Patricia Richardson Gibney Obituary (1954 - 2023)

Patricia Richardson Gibney Of Dimondale, MI passed away unexpectedly on September 3, 2023, at the age of 69. Patricia was born on July 10, 1954 in Northville, MI, the daughter of William Ernest and Billie Sue (McCoin) Richardson. Her journey began in Michigan, but it also carried her to Tampa, Florida for a few years before returning to Michigan where she graduated from Garden City West High School in the class of 1972. Patricia continued her education at the University of Michigan where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in general studies in 1976. She dedicated her professional career to social work, touching the lives of many through her work with Easter Seals and Full Circle, a drop-in center for community mental health. Patricia was a talented seamstress and also enjoyed crafting and leatherwork. She was an avid reader and during college worked in the University of Michigan Library. She found joy in the beauty of the Tennessee landscape and had fond memories of times spent with family and friends there. Patricia had an appreciation for music and enjoyed time with loved ones playing cards and bingo. Patricia is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Billie Richardson. She leaves behind her children, Bonnie (Cannon) Strzalka and Ethan Gibney, along with her two beautiful grandchildren, Kenton and Jack Strzalka. She is also survived by her brothers, Ralph (Gail) Richardson, and Rodney (Dawn) Richardson, and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids chapel. The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 AM and host a meal immediately following the service. For those interested, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Patricia to your local Humane Society. To share memories or leave online condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.