Our mother, Patricia Anne Waggoner, 80, of Wabash, Indiana, died surrounded by her family, at 6:13 pm, Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on February 23, 1943, in Wabash, to William Edward and Maxine (Speicher) Schoby.
Mom was a 1961 graduate of Noble Township High School. A local flood couldn’t stop her from marrying the love of her life, Lloyd Thomas Waggoner Jr., in Richvalley, Indiana on April 25, 1964. Before his death on April 16, 1978, they were blessed with three children; Brad, Rachel, and Chris. Mom later married Lewis B. Flohr II on July 6, 1990; he died December 21, 2010.
Mom proudly chose to be a homemaker and raise her three children. She provided a home where we could ask questions, play outside way past dark, be creative, and exploration was encouraged. She raised us on biscuits and gravy, Rice-a-Roni, Hamburger Helper, macaroni and cheese, and homemade cakes for our birthdays. Mom loved Dolly Parton, her flower garden, reading, flea markets, eating out, and chocolate. Her ultimate joy was found in her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was intelligent, kind, witty, loyal, fun, forgiving and she loved deeply.
Mom was also blessed with many dear friendships (Go Swing Club ladies!). Patricia (Snyder) Padrick is one of those friends and was by mom’s side for over 60 years. Our mom cherished Pat and we are forever grateful for her loyal friendship.
Mom is survived by her children, Brad (Ralph Payne) Waggoner of Rancho Mirage, California, Rachel (Mike) Lovett of Benton, Kentucky and Chris (Stephanie Wagner) Waggoner of Wabash; five grandchildren, Ellie (Garrett) Lovett Fulgham, Annalee Lovett, Avery Lovett, Taylor (Bree) Wagner, and Celena Wagner; five great grandchildren, Hudson Wagner, Baker Wagner, Maizley Wagner, Nova Ammerman and Rain Ammerman. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Bill and Joe Schoby, and granddaughter Britany Hall.
Our mom was a devoted wife, loving mother, and loyal friend. We will move forward continuing to love her, cherish and laugh at our memories and honor her spirit daily. She was loved greatly and those that knew her and loved her most will miss her always. To our mom, mammy, and friend . . .”V is for Victory”!
Mom will be honored during a private family celebration. Preferred memorials are St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Wabash County Animal Shelter.
Lovingly, her children, Brad Waggoner, Rachel Lovett, and Chris Waggoner.
Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.
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