Patricia A. Rodgers
Patricia A. Rodgers, 81, of Sullivan, Missouri passed away peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Patricia Ann Rodgers was born January 7, 1942 to Leslie Tucker and Gladine King. She grew up and attended school in Rolla, Missouri graduating in the class of 1960. While in high school, Pat furthered her education and became a licensed cosmetologist. Shortly after graduating she was united in marriage to Nelson “Harry” Campbell and to this union were blessed with two daughters: Stacy and Lisa. Together they continued raising their family in Sullivan where they owned and operated the House of Beauty. Outside of operating their beauty salon, they especially enjoyed spending time camping at local state parks. Sadly, Harry and Pat were later divorced.
She was later united in marriage to Andrew “Jack” Rodgers on November 10, 1988. Together they blended their families and shared countless treasured memories. One of their favorite things to do was relocating often and flipping houses. She also enjoyed painting and was self-taught.
Once Walmart began its operations in Sullivan, Pat went to work as one of their first originating crew members. Collectively Pat built a career within working for Walmart and was employed for over 33 + years within the corporation. Over those 33 years, Pat was able to work in many different states including Missouri, Arkansas, and Illinois. Starting as a cashier and working her way into various management positions. She eventually retired from Walmart in 2007 while working in the cash office.
Pat’s faith was very dear to her heart and so were her many grandchildren. Above all, Pat was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
Pat is survived by her four children: Lisa Nichols and husband Jerry of Bourbon, MO, Stacy Kellett and husband Terry of Sullivan, MO, Andrew “Jacky” Rodgers and his wife Sheila of St. Robert, MO and Cindy Boda and husband Chris of Owensville, MO; an honorary daughter, Beth Nichols (Lahmann) of Sullivan, MO; 12 grandchildren: Dorenda Stotler, Alonna Pennock, Audreanna Pennock, Rebekah Nichols, Nathan Ray, David Ray, Justin Kellett, Krystal Geilbler, Kayla Rodgers, Andrew Rodgers III, Christopher Boda, and Verlin Boda; 15 great – grandchildren; 1 great – great grandchild; four sisters: Beverly Tointigh of Springfield, MO, Pam Handly of Springfield, MO, Wendy Billington and husband John of Garden City, MO and Leslie Banning and husband Jeffery of Taylor Springs, IL; other relatives and many friends.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents: Homer and Gladine Hebbeler; Leslie and Lucy Tucker; first husband, Nelson “Harry” Campbell; her late husband, Andrew “Jack” Rodgers; and a son in law, Richard Lee Ray, Jr.
Visitation will be 10 AM – 12PM, Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
Funeral Service will be 12 PM, Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Duke West officiating. Interment will follow at the Oddfellows Memorial Cemetery in Sullivan.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mercy Hospice – Washington.
Friends may also send their online condolences to Pat’s family at www.eatonfuneralhome.com
All arrangements are under the care and direction of the Eaton Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Sullivan.