Patricia Ann Starkel went home to Jesus on September 5, 2007 after being diagnosed with a sudden illness. She was born in Seattle, WA on May 31, 1942. She met her husband, William in March of 1959 and they were married November that same year. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, William R. Starkel; four children, Cheryl Steve Busby, Laurie Leo Carpenter, Randy June Starkel and Paul Starkel; 10 Grandchildren; 4 Great-Grandchildren and numerous additional family and friends. Visitation will be held Sunday, September 9th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm with services to follow, Monday, Sepember 10th at 2:00pm at Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home 11111 Aurora Ave N Seattle, WA.