Patricia Gaa-Hobson

Patricia was born in Springfield on November 10, 1930, the daughter of Milton Bradshaw and Eva Speaks Stewart.

She graduated from Springfield High School and worked for the Illinois House of Representatives for many years, retiring in 1992. Patricia was a very passionate bridge player and was active in many bridge groups.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Wilma Jean Hester; brother, John “Jack” Stewart; and grandchild, Charlie Gaa.

Patricia is survived by her children, Paula (Sonny) Stover of Euharlee, GA, Pam (Kevin) Kazmaier of Mesa, AZ, Peter (Sheila) Gaa of Boerne,TX, and Patti (Bob) Gaa Porter of St. Louis, MO; grandchildren, Joe Carroll, Jeff Carroll, Mike and Zack Kazmaier, Lily Gaa, and Katherine and Brian Porter; four great-grandchild, Christian Carroll, McKenzie, Charlie and Rylie Kazmaier; sister-in-law, Rosemary Stewart of Sherman; many nieces and nephews; and several cousins.

Private Graveside Ceremony will take place at Roselawn Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 2941 S. Koke Mill Rd., Springfield, IL 62711.

The family is being served by Boardman-Smith Funeral Home, 800 S. Grand Ave. West, Springfield.