Patricia A. Richards

Patricia A. Richards, 72, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Elkhart Hospice House. She was born on March 23, 1947 to the late August and Anna (Doncilovic) Vlaeminck.

Patricia is survived by her son, David (Deanna) Richards; daughter, Nancy Misener and Jim Prentkowski; grandchildren, Patrick “Clay” Misener, Cody Alan Franks, Drew Ann Richards; great granddaughter, Guinevere Elysse Misener “Gem”; and brother, Steven Vlaeminck. She is preceded in death by her parents and half-sister, Josephine Voelker.

In accordance with the family’s wishes, cremation was chosen and will take place at Billings Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Elkhart. A celebration of life gathering of family and friends will take place on Sunday, October 27, 2019 from 2-5 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 1500 Co Rd 6, Elkhart, IN 46514. Memorial donations may be given to The Elkhart Hospice House, 22579 Old U.S. 20, Elkhart, IN 46516.

Patricia worked for Bayer and White Hall for many years before retirement. She also worked as a custodian at the Elkhart County Courthouse. She was an official member of the Moose Lodge in Elkhart and was proud of her membership there. Patricia was a real “country girl” with a heart of gold and a love for line dancing. She grew up on a farm for most her life and raised chickens and horses. Patricia loved her family and will be missed greatly by them all.  

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