Patricia “Pat” Marlene Towles, 89, a resident of Lake Tapawingo, MO passed away peacefully Monday, October 31, 2022 at the Baptist House of Independence, MO. She was born January 13, 1933 to Clyde Sr. and Mamie “LaRue” (Downing) Ruble in Douds, IA.
Pat is a 1951 graduate of Douds High School. She was united in marriage to Robert L. Towles on February 17, 1952 in Douds, IA. Pat worked as a secretary for John W. Luff Elementary School in Independence for 29 years. She was active in the Lake Tapawingo Sportsman and Woman’s Club. Pat attended the First Baptist Church of Blue Springs. She enjoyed quilting, cooking, and painting. Above all Pat cherished spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include two sons Terry Towles (Pamela) of Blue Springs, MO, Tim Towles (Debbie) of Independence, MO; Grandchildren Janae, Jeremy, Nick (Lori), Nat (Samantha), and Taylor (Jessica). She was also blessed with seven great-grandchildren, Jackson, Andrew, Emmett, Ava, Olivia, Bobby, Rowen; brother, Maurice “Moe” Ruble of Bartlesville, OK. Patricia is preceded in death by her husband; sister, Kay Crist; brothers, Clyde Ruble Jr., Jack Ruble, and Marvin Ruble.
Her family will receive family and friends from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 W. Main St, Blue Springs, MO. A committal service will follow at 12:00 p.m. at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO. Memories of Patricia and words of comfort for her family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
Terry and Tim, your mom is one of the favorites of any pastor blessed to know her and get to talk with her. Such a hard worker and committed to excellence. You have been such great sons and have honored your mom so well. So happy for her to be with her Savior and Lord!
I first meet Pat when I started teaching kindergarten at Luff in 1962. Pat was always helpful and supportive of all the staff and families–always a positive attitude. May you find comfort in many good memories and God’s loving care.
Pat was such a dear lady. I met her through her husband Bob whom I worked with at Trailmobile. Pat was the 1st and only person that sent me a Halloween card – so that was what I did over the years to keep in touch send Halloween cards. She was so kind and energetic and made me smile. It would only be like her to go to Heaven on Halloween. I will miss her.
Karen Hopkins
Even though we weren’t blood relatives my kids called Pat and Bob grandma and grandpa Towles. Pat had treats for the kids hidden away in a special place when they came to visit. She had the true gift of hospitality and her door and arms were always open. We love you Towles and will celebrate your momma and grandma with you. Bob and Libby Comfort.
Terry and Tim, so sorry to hear about Pat, So many good fun memories of her and your dad at the lake .
Terry & Tim, So sorry to hear about Pat, so many memories about her & you dad at the lake,.