Elaine Ann Patkus' Obituary
Elaine Ann Patkus, 79, of Decatur, IL passed away May 6, 2024, at her residence.
Elaine was born January 30, 1945, in Burlington, IA, the daughter of Wilfred and Melva (Miller) Schmeiser. She married John Robert Patkus on August 24, 1968, in Burlington, IA. She had attended the Open Bible College in Des Moines, IA.
Elaine was a member of Renaissance Church, Decatur, IL. She loved listening to southern gospel music, especially the Gaithers. She enjoyed singing in her church choirs over the years.
Surviving are her husband, John; daughter, Tonya Patkus of Harristown, sister, Connie Bell (Jack) of Kingston, IA; brother, Marvin Schmeiser (Connie) of Antigo, WI, Stanley Schmeiser (Maggie) of West Des Moines, IA; grandchildren, Cody Durbin (fiancé, Mikayla Jackson), Kendall Durbin; step grandchild, Ashley Durbin, and step great grandchild, Paisley Seats.
She was preceded in death by her parents and four babies in heaven.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM Friday May 10, 2024, at Renaissance Church, Decatur, IL. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM till 11:00 AM, Friday, May 10, 2024, at the Church. Burial will be at Harristown Cemetery.
Memorials: Renaissance Church, Decatur, IL.
Condolences may be left to Elaine’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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