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Patsy A. Bechtold, age 89, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Patsy was born on February 16, 1934, in Huntington, IN, to the late Glen and Sue (Ryan) Hack.
Patsy retired from Raytheon and attended Emmanuel Community Church.
Patsy is survived by one daughter, Karla (Steven) Stoltz, Columbia City, IN; sons, Monte (Dana) Bechtold, Ossian, IN, Ronnie Bechtold, Fort Wayne, IN, Don Bechtold; sisters, Gloria (Dave) Laird, Fort Wayne, IN, Glenda (Ron) Jobe, Perham, MN; 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Patti Gamble.
To honor the wishes of Patsy there will be no services.
A private burial will be at Pleasant Chapel Cemetery, Roanoke, IN.
McElhaney Funeral Home – Roanoke Chapel, 240 Crestwood Drive, Roanoke, IN, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences: www.mcelhaneyhartfuneralhome.com
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