Patty A. Strothcamp

Patty A. Strothcamp, 70, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Mercy Hospital – Saint Louis. 

Patricia Ann Strothcamp was born on February 19, 1954, in Washington, Missouri, to Louis “Bud” and June Gaskill. Patty's early years were spent attending grade school at Saint Anthony's Catholic School, where she developed a foundation of faith that would guide her throughout her life. She carried the lessons learned and friendships formed there into her teenage years at Sullivan High School, graduating with the class of 1972. It was after high school that Patty's life blossomed in unexpected and wonderful ways.

In 1975, Patty was united in marriage to David Strothcamp on October 10, 1975. Their shared love of adventure saw them enjoying motorcycle rides, horseback riding, and the simple pleasures of life on their small farm in Bourbon, Missouri. The couple's joy multiplied with the arrival of their two children, Erin and Daniel. Patty embraced motherhood with open arms, dedicating herself to raising her children with love and care.

As Erin and Daniel grew and ventured into high school, Patty returned to the workforce, taking on various local jobs before finding her calling as an office manager with SLP. Patty was a dedicated employee for SLP for nearly two decades.

She was an exceptional cook, known for preparing meals that ensured no one ever left her table hungry. Her love of music was a constant in her life, from supporting Erin's piano endeavors to enjoying David's Bluegrass tunes. Patty loved day trips on the ferry across the Mississippi River with her family and researching her family's genealogy.   In her later years, she enjoyed watching her son Daniel tend the family land, who was always by her side, and her daily cooking lessons with her granddaughter Mati.

A storyteller par excellence, Patty had a gift of sharing stories with the precision and detail that earned her the family title of "the Ernest Hemingway of Storytelling." Her love for online shopping brought joy not only to her but also to the delivery teams from FedEx, UPS, Sam's Club, and Amazon, who will also miss her dearly. 

Patty adored her grandchildren and loved to play card and board games with them. Patty had a special place in her heart for her lifelong friends: Liz Orf, Melinda Thomure, Sheila Zelch, and the late Valerie Adams.

Faith was a cornerstone of Patty's life, and she remained a faithful parishioner of Saint Anthony Catholic Church from her childhood. Her service to her church community was heartfelt, whether as a Eucharistic Minister or on the Liturgy Committee, contributing her time and energy whenever her health permitted. 

Patty will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by all those who were fortunate enough to know her. 

Patty is survived by her loving children, Erin Smith and husband Kyle and Daniel Strothcamp and wife Adriana all of Sullivan, Missouri; five grandchildren: Matigan Strothcamp, Benjamin Smith, Katherine Smith, Quinn Strothcamp and Adalida Strothcamp all of Sullivan, Missouri; a sister, Kathy McCulloch of Sullivan, Missouri; eight nieces and nephews: David McCulloch and wife Victoria, Lindsey Reichart and husband Tom, Casandra Gaskill and husband Gabe, Jennifer Hager and husband Clay, Amy Strothcamp and Jacob Strothcamp and wife Andrea, Sara White, Tony White; many great nieces and nephews; an aunt, Anita Jones of Sullivan, Missouri; a brother-in-law, Dennis Strothcamp and wife Brenda; sister-in-law, Sandra Gaskill; special cousins: Mike Smith, Linda Kincaid, Maryann Copling, Bob Gaskill, Don Gaskill, Bob Nolan; special childhood friends: Liz Orf, Melinda Thomure, Sheila Zelch; and her precious pup, Button; other relatives and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David; her parents, Bud and June Gaskill; a brother, Dennis Gaskill; her parents-in-law, Cotton and Ruth Strothcamp, and a brother in law, John McCulloch. 

A Memorial Mass will be 11 AM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the Saint Anthony Catholic Church with Father Paul Telken celebrating. 

Visitation will be 9 – 10:30 AM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. 

Friends may send their online condolences to Patty’s family at www.eatonfuneralhome.com 

All arrangements are under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Sullivan.