Patricia 'Pat' Beebe Hankins

Patricia Mae Beebe Hankins, 80, of El Dorado, died Tuesday, July 24, at the Medical Center of South Arkansas. Born February 24, 1932, in El Dorado, she was a charter member of Immanuel Baptist Church, where she played piano and taught Sunday school. She attended Southern State College (now SAU) in Magnolia.

Pat loved nothing more than being with her family, and had a wonderful laugh. An accomplished horsewoman, she was a member of the El Dorado Riding Club. Taking part in many trail rides, parades, and rodeos over the years, she especially relished the challenges of a spirited horse. A dog person, she owned and was devoted to many different breeds and types throughout her life. As a creative individual, she taught in her own aerobics studio, and mastered different types of craftwork. She enjoyed her grandchildren, and attending auctions and plays. She also could make a great meatloaf, and what might have been the best pound cake in south Arkansas.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband Charles Wayne Hankins, Sr.; as well as a sister, Nina Glynn Beebe White. Survivors include: children Lila Phillips (Jim) and Charles Hankins, Jr., both of El Dorado; Holly Merrill of Frisco, TX; a brother, Aaron Vance Beebe of El Dorado; and four grandchildren: Jessica and Jordan Phillips, and Karis and William Merrill.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM Monday at Immanuel Baptist Church with the Rev. Faron Rogers officiating. Burial will be in Arlington Memorial Park under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the El Dorado Education Foundation (EDEF), Barton Library, the Union County Animal Protection Society (UCAPS), the South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC), or Immanuel Baptist Church.

An online guest registry will be available at www.youngsfuneralhome.com.