Patsy Ruth Spence

Patsy Ruth Spence (Pat) passed away on January 16, surrounded by family. Pat was born in Doniphan, Missouri on March 9, 1933. Pat married her childhood sweetheart, Harold Spence, at age 16, and they settled in Auburn in 1959, where they raised three children. Pat and Harold celebrated 63 years of marriage this past September.

Pat is survived by her loving husband, Harold Dean Spence, their three children, Ronald Alan Spence (Ron) and Rebecca Susan Spence (Becky) of Auburn, and Randal Dean Spence (Randy) of New York. Also grieving Pat’s loss are her brother, Tom Crook of Federal Way and sister, JoAnn Blanchard of Yakima, and many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Pat was an active mother and wife, choosing not to work outside the home. She took pride in having completed her high school education at Green River Community College. Pat was an avid reader, enjoyed country music, container gardening and ‘the hunt’ for collectibles. Basset hounds and cats were also a passion. Quilting and crafting kept Pat busy in her later years and her creations are treasured family heirlooms. Her friends knew Pat as a ‘tell it like it is’ kind of gal. Her sage wisdom, guidance and love will be infinitely missed.

A private memorial is planned. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association and online sentiments may be journaled at www.price-heltonfuneralhome.com