In loving memory of

Patricia L. Stork
August 29, 1951 - October 25, 2020

Patricia Louise Stork was born on August 29, 1951, to Mathias Henry and Mary Ann (Grabner) Stork in Carroll, Iowa. She graduated from Kuemper Catholic High School in Carroll. After high school, Patricia married Keith Miller on June 30, 1969, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The couple made their home on a farm near Dow City, Iowa, and were blessed with five children. Patricia later moved to Deloit, Iowa. She was employed as a waitress and at Farmland for many years, where she met many close friends.

Patricia was a member of the Volunteer Dow City and Deloit Fire Departments, and she was also an EMT. She was an avid gardener. She enjoyed spending time with her sisters visiting casinos and traveling. She especially cherished spending time with her family and friends.

Patricia died on October 25, 2020, at the age of 69 years, one month and 27 days in Denison, Iowa.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; two siblings, Ruth Lappe and Kenneth Stork; and two nephews, Christopher Lappe and Christopher Love. She is survived by her five children, Milissa (Kevin Handke) Miller of Sioux City, Iowa, Kathleen (Michael) Harris of San Augustine, Texas, John Miller of Denison, Guy (Krystal) Miller of Dow City; Larry (Jessica) Miller of Glenwood, Iowa; grandchildren, Travis Slusher, Jenna (Brice Uehling) Slusher, Madison (Trey Cobb) Johnson, Sara Miller, Jessica (Austin Moss) Harris, Kristen (Scott) Haynes, Joseph Harris, Savannah Miller, Keith Miller, and Abigail Miller; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Phyllis (Larry) Davis, Susan (Robert) Benedict), Margaret (Patrick) Gross, Mary (Lynn) Eickman, Michele Stork, Sandra (Ron) Hackerson; brothers, Alan (LuJean) Stork, Robert (MaryLou) Stork, Donald (Marsha) Stork, Thomas (Mary Jean) Stork, Bill (Pat) Stork, Gordon (Carol) Stork, Matt Jr. (Teri) Stork, and Henry (Amy) Stork; sister-in-law, Michelle Stork; brother-in-law, Fred Lappe; and many other relatives and friends.


Memorials may be directed to the family.

Tributes

Ronda Chase wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Lit a candle in memory of Patricia L. Stork"

Deb Landgraf wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Joanna Heiman wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Dorothy Tech wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Ron and Eileen Quandt wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Karen L. Wiebers wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"John and siblings My thoughts and prayers go out to you all."

Laurie Meyer wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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John Feddersen wrote on Oct 30, 2020:

"Enjoyed working with Patty when I worked as janitor"

Len Huegel wrote on Oct 29, 2020:

"So sorry for your loss. When we met Patty almost 20 years ago, it was soon obvious that family meant everything to her. The stories, the laughter, the love came through. We know you will miss her and we do too. Love, Len and Donna Huegel"

Rene McCroskey wrote on Oct 28, 2020:

"So sorry for your loss"

Alisha Beermann wrote on Oct 27, 2020:

"Many fond memories of her growing up. Hugs and love to the family!!"

Sandy Snyder wrote on Oct 27, 2020:

"My heartfelt thoughts and hugs to Pat's family: sisters, brothers & children. I remember Pat coming to my house way back when Maggie was staying here just to fry up some eggplant & get together. Sandy Snyder"