Patsy Koonce
June 26, 1950 ~ April 20, 2023
Born in:
Highland, IL
Resided in:
Greenville, IL
Patsy Koonce, age 72, of Greenville passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Barnes Jewish Hospital, surrounded by her family.
Patsy was born on June 26, 1950, in Highland, IL, the daughter of Edward Rudolph and Irene Ordelle (Hediger) Wegman. She married Richard Lee Koonce Sr., at the First Christian Church, in Greenville, IL, on December 6, 1975. They were married for 47 blessed years.
Patsy graduated from Greenville High School and later worked at Greenville Service and DeMoulin Brothers. Her greatest joy came from her family and friends and was known for her infectious laugh, kind heart, friendly personality, and “Patsy” moments. In her free time, Patsy loved spending quality time with her family, camping with her husband, gardening and always on the lookout for a good bargain. Patsy’s impact on those who knew her will be felt for generations to come.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a twin sister, Nancy Wegman, sister, Kathy Michaelis, brothers, Edward Britt, Kenny Wegman, Jim Wegman, Dan Wegman, and son in law, Vernon Heuer.
She is survived by her husband, Richard of Greenville, IL; children, Richard Lee (April) Koonce, Jr., Cindy (Juan ‘Toad’) Vann of Bainbridge, GA, Kelly Runge of Edwardsville, IL, Jaime Heuer of Grenville, IL, and Annette (Ed) Hill of Mulberry Grove, IL; grandchildren, Lyndsie Pennell of Bradford, FL, Megan Koonce of Vandalia, IL, Taylor Koonce of Sneads, FL, Rachel Koonce of Greenville, IL, Hunter Koonce of Smithboro, IL, Robert Williams of Pensacola, FL, Kellee Small of Port Charlotte, FL, Scott Pike of Bainbridge, GA, Kaylee (Trey) Garrison of Trenton, IL, Tyler Postol of St. Louis, MO, Jarett Postol of Edwardsville, IL, Adisyn Postol of Edwardsville, IL, Jessica (Trey)Thompson of Flora, IL, Nathan File of Mulberry Grove, IL; 9 great grandchildren with 1 on the way; and 2 siblings, Bruce (Becky) Wegman of Trenton, IL and Linda Schleper of Pocahontas, IL.
Visitation: 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Thursday, April 27, 2023, at Assalley Funeral Home, 118 E. College Ave., Greenville, IL 62246.
Memorial Service: 7:00 pm, following the visitation.
The family asks that memorials be given in lieu of flowers, plants, and other gifts, as the following organizations were very special to Patsy.
Memorials may be mailed to the Lemuel Rhodes Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 496, Greenville, IL and/or the Demoulin Museum, 205 South Prairie St., Greenville, IL 62246.
The family has entrusted Assalley-Young Funeral Home in Greenville with the ceremonies.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories or offer condolences to the family.
Services
Visitation: April 27, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Assalley-Young Funeral Home
118 E. College Ave.
Greenville, IL 62246
Memorial Service: April 27, 2023 7:00 pm
Assalley-Young Funeral Home
118 E. College Ave.
Greenville, IL 62246
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Patsy Koonce 's name.
Demoulin Museum
205 S. Prairie St.
Greenville, IL
1-618-664-4115
http://www.demoulinmuseum.org
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Pat was one of the best. She will be missed!
So sorry to hear of pats passing. She will be missed. Always loved talking and visiting with her.
My heart is going in so many directions, for some reason knowing Pat I knew she would beat this. Working with her was such a delight. Couldn’t have asked for a better warm caring friend. So sorry🙏❤
Sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed visiting your house and the talks we would all have. Love and prayers for all of you.
Condolences to the family. Patsy was a wonderful person we bowled together and went on bowling trips and so much fun. She will be missed by all.
Prayers to all all Patsy’s family, extended family and friends during this difficult time. Patsy was a bright gem for many that had the opportunity to spend anytime with her for she was a delight. Loved her smile and she always was so kind to those around her. Heaven got an angel.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time