Patricia Mae (Williams) Jenkins

Patricia Mae (Williams) Jenkins was born October 7, 1947, in Waynesville, Missouri. She was one of two daughters born to James Isaac and Clara Etta (Wieners) Williams. Pat grew up in Waynesville and graduated with the class of 1965 from Waynesville High School. Pat was the proud mother of two children: Raymond and Alberta. She adored her grandchildren and cherished her great-grandchildren. Her family was most important to her, and she treasured spending time and making memories with them. Pat was a hard worker and always busy doing something. In her teen years, she sold tickets at the Fort Leonard Wood Movie Theater. She worked in the kitchen at Witmor Farms for many years as well as Rice’s Laundry and Cleaners. After twenty years of dedication, Pat retired from Casey’s where she made pizza. Pat was known as a crafty lady. She did all kinds of crafts and loved to embroider. Pat liked to use her talent to make gifts for her family and friends. She was a collector of many things and treasured every single item, picture, and trinket. Pat was a lady of strong faith and member of Faith Baptist Church. Pat entered into eternal rest on May 26, 2024, in Rolla, Missouri, at the age of seventy-six years. Those left behind to cherish her memory include her son: Raymond Robert and wife Fran of Waynesville, MO; daughter: Alberta Graves and husband Eddie of Laquey, MO; sister: Norma Mathis and husband Ralph of Waynesville, MO, grandchildren: Darrin Robert and wife Kat, Cody Robert and wife Brittany, Missten Robert, and Gabriella Graves; eight great-grandchildren; extended family and dear friends. Preceding her in death were her parents: James and Clara (Wieners) Williams; brother: Ersie Woolsey; granddaughter: Muriel, and grandson: James. Pat was beautiful inside and out and displayed great strength and courage. She will be forever missed by those who loved her most. Funeral Services for Patricia Mae (Williams) Jenkins were held Friday, May 31, 2024, at Faith Baptist Church, Waynesville, Missouri, with Pastor Danny Graves and Pastor Chris Hendrix officiating. Song selections played were “The Old Rugged Cross”, “Scars In Heaven”, and “Jealous of the Angels”. Serving as Pallbearers were Eddie Graves, Joshua Parker, Sean Parker, Aaron Fetterhoff, John Roser, and Cody Robert. Honorary Pallbearer was Darrin Robert. Burial was in the Hooker Cemetery, Devils Elbow, Missouri. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made in memory of Pat Jenkins to St. Jude Children’s Hospital and left with Wilson Mortuary. Memorial envelopes will be available. Online Condolences may be left at www.wilsonmortuary.com

Patricia Mae (Williams) Jenkins

October 7, 1947 - May 26, 2024