Patsy Ann Wilburn

Born on 15 November 1934, Patsy was a beloved matriarch whose warmth and strength touched generations of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Wilburn, who passed on August 24, 2011.

Patsy is survived by her children:

• Michael L. Wilburn of Gore, Oklahoma

• Ellen M. Swearengin of Raymore, Missouri

• Bill J. Wilburn of Rudy, Arkansas

She was a cherished grandmother to:

• Lavinia Horky of Fort Mill, South Carolina (1 great-grandchild)

• Chris Wilburn of Tega Cay, South Carolina (2 great-grandchildren)

• Jeremy Swearengin of Independence, Missouri (3 great-grandchildren)

• David Swearengin of Portland, Oregon (3 great-grandchildren)

• Wendy Hurd of Kansas City, Missouri (2 great-grandchildren)

• James Wilburn of Whidbey Island, Washington (3 great-grandchildren)

• Jolean Long of Alma, Arkansas (5 great-grandchildren)

• Jessica Langston of Alma, Arkansas (3 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren)

• Derek Allen of Rapid City, South Dakota (6 Great Grandchildren)

• Bobby Allen of Rapid City, South Dakota (4 Great Grandchildren)

Patsy’s extended family includes Collean Wilburn of Rudy, Arkansas; David Swearenger of Raymore, Missouri; Francis Swearinger of Independence, Missouri; Micki Swearinger of Portland, Oregon; Phillip Hurd of Kansas City, Missouri; and Sonya Wilburn of Gore, Oklahoma. Samatha Allen of Rapid City, South Dakota; and Melania Allen of Rapid City, South Dakota.

Her legacy lives on through the many lives she shaped with love, faith, and quiet strength. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to a charity of your choice in Patsy’s honor.