"I was sure sorry to learn of Pat's passing. She and I shared a lot of laughs over the years and I will always remember her fondly. My deepest sympathy to all of her family and friends."
In loving memory of
Patricia A. "Pat" Wooddell
March 4, 1943 - September 7, 2020
Patricia A. (Wicevich) Wooddell
Pat A. (Wicevich) Wooddell, of St. David, passed away peacefully at 1:45 p.m. on Monday, September 7, 2020 at The Loft in Canton, Illinois.
She was born on March 4, 1943 in Canton, to August and Ida (Oliver) Wicevich, who preceded her in death.
She married the love of her life, Larry B. Wooddell Sr. on April 6, 1963 in St. David. They were married for 50 years before his passing on March 4, 2014.
Pat is survived by two children, Brooks Wooddell of St. David, and Stacey Wooddell of Lewistown. Two beloved grandchildren Krista Pascal of Lewistown and Will Pascal of Lewistown. She also left behind six great grandchildren whom she adored. Pat is also survived by one sister, Shirley (Ed Hoffman) Wicevich of Canton, and one brother Bill (Becki Lester) Wicevich of Cave Creek Arizona, and several nieces and nephews. She loved her family dearly.
Pat was a life - long resident of St. David. She was an LPN at Sunset Manor in Canton until her retirement in 2008. When she received employee of the month, it stated that she loved the patients and always put their well being first. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister - in - law, aunt and friend to many. She loved laughing and reminiscing about her golfing years and her golf buddies at Wee-Ma-Tuk Country Club, her bunco group, bowling and softball leagues. She was proud of her Croatian roots and loved cooking and eating some of the typical Croatian dishes. Rest easy Pat, you are at peace now and we will never forget you.
A visitation will be held on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, from 1 until 3 p.m.
A graveside service will held Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the St. David Optimist Club or to Fulton County Humane Society.
To leave online condolences, or to view Pat's video tribute, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"I'm so sorry to hear of Patty leaving us. Many memories growing up and visiting when we were at Aunt Ann and Uncle Cecils'. Rest in peace dear Patty. "
"Cindy and I were so sorry to hear of Pat?s passing. I have a lot of wonderful memories of my Aunt Pat. She and my late Mom, Carlene (Wicevich) Slack were close while growing up in St. David. I imagine they have found each other in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers to her kids, Brooks and Stacey, and her siblings, Bill and Shirley. I will remember recent visits we had with Pat at her home in St. David, which at one time was the home of my grandparents. Carl (Sheik) and Allene Wicevich. Pat was so nice to let us tour the house that I spent so many precious times in. Thanks Pat. Rest in eternal peace. Say hello to Mom for me. Chris and Cindy Slack"
"Pat and I were classmates most of 1st grade through high school graduation. My deepest sympathy to the family."
"To the family. Pat was a classmate of ours (in those olden days) at LCHS. Sorry to learn of her passing."
"Pat was a good friend, nurse and cohort. We only batted heads once but we came out better & stronger. Rest in peace my nurse friend. Larry is waiting!!!!"
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, May the God of all comfort and tender mercies comfort you and strengthen you through such great loss. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4"
"I was so sorry to hear Pats passing. I worked with Pat when we were the first breakfast crew at Hardee?s when they opened in Canton and again as nurses at sunset. She was always such a pleasure to work with. Sharing a funny story or being a supportive caring nurse. She will be missed by many. My condolences to Brooks and Stacey and family. take comfort in that she has been reunited with her beloved Larry. "
"So sorry for your loss. I worked with Pat at Sunset. She was a very loving person and will be misses by many. Rest in Peace Pat."
"I am so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. She was such a nice person. I always enjoyed keeping in touch with her through Facebook. I will miss her kind, thoughful comments to me, as well as her encouragement on some bad days. My prayers are with you, Brooks, and the rest of your family, at this difficult time. Much love."
"Prayers and hugs to all of Pat's family and friends. She was a wonderful lady that I so enjoyed golfing with and listening to the Thelma and Louise stories that I know were true. You will be greatly missed Hunky!!!"
"My deepest sympathy to Pat's family. A great lady. Her memories will live on with everyone. Lorenda (Schnarr) Spilker"
"So sorry for your loss. I worked with Pat for many years and she was an exceptional nurse whom always treated her peers and residents with respect and dignity. Rest easy Pat."
"My condolences to Pat's loving family. She was a wonderful human being, and loved by all who knew her. RIP my friend."