Derby — Patsy Mardelle Laramore, born to Robert and Frances Allen, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, May 1, 2023.
Patsy was born August 21,1933 in Cherokee, OK. Though she was an only child, she grew up close to her cousins and used to ride the Doodle Bug (train) to visit them after she moved to Wichita, KS for her father to find work.
Patsy graduated from East High School in 1951. She married her husband of almost 54 years, Smitty Laramore, on March 7, 1954. They met because he lived next door to her and accidentally set their fence on fire. Her father joked he could repair the fence or marry his daughter.
Family and friends were of utmost importance to Patsy. She treasured celebrating birthdays and holidays with them. She looked forward to “Lunch Bunch” and going out to eat with family and friends, including her Bible Study group. Patsy demonstrated her love for Christ by giving to others. She enjoyed sending cards for various occasions and
thoughtfully and prayerfully cared for those she loved. While her daughter was active in scouts until high school, Patsy led the Brownie and Girl Scout troops. She belonged to the “Golden Bees” at Beechcraft and worked there for 20 years before retiring.
She was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and loved John Wayne movies. Patsy accumulated various collections over the years including windmills, butterflies and cups and saucers.
She was preceded in death by her husband Smitty Laramore.
Patsy is survived by her daughter Julie Thorpe (Dean), Allen Laramore (Charlene), grandchildren Jeremy Thorpe (Jennifer), Lindsey Glasscock (Kelly), Kristen Lester (Ryan) and Grant Laramore (Bretley) as well as nine great-grandchildren.
Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Smith Mortuary in Derby. Patsy’s celebration of life service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at South Rock Christian Church, 900 S. Rock Road. Interment to follow at
El Paso Cemetery in Derby.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kansas Humane Society, South Rock Christian Church, Derby Historical Museum and Home Health and Hospice of Kansas.