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Patsy Jane "Pat" Williams

September 23, 1946 — March 29, 2025

Battle Creek, Michigan

Patsy Jane “Pat” Williams, 78, a lifelong Battle Creek, Michigan resident, died Saturday, March 29, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Union City.

Pat was born September 23, 1946, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Ellis C. and Leida J. (Samis) Williams. She was a 1964 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. Pat was employed for 23 years at Denso Manufacturing, until retiring in 2005.

Pat was previously married to Robert Gnadt and George “Tom” Walaskay. Surviving are her daughters, Jodi (David) Barnett of Battle Creek, Barbara “Bobbi” (Robert) Payseno of Union City; six grandchildren, Tori (Trevor) Patterson, Shelby Barnett, Cameron Barnett, Jessi Starks, Triston Payseno, Jilliann Payseno; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Daren (Joy)Williams of Oconomowoc, WI, William (Sharon) Williams of Battle Creek; and several cousins, nieces, nephews and their families. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Bud and Leida.

Pat grew up in the Seventh Day Baptist Church and was a member for many years. Pat contributed to many charities for animals. She always had a dog and loved them as her children. She also had a fondness for cows and enjoyed bird watching. Her favorite color was purple. Pat loved her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and especially spending time together with family and extended family. Her favorite pastimes were sewing, knitting, crocheting and gardening. Pat will be remembered as a generous and loving soul. She would give the shirt off her back to help others.

Friends will be received 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 4, 2025, at Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Cremation Preneed Care, where a service to celebrate Pat’s life will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 5, 2025. The service will be Livestreamed and may be viewed at: https://vimeo.com/event/5031981 . Committal and interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Calhoun County Animal Center, 165 Union St S, Battle Creek, MI 49014. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com.

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Friday, April 4, 2025

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Cremation Preneed Care

105 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI 49017

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Saturday, April 5, 2025

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