Patricia M. King, 76, of Thompsonville, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at her residence.
She was born on April 22, 1941, to Gardner “Bub” and Ruby (Lyle) Murphy in Mt. Vernon, IL. Pat was a homemaker. She married Bobby “Bob” King, and he survives.
Mrs. King attended Caldwell Baptist Church in West Frankfort for many years and most recently was a member of New Life Church of God, Benton, IL.
Pat was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was known for her famous homemade chocolate chip cookies. Pat enjoyed researching family genealogy, collecting cookbooks and magazines. She was faithful to her Lord and Savior. Her children and grandchildren could do no wrong, and held a special place in her heart.
Patricia is survived by her loving spouse of 58 years, Bobby “Bob” King; six children, Terry King, Russell King and wife Debbie, Dale King and wife Melissa, Mark King and wife Sandy, Stefanie Clements and husband Ralph and Robert King and special friend Laura; she is survived by her 19 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; a brother Gardner Lee Murphy and wife Martha.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Gardner “Bub” and Ruby Murphy.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.
Visitation will be held Saturday, September 30, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017, at 12:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL, with Pastor Rod Joplin, officiating. Burial will follow services in Denning Cemetery, Orient, IL.
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.
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