Patricia Ann Kratz, 76, a resident of Blue Springs, MO passed away peacefully Monday, April 6, 2020 at her home. She was born August 20, 1943 in Warrensburg, MO to Alfred and Mildred (Roepe) Lohmann.
Patricia is a graduate of Higginsville High School. She was united in marriage to Billie Kratz on September 17, 1961 in Higginsville, MO. Patricia worked in public relations for Saint Paul’s Lutheran College in Concordia, MO. She later worked as a retail sales clerk for the Jones Store, Macy’s, and Family Dollar. She loved giving her time and often volunteered at the Messiah Lutheran Church, Sarah Cannon Cancer Center, and at Centerpoint Medical Center. Patricia was a gifted singer, who enjoyed reading, gardening, flowers, and the mountains. She cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Keith Kratz (Laura) of Grand Lake, CO, Dana Bennefeld (Lanny) of Blue Springs, MO; siblings, Sandra Starkebaum (Wendell) of Higginsville, MO, Curtis Lohmann (Linda) of Higginsville, MO; grandchildren, Jennifer Albin (Josh), Jessica Gibson (Patrick), Elise Kratz, Joshua (Hannah) Kratz, Danielle Sammons (Zack), Shannon Bennefeld, Brandon Bennefeld (Hannah), Aaron Bennefeld; great-grandchildren, James, Sydney, Sophia, William, Ian, Tucker, Clay, and Katherine. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Billie Kratz; parents, Alfred and Mildred Lohmann.
A private family graveside service will be held Friday, April 10, 2020 at the Saint Matthew’s Lutheran Church Cemetery in Ernestville, MO. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs. Memories of Patricia and words of comfort for her family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
Just want to send you/all the family/ our caring thoughts and prayers, at this trying time. We are so thankful for the time we had together last fall, for the reunion. We
were able to see and talk to Patty, as well as to all of you. Love and Prayers, Shirley and Richard Gudde
As a Chaplain Volunteer at Centerpoint Hospital it was my privilege to know Pattie- a great Christian lady who through words and deeds lived out her Christian life to the fullest even though she had a longer term battle with Cancer- she will be missed but not forgotten
So very sorry to hear about Patty. I worked with Pat at the Jones Store. She worked in the girls department and she was the first person I worked with. Pat was a real joy to be around. Prayers for the Kratz Family.
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Dear family members of Patricia I am very sorry for your loss. Please know that our creator certainly cares for you and understands the pain you are feeling at this time. As the god of comfort he offers the comfort of his holy spirit and comfort through his written word the Bible. There he promises that soon all obedient in the future will enjoy endless life in perfection on a paradise earth. To learn more about this wonderful future please visit jw.org
Sincerely
Our Hearts and Prayers are with you all.
Patty was such a SweeT person to know.
Until we meet in Heaven again…..
So sorry for your loss! Please know that we will be keeping everyone in our prayers during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to her entire family. From the moment I met her she talked to me like a friend. Prayers for peace for her and those she leaves behind.
Patty was a true lady. My Mom and Pat were true friends , she enjoyed so much when Pat came and visited her be before mom died. Sharon and I will truly miss Pat. God’s speed until we all meet.
Sandy and Curtis and family so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all your family.
Keith and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I didn’t know Patricia personally, but it appears she was a lovely woman who embodied the spirit of Christ throughout her life. May our Lord grant you comfort and peace in knowing that she is now with Him for eternity.
So sorry to all my cousins at the passing of their sister, Patty. She was a marvelous Christian woman with a love for Christ in her heart. She was the one that lead me to visit Timothy where I’m still a member for 39 years. She sang at my wedding which was only one of her God given gifts. She’ll be missed!
We send our sincere condolences to your whole family. It is always difficult to give up a parent. Patty was a true example of a Christian parent. She will be missed. We enjoyed your visit last fall.
Our thoughts & prayers, a special patient and friend.