Thief River Falls – Patsy Jane (Lenhart) Elliott, 87, of Thief River Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls.
Patsy was born on April 19, 1937, in Comstock Township, Marshall County, the youngest of eleven children born to Gardy Wilfred and Verna (Porier) Lenhart. She was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith and attended country school.
In her early years, Patsy worked at Arctic Cat in Thief River Falls. She was known for her kind yet feisty spirit and had a deep affection for the staff and residents at Oakland Park Communities, where she formed lasting friendships. Patsy had a special love for music, particularly the songs of Elvis Presley and local musician Josh Watne. She also cherished the companionship of a beloved dog that brought her great joy.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews, as well as her second family at Oakland Park Communities. Patsy was preceded in death by her parents; and her siblings, twins Fern and Faye, Luverne, Lloyd, Donald, Betty, Arlyne, Marvin, Wayne, and Dennis in infancy.
Visitation will be held from 10–11 a.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, with an 11 a.m. prayer service led by Rev. Alex Amiot. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Warren.
A Celebration of Life and pizza party in honor of Patsy will be held at Oakland Park Communities in Thief River Falls, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
Patsy’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.
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