Patricia Jane Oswald's Obituary
Patricia Jane “Pat” Oswald, 81, of Eureka, MO, formerly of Okmulgee OK, passed away August 23, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born April 22, 1942 in Berkley, CA to Luther D. and Juanita J. (Davis) Henderson, Pat grew up in Nuyaka OK, and graduated from Beggs High School in 1960. After living for over 25 years in Decatur, IL, Pat returned to Okmulgee to be close to family and friends. In 2019, she moved to Eureka, MO.
Pat was a devout Christian; and, is now enjoying the glory of Heaven. Pat loved her time as a substitute teacher in the Morris schools for over 10 years. She was a loving mother and was very proud of her five grandchildren. She never missed an opportunity to brag about them.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include: daughter M. Diane Engle (John) of Eureka, MO; son Steven W. Oswald (Amy) of Colleyville, TX; grandchildren John D. Engle of Beavercreek, OH, Andrew J. Oswald of Justin, TX, Abigail M. Oswald of New York City, NY, Cassandra D. Engle of Lincoln, NE, and Ethan W. Oswald of Tuscaloosa, AL; brothers Fred (Joyce) Henderson of Nuyaka, OK and Wayne “Rusty” (Kristy) Henderson, Vinita, OK numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 11 am at McClendon-Winters Life Celebration Center, 310 East Sixth St., Okmulgee, Ok 74447. A Private Burial will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Clearview Kids at Clearview Baptist Church, 16950 Loop 56, Okmulgee, Oklahoma 74447.
Arrangements have been entrusted to McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Okmulgee. Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on Patricia’s Tribute Page of our website. www.mcclendon-winters.com
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