Patricia Klingensmith Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Patricia Ruth Klingensmith (Stone) 70, of Monroe formerly of Albia, died Thursday, January 29, 2015, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was born December 16, 1944 in Iowa, to Frederick Harvey Stone and Florence Elizabeth Miller. Pat graduated from Albia High School with the class of 1963. March 22, 1964 she was united in marriage to Dale Klingensmith at the United Brethren Church in Albia, Iowa. She was raised in Albia, and moved to Monroe in 1971. Pat was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Albia. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, playing cards, and spending time with her family and friends. Patty is survived by her son, Joe (Bev) Klingensmith of Newton; two daughters, Lori (Brett) Cole and Amy (Jason) Birkenholtz both of Monroe; Six grandchildren, Christopher and Daniel Cole, Wade and Reed Klingensmith, and Hannah and Carter Birkenholtz; a sister, Donna (Richard) Peterson of Albia; a sister-in-law Lynda (Mike) Stone and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale; parents, Frederick and Florence; and a brother, Mike Stone. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 31, 2015 at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, Gary Reeves, cousin, will be officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Albia. Visitation will be begin at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2015 with the family present from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia. An open memorial has been established in Pat's name. Condolences may be left for the family at www.tharpfh.com.

Patricia Klingensmith

December 16, 1944 - January 29, 2015