She graduated from Benson High School in 1955, and from Colorado State College in 1959. She later received a Master's degree from Northern Colorado University.
She married David Coles of Craig, CO on 12/28/1959. Pat and David have one son, Matthew.
Pat taught school for 30 years in Craig, Washington, D.C., and Newton Middle School in Centennial.
In addition to her love of children of all ages, Pat lived for tennis and travel.
She is survived by her husband, David; son, Matthew; brother, Jim Kaspar in addition to a cherished 99 year old aunt, Agnes Klessig and many beloved cousins.
Visitation 5 to 7 PM Fri., 10/7/11 and Funeral services 10 AM Sat., 10/8/11 both at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary, 6601 S. Colo. Blvd, Centennial. Services will conclude with a reception. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the donor's charity of choice. Share condolences at olingerchapelhill.com.
Arrangements under the direction of Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary & Cemetery, Centennial, Colorado.