Patricia Workman (88) of Clay City
Published on August 15 2021 4:14 am
Patricia Workman, 88, of Clay City, died on Saturday, August 14, 2021 in Effingham, Illinois.
Pat was born on October 26, 1932 in Clay City, Illinois, the daughter of Robert Staser and Cecil (Murbarger). She married Gene Workman on October 4, 1951 in Clay City, Illinois, and he survives.
Pat was a fourth-grade teacher at Clay City and Ingraham Grade Schools. In addition to inspiring generations of students to fulfill their life's dreams and to continue their own education, she also taught sewing, decorating, float building, as well as many other skills as a 4H leader and Sunday School teacher. Pat was also a member of Clay City Christian Church. Pat took pleasure in her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren's activities. She also loved knowing what was going on in her previous students' lives. Pat was a beloved teacher who cared deeply about her community. Her family, students, and community will all miss her inspiration.
Pat is survived by her husband of nearly 70 years, Gene Workman of Clay City; daughter, Dr. Jo Ellen Jacobs and husband Gary Jacobs of Santa Fe, NM; son, Dr. Rick Workman and wife Angie of Windermere, FL; grandchildren, Megan (Jonathan MacCarthy) Jacobs, Dr. Emily (Michael Goard) Jacobs, Jordan Workman, Jared Workman, Meredith Workman, and Madison Workman; great grandchildren, Elliot MacCarthy-Jacobs, Kieran MacCarthy-Jacobs, and Elowen Goard; brothers, Bill (Elinor) Staser and Robert (Pat) Staser; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Margaret "Peg" Garrett and brother, Bruce Staser.
A visitation will be held for friends and family on Monday, August 16, 2021, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City.
A funeral service will be held for Pat at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City.
Interment will follow the service at Ingraham Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Clay City Christian Church Youth Group or Clay County Cancer Support Group.