Patricia Lou (Morrison) Powell, 76, of Elkhart, fought the good fight and passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on November 24, 1946, in Elkhart, to the late Floyd Sr. and Rosetta (Mabie) Morrison. On July 1, 1962, Patricia married the love of her life, Ronald "Ronnie" Powell Sr.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband of 61 years; sons, Ray (Shelly) Powell of Bristol, Rick (Kim) Powell of Elkhart, and Ryan (Melanie Shangle) Powell of Dunlap; 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sisters, Rosemary (Frank) Conner of Dowagiac, MI, and Nancy Durie of Elkhart; sister-in-law, Claire Morrison of Elkhart; and a loving host of extended family, friends, and acquaintances.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Floyd (Sally) Morrison II, and William "Bill" Morrison; and brother-in-law, Jim Durie.

Services for Patricia will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Billings Funeral Home with visitation from 9 AM to 10:30 AM and a service to follow beginning at 10:30 AM. Pastor Mark Johnson of Elkhart Life Church will be officiating the services and burial will immediately follow at Prairie Street Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are kindly requested to go to Cancer Resources for Elkhart County, 23971 US Hwy 33, Elkhart, IN 46517, or to Goshen Home Care & Hospice, 1147 Professional Dr., Goshen, IN 46526.

The family would like to thank Goshen Hospice for their excellent care and kindness extended towards the family and Patricia in her last days.

Patricia worked at Troyer Products for several years until her retirement.

In her spare time, Patricia could be found in the yard gardening and going on camping trips, always finding an opportunity to go barefoot and feel the earth beneath her feet. She also loved to write, whether it be a song, a poem, or a simple letter. Her creativity and soul would flow through the words, leading a few of her pieces to be published for the world to enjoy. Most importantly, Patricia always looked forward to spending time with her family and her dog, especially when it came to her grand and great grandchildren, whom she adored.

Patricia was strong in her faith, always devoting her Sunday mornings to watching televised church sermons or listening to gospel hymns. She passed on this devotion to her loved ones, bringing them closer to each other and their beloved savior, Jesus Christ.

Patricia will best be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who was a hardworking, selfless, and kind soul.  She would give the shirt off her back to anyone in need and would always listen with honesty and truth in her heart. Her spirit, guiding light, and care will be dearly missed by those whose hearts she touched throughout her life.

Cancer Resources for Elkhart County
23971 US Highway 33, Elkhart IN 46517
Tel: 1-574-875-5158
Email: info@elkhartcancer.org
Web: https://elkhartcancer.org/support-cancer-patients-donate/

Goshen Home Care & Hospice
PO Box 139, Goshen IN 46527
Tel: 1-574-364-2700
Web: http://Goshenhealth.com/forms/foundation-form