Michelle C. Patrick, 81, of Lebanon County, passed away on Feb. 6, 2026. She was born on Feb. 1, 1945.
Michelle was widowed by James Pascoe, the love of her life. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Loriann Patrick; brother, Reginald Leffler; and sister, Ann Moser-Schiavoni. She is survived by her son, Royal R.L. Patrick II, PhD, and his wife, Heidi; and daughter, Davaun Innocent, and her husband, Jeff. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren, Briana and Skylar Neidig, and great-grandson, Domenic. Family formed the foundation of her world, and her love for them guided every step she took.
Michelle went on to build a career marked by responsibility and public service. She worked with Buell Envirotech, Lebanon County Municipal Services, and Three Mile Island. Her career continued with GPU Nuclear and First Energy. She later served as manager of the Jonestown Senior Center, where her leadership supported and strengthened the lives of many local seniors. She also served as Chairperson of the American Red Cross and volunteered through the United Way with the Salvation Army and the VA Hospital. Service to others stood at the center of her life.
Michelle’s greatest joys in life were spending time with her family, horseback riding, and playing bingo.
Her family mourns this loss while holding close the comfort that Michelle now rests in peace, reunited with James and Lorrie and free from pain. Her life will be remembered with pride, gratitude, and enduring love.
A service will be held on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Covenant United Methodist Church with visitation from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., service from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Interment will be at Forth Indiantown Gap from 11:30 a.m. to noon.
Thompson Funeral Home Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements. The family welcomes your memories and messages in Thompson Funeral Home’s online guest book at thompsonfuneralhomelebanon.com.
