Patricia Lee Dowling

On October 26, 2025, at 96 years young, our "Family Treasure," Patricia Lee Dowling (Lanway), peacefully passed, joining her beloved husband Robert Joseph Dowling (Bob) and son Gregory Sean Dowling in heaven. She grew up in Auburn, WA with her dear mother Marion Lanway (Bartlett) and father Lee Lanway along with her adored siblings sister Joyce and brother Bill. Patty’s life was a masterclass in love and dedication.

After marrying the love of her life Bob, they settled down in Kent, WA and started creating a wonderful legacy together. She made her home a welcoming place full of love and joy for her children—Bobby, Suzy, Jana, Jamie, Greg, and Kim—and welcomed and extended that warmth to all who knew her.

Her spirit lives on through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Though she has left us, the kindness and beauty she brought to the world will be in our hearts forever.

Services will be held on February 27, 2026

*Mass 11:00 at St Anthony's Church, Kent WA

*Celebration of Life 12:30 – 6:00 Masonic Hall, Kent WA

Please contact Patty’s children for more information.