Patricia Ann Key's Obituary
Decatur – Patricia A. Key, 78, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2014 in Decatur.
Patricia was born on June 6, 1935 in Decatur, the daughter of Jesse and Lucille (Pierson) Dailey. A member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Patricia previously owned and operated her own ceramic shop and worked for many years cleaning houses. She married Robert E. Key on October 17, 1954 in Decatur and he preceded her in death on March 13, 1994. Also preceding her in death were her parents, an infant child, one brother and one sister.
She is survived by her sons: Robert E. (Maureen) Key of Decatur and Douglas (Susan) Key of Taylorville; four grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two step grandchildren; two step great grandchildren; sister in law, Ann Dailey and many relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends Monday, June 2, 2014 from 5 to 7 pm at the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Funeral services to celebrate her life will be 10 am Tuesday, June 2, 2014 in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Gift of Hope, 2442 Denver Drive, Springfield, IL 62702.
The Key family is being served by the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe St., Decatur, IL 62526. Memories and condolences may be share at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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