1934
2010
Patsie Ann Ely, 76, of Chillicothe, passed away at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria after a fifteen year battle with kidney disease.
She was born on March 5, 1934 in Bradford, IL to Marvin and Frieda (Cox) Taylor. She married Leland Ely on June 14, 1952 in Sikeston, MO. He preceded her in death on June 25, 1998 in Chillicothe. Her parents, one brother, Robert Taylor and one grandson, Christopher Ely also preceded her in death.
Surviving are her three children, Paul (Georgianna) Ely of Liberty, MO; David Ely of Peoria, IL and Veronica (David) Lucas of Bartonville, IL. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Megan Ely of Chicago, IL; Erin (Joshua) Horst of Cedar Rapids, IA and Michael Lucas of Bartonville, two sisters, Shirley (William) Herberger of Florida and Mary Ferando of Litchfield, IL, one brother, Jerry Taylor of Kewanee, IL and several nieces and nephews.
Patsie worked in the customer service department at GTE in Chillicothe for 13 years until they closed. She was an avid card player, who loved pinochle and bridge and sang with the Kitchen Ladies at several area nursing homes. Patsie was a loving mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed.
There will be no visitation. Cremation rites will be accorded. Burial of the urn will be at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or to T.A.P.S. Please visit Patsie's life story at www.davison-fulton-andersonchapel.com.
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July 26, 2010
RaeAnn Bowen
I enjoyed taking care of Patsi. She was a wonderful person. I lost my breathe when i found out that Patsi passed. To David, Veronica and Paul I am sorry for your loss. Your mom was a good person and had a excellent personality. I still can hear that laugh.
July 10, 2010
Danielle Taylor
June 30, 2010
Larry & Velta (Smith) Haynes
To all of your family-
I was so sorry to see the news in the paper of your loss. I'll always remember your mom with her cheerful attitude and winning smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 30, 2010
Betty Whitehurst
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
June 29, 2010
Paul, Veronica & David - She was my big sister, my buddy and my friend. I have so many wonderful memories of Patsie. She was there for me from the day I was born. It's hard to believe I will never again be able to call her number and hear her say, "Hi Maresie"!My only comfort is to know she is now at peace and without pain. She was one-of-a kind. I will love her and miss her until the day I die.
Love, Aunt Mary
June 29, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Patsie very well but my parents were friends of Leland's parents. I remember going to their house in the county when I was a child. Again so sorry for your loss.. Sandy Maddex Bogner
June 29, 2010
I used to sing with your mother in the kitchen band - loved her 3rd part harmony! She was a fun person to be around and was always talking about her family - you kids and her grandkids. Even though I haven't seen her for quite a while, I will miss knowing she's not here anymore.
I'm sorry for your loss.
Rosemary Eckstein
June 28, 2010
susie hoerr
So sorry to hear about the passing of Patsy...she has been a staple in the Cloverdale neighborhood. We have many fond memories of all of you. Prayers and thoughts to your families.
Ida Stoecker and Susie (Stoecker) Hoerr
June 28, 2010
John LaPayne
Hello everyone - we are all very sad to learn of your mom's passing but we have plenty of wonderful thoughts and memories. Our family spent some great times with Patsie and yours and I can still here her scolding me in her friendly way.
Jonn and Melody LaPayne, Maria D LaPayne and the rest of the LaPayne family
June 27, 2010
Meghan Bilyeu
To Mary and Family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. Sisters are so special. Your family is in my prayers. May the next days come with good memories and comfort from friends and family.
June 27, 2010
Lynne Gabriel
You're mom had such a great sense of humor. I'll never forget her writing in my autograph book, I was a kid: "I like ya little, I like ya big; I like ya like a little pig!" I can't imagine how much you all will miss her. My thoughts are with you all. Lynne (Dunblazier) Gabriel
June 27, 2010
Dave,
I am so sorry to read about your mother's passing. My sympathies to you and your family.
Kathleen Reising
June 27, 2010
judi dansizen
I will miss Patsie! She was so spunky and full of life and always brightened up a room. My thoughts are with you.
Judi Dansizen. APN
Renal Care Associates
June 27, 2010
ruth aldridge
My condolences to Patsie's family. I am friends with her sister Shirley Herberger, and have followed Patsie's progress over the years. She had a long hard battle and fought it courageously. May she rest in peace and no more pain...
Ruth Aldridge
Harlingen, TX.
June 27, 2010
So sorry to hear about your Mother. It will not be the same to go by the Ely's house and not see her looking out the window and waving. My prayers are with you and your families. Diane Shockey
June 27, 2010
Although I haven't seen your Mother in quite a while. I remember her as a warm friendly person, with a ready smile. I am so sorry for your loss, I'm sure she will be greatly missed. The Miller family, Don and Jackie
June 27, 2010
Dave, my condolences to you during this time in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Brad Waddell
June 26, 2010
Your Mother was a wonderful lady. I am so sorry for your lost.My prayer and thoughts are with you all. Jean Karrick,Fresenius Medical Care, North Peoria
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