.

Pat lived in Elkhart most of her life. In her earlier years, she was an avid bowler and youth bowling coach.

She was a long time member of the Women of the Moose at the local Elkhart Moose Lodge where she could be found playing Texas Hold Em or Bingo. Pat was also a volunteer of the Elkhart Response Team that assisted in many of Elkhart's special events throughout the year.

In her spare time, Pat would be a regular at the local Bingo nights. She also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles.

Pat was a caring woman whom would help out anyone in need. She could be very opinionated, but it was meant with love.

A Visitation with Patricia's family will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514.

Memorial Contributions may be directed to Pet Refuge c/o ABC Clinic, 4626 S. Burnett Dr., South Bend, IN 46614.

For those that wish to send a condolence, share a memory or order flowers may do so at www.billingsfuneralhome.com.

Pet Refuge
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