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Patricia Essinger Obituary

Patricia A. Essinger

Patricia A. Essinger, 71, of Findlay, died Friday, July 22, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. She was born June 13, 1951, to Robert and Janette (Wentz) Smith.

Pat is survived by her daughter, Kristine (Matt) Colvin; sister, LaDonna (Valerie) Smith; brothers, Steve (Liz) Smith, Ron (Lois) Smith, Bruce (Deb) Smith, and Dan (Jane) Smith; grandchildren, Jordan Colvin, ShayLynn Colvin, Hailey (Cam) Colvin, Izebell Colvin, Dylan Essinger, and Javen (KJ) Newcomer; two great-grandchildren she was blessed with, Aubrey Rafford and Lila Newcomer; and many nieces and nephews. Pat was preceded in death by her parents; and sons, Randy Essinger and Roger Essinger.

Pat liked to craft, spend time with her family, play card games, and watch old movies and television shows. She loved to make people laugh. Pat's family would like to give a big thank you the The Heritage and their staff.

Friends and family may visit 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500). Pat's funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday with Herbie Franks officiating. Interment will follow at Knollcrest Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Patricia's name may be made to the family in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.huffordfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Courier on Jul. 26, 2022.

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