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Patricia Jane Rettle, nee Switala, 69, of Swansea, Illinois, born December 7, 1947, in Belleville, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at home.
Patricia spent her career with Memorial Hospital in Belleville as a dietary aide for almost 40 years. She was a past member of the Mascoutah Sportsman's Club's Ladies Axillary. She also enjoyed attending the Stock car races at Belle-Clair Speedway in Belleville, when her sons were part of several race teams. She also enjoyed watching Nascar and her favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt, Jr. She loved spending time with friends and family; she especially cherished the times she got together with all of her cousins and any time spent with her grandson. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend, who will truly be missed by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her son, Larry Gould, in infancy; and her parents, Bernard "Benny" and Florence, nee Klingenhegan, Switala.
Surviving to cherish her memory are her two sons, Raymond (Cassie) Rettle and Joseph Rettle, both of Belleville, Illinois; her grandson, Dylan Rettle; a sister, Barbara (Terry) Schneider of O'Fallon, Illinois, a niece and nephew, and many cousins and friends.
Memorials are appreciated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Condolences may also be expressed online at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com.
Visitation: Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Illinois.
Funeral: A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the funeral home with Monsignor William McGhee officiating. Entombment will be held privately in Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, Illinois.
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November 18, 2017
Dona Hickman Friel
Sending good thoughts and prayers. Hoping your wonderful memories of Patty will comfort you in this difficult time.
November 15, 2017
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Jeanette Plake
I have known Patty forever.
She was a great friend. We worked together at Memorial 40 years. And I have enjoyed spending time with Patty and other friends at our luncheons. My heart goes out to her family. I will miss my dear friend.
November 15, 2017
Andrea Howard
i worked with pat for many years. my deepest sympathy to her family. she was a great person to be around. Andrea Howard
November 15, 2017
Bonnie Sowels
My lifelong friendship with Patty began when our World War Two fathers met and became friends, married the love of their life, and had children. I have many a fond memory of Pat and her family coming out to our farm for Sunday BBQ's, putting on cheerleading exhibitions, dressing up as nuns, and putting on skits/plays for our parents to enjoy. My husband, Jerry, knew Patty as well when attending the Teenage Center in Belleville for dances, living in Swansea and working at Memorial Hospital.
In our adulthood our mothers and us daughters formed a group called "The Rat Pack." We had so much fun attending various events and just sitting around the table eating good food and laughing so hard that our cheeks hurt and tears streaming down our cheeks.
Pat had some trials and tribulations throughout her life; but she always perceviered and came out stronger than ever. I truly admired her for that....
My deepest sympathy to her two sons, Ray and Joe, and her sister Barb. Pat was so happy when she became a grandma. She never hesitated to talk about her grandson and shared pictures of him for everyone to see. He was the light of her life.
Jerry and I will miss you with all our hearts. Rest in peace.
Your loving Rat Pack buddy,
Bonnie (Louis) & Jerry Sowels
November 14, 2017
Lisa Rolen
Patti was a fun vivacious lady! Met her at Memorial. We had fun times at the Balloon Glow, Fort De Charters, and other trips! Fly high sweet angel!
November 13, 2017
Elaine Hanradt
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
November 13, 2017
My husband and I both worked with Pat for many years. Pat was a great worker. She worked hard but also knew how to have fun. I will I miss her at our monthly luncheons.. My sympathies to her family, just keep in your hearts forever..
Marilyn Barttelbort
November 13, 2017
Michele Ortman
I worked with Pat many years. She was fun and thoughtful. She will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy to her family.
November 12, 2017
Stephen Smith
I worked with Pat at memorial hospital from 1989-1993. She was dear friend and a wonderful person. I moved to Arizona in 1993, but stayed in touch with her. She will be greatly missed.
Stephen Smith
Cottonwood, Arizona
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