Patricia Ann Hanlon

Patricia Ann Hanlon, 80, of Wells County, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at her daughter’s home. She was born January 29, 1941 in Jones county, Miss., daughter of the late James Burnis and Alma Louise (Gibson) Graves. Patricia grew up on a dairy farm and was honored to perform at the Rose Bowl and in the Parade as a majorette with her high school band. She worked as a department store manager, an Avon Representative, and a cookware demonstrator. Additionally, she worked as a homemaker; caring for her home and family, gardening, and preserving food. She enjoyed fishing and woodworking with her late husband. She was a mother to all. She struggled with her health and disabilities for many years, but always had a smile on her face. Surviving are her children, Lee (Cami) Hanlon, Jr., Machelle (Tom) Truemper, and Connie Blair; sons of heart, Arvin Bodenhimer and Randy Blair; seven grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and sisters, Annette Gilmore of Purvis, Miss. and Bonnie Trippe of Slidelle, LA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Leroy Hanlon, Sr. in 2007; sister, Sara Kate Josey; and grandson, David Hanlon. Visitation will be at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home, 120 West Mill Street, Ossian, IN 46777 on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM with the funeral following. Burial will be at Hoverstock Cemetery. Memorial may be made to the family. To leave condolences, visit www.elzey-patterson-rodak.com.