Patricia Anne Park's Obituary
Big Rapids - Patricia Anne Park, 87, of Big Rapids, former owner of Park's Sawmill, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2019, at her home in Colfax Township.
She was born November 10, 1931, in Big Rapids, the daughter of Erwin and Anne (O'Neil) Hornby, and lived in the area most of her life. In 1948, she married Jack D. Park, and shortly thereafter they bought her family farm in Colfax Township.
In 1967, Jack and Pat began their sawmill operation with the aid of their young sons, and were active in the business until just a few years ago. Pat loved her family, especially enjoying time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A woman of great faith, she read her Bible every day, and sought strength in her Lord.
Jack preceded her in death on October 27, 2017. Pat is survived by 4 sons, Carl (Linda) of Chambersburg, PA, Calvin (Barbara) of Big Rapids, Randy (Mary) of Paris, and Clay (Roseann Lauretti) of Belding; 10 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; two sisters, June (Dale) Maneke of Rodney, and Bobby Jean (Denny) Yaw of Lakeview; sister-in-law Sally Hornby; and many nieces and nephews. Pat was also preceded in death by her daughter Sharon Lynn, and brother Richard Hornby.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 15, 2019, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids, with Pastor Ted Johnson officiating. Spring burial will be in the Pine Plains Cemetery in Colfax Township. Pat's family will greet friends at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Friday. Memorial contributions in her name may be made for Hospice of Michigan, or the Mecosta County Commission on Aging, with envelopes available at the funeral home.
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