Patsy B. Wade, P.H.A., 80, of Austin, TX, passed away at home on March 22, 2020, after a long battle with COPD. She is predeceased by her parents, Tom and Lucille (Daily) Benson, of Uvalde, TX and husband, Jack Wade. She is survived by many friends and loved ones including Judi Hartell, Claire Johnson, Lee Martin and Ingrid and Jack Burton of Austin TX; Sandra Stemmler of St. Louis, MO and Maria and Terri Kelley of Cameron, TX.
Patsy, better known as PW to her friends, grew up in Uvalde, TX. She often talked about her wonderful childhood and her early love of dogs. Her first dog was a Boxer named Dolly who was her constant companion. In 1978 she attended her first dog show. Shortly after, she entered her mother’s Cairn Terrier puppy in her first conformation dog show and it was the beginning of a life-long love affair with showing dogs. PW’s career as a professional dog handler spanned over 50 years. PW was a talented handler and groomer, guiding numerous Cairn Terriers, Norwich Terriers, Norfolk Terriers, Miniature Schnauzers and Scottish Terriers to top awards. She was passionate about dogs and treated each of her charges with the greatest care and love.
Donations in Patsy's memory may be made to:
Take The Lead
P.O. Box 6353
Watertown, NY 13601
WWW.TAKETHELEAD.ORG
or to a charity of your choice.
A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
