Patricia Lee Artz

Pat was born in Great Falls, Montana, on March 18, 1931 to Elizabeth (Pilgeram) and Thomas O’Grady. She graduated from the University of Montana with her teaching degree in 1949 and received her Masters Degree in 1953 from the University of Oregon. Pat taught business for many years in Montana, Ohio, Oregon and Virginia.

It was at the University of Montana that Pat met the love of her life, Robert Artz, and they were married in Great Falls, Montana in 1955. Pat and Bob spent many happy years living in Springfield, Oregon; Annandale, Virginia; and Simi Valley, California.

Unfortunately their life together was tragically cut short when Bob was killed in a plane crash in 1979. After Bob’s untimely death, Pat remained in Simi Valley for 36 years until she moved to Bremerton, Washington, to be closer to family.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and sister Margaret (Peggy) Bearbower. She is survived by many nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly.

The family would like to thank “The Ridge” for all the support and loving care they have provided for the last 5 years.