Diane Kay Patterson

Diane Kay Patterson, 66, of Neosho passed away Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022 at her home.
She was born in Fond Du Lac, Wis. on May 12, 1956 the daughter of John and Florence (Blaylock) Patterson, who preceded her in death.  Also preceding her in death were two brothers, Bruce and Robbie; a sister, Sharon and one granddaughter, Grayson.
Surviving are two daughters, Jessica Chism (Tony) of Neosho and Sheena Smith (Larry) of Anderson; three brothers, Jackie Patterson of Fond De Lac, Wis., Brian Patterson (Candy) of Carl Junction and Duane Murphy of Kimberly, Wis.; three sisters, Lynnie Cupp (Harrison) of Carthage, Debbie Shively (Steve) of Joplin and Cathy Reed (Tim) of Joplin and five grandchildren.
She grew up and attended school in Fond Du Lac, Wis. graduating from Goodrich High School in Fond Du Lac. After graduation, she joined the United States Army National Guard. She lived in several different areas before settling in Joplin. She then went to Crowder College in Neosho where she received her Associates Degree.
A celebration of life was at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022 at 407 Ravenwood Circle in Neosho. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.