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Patricia Ann Burks, 69, of Findlay, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at her residence.
Patricia was born October 29, 1955, in Tiffin, to the late Walter and Rita (Kuntz) Lonsway. She married James Burks in Tiffin on February 24, 1989 and he survives in Findlay.
Other survivors include her children, Brian (Mimi) Burks of Cumming, GA, Nick (Allison) Burks of Canton, GA, Carrie (Craig) Evert of Mason, OH, Heidi (Nate) Irwin of Findlay, OH, Steve Burks of Ione, CA, thirteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, three sisters, Sue (Paul) Gerth of Columbus, IN, Nancy (the late Bob) Smith of Bettsville, OH and Janis (Kenny) Rumschlag of Tiffin, OH.
Patricia worked as a Real Estate Broker and Agent and was a member of Findlay First Lutheran Church. She was a 1974 graduate of Tiffin Calvert High School who enjoyed showing houses, traveling, local theater and was an avid reader.
Funeral services for Patricia will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 31, 2025 at Engle-Shook Funeral Home & Crematory in Tiffin. Visitation for family and friends will also be held on Monday, from 12 noon – 2:00 at the funeral home. Burial will follow the services on Monday, at Pleasant Union cemetery in Old Fort.
The family welcomes everyone to attend a Celebration of Life event to enjoy a meal together and share stories. The gathering will take place after the burial at Camden Falls, 2460 South State Route 231, Tiffin, OH 44883.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society or American Alzheimer’s Association.
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