Karen Hanson Patty

Karen Elizabeth Hanson Patty, 78, of Hot Springs Village, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 29,2009 at her home. She was born February 18, 1931 in Seattle, Washington, to Elmer F. Hanson and Elizabeth Hatfield Hanson. Her life centered around her marriage of 56 years to her loving husband, Dale Patty, four sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, and one great grandchild. She was a member of the Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines, the p.E.a., Delta Gamma Sorority, and Daughters ofthe American Revolution. She was also involved with the National ,Assistance League, AAUW, Pan Hellenic, Sight Conservation, Cub Scouts, church conunittees, DeSoto Square Dance Club, Merry Mixers, and Village Ballroom. She enjoyed many things in her life, including golf, social bridge, hand-work, reading, collecting "treasures" from walks, and especially family gatherings and games. She wanted to be remembered, "As a loving wife and mother, grandmother, sister, and friend." As she said, "I thank God for a family so loving and supportive. I have had many blessings, but the greatest of all is love." Karen, also lovingly known as Mom, Momo, or Mamas, is survived by her four sons: Tom Patty and his wife Glennan of Shreveport, Louisiana, Jim Patty of Edmond, Oklahoma, Steve Patty and his wife Melinda of Shreveport, Louisiana, and Don Patty and his wife Jeanie of Arlington, Texas. She is also survived by seven grandchildren: Jeff Patty and his wife Lindsey, Mark Patty and his wife Sarah, Jake Patty and his wife Kate, Ryan Patty, Travis Patty, Lindsey Patty, Joseph Patty and his wife Courtney, a great grandchild Emma Lynne Patty and one brother Bill Hanson and his wife Bette of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Dale F. Patty, her parents, and a beloved granddaughter, Jennifer Patty. A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines of Hot Springs Village with Rev. William Bailey officiating. A private inurnment service will be held for family after the service. The family respectfully requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the P .E.O. Program for Continuing Education or the Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines. Arrangements are under the direction of CedarVale Funeral Home of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. (501) 922-6100

Karen Hanson Patty

February 18, 1931 - November 29, 2009