Patricia Ann Martin of West Lafayette, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023, at Westminster Village Health Care Center.
She was born on April 26, 1931, in Milwaukee, WI to the late Eugene T. and Rose M. (Klein) McDevitt. Patricia graduated from Wisconsin University and Purdue University with degrees in Elementary Education. On August 21, 1970, she married Robert L. Martin in Lafayette, he preceded her in death on April 27, 2000.
Patricia was a kindergarten teacher for Tippecanoe School Corporation for over 24 years, retiring in May 1992. She was an active member in the community, and belonged to the Loomers Club, Moose Lodge, Golden Pins, and the Red Hat Ladies. Pat enjoyed arts and crafts, including ceramics and painting.
She is survived by her 3 children, Michael Mortenson, Carolyn (Dave) Larrowe, and Lara (Tony) Urban; older sister by 11 years, Mary Jane Kniech; 6 grandchildren, Michelle McGough, Ryan Larrowe, Adam Larrowe, Katie Larrowe, Alex Urban and Zachary Urban; and 8 great-grandchildren.
Along with her husband, Robert, she was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene & Rose McDevitt; and her sister, Doris Margaret Rost.
Visitation will be from 11:00 am until time of service at 12:00 pm (noon), Saturday January 21, 2023, at Soller-Baker West Lafayette Chapel, 1184 Sagamore Parkway West, West Lafayette, IN 47906 with Pastor Dwight Herin officiating.
Interment will follow at Rest Haven Memorial Park, 1200 Sagamore Parkway N., Lafayette, IN 47904.
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