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Patricia A. (Smith) Sabath
Oct 13, 1946 - Dec 09, 2017

Patricia A. (Smith) Sabath, 71, passed away peacefully December 9, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family. Pat was born in Kansas City, MO and lived in the Kansas City area most of her adult life. She was a graduate of Shawnee Mission East High School, William Jewell College and the University of Northern Colorado.

 

Pat began her career as a social worker in Kansas City and later in Greely, CO. After completing her Master’s and Specialist degrees she began a 33-year career in education, primarily in the Shawnee Mission School District. She spent her last five years of teaching at Glenwood Ridge Elementary School in Basehor, KS. Her experiences ranged from elementary to high school in multiple capacities.  She was a member of the Shawnee Mission Effective Teaching Cadre, Shawnee Mission Elementary Science Curriculum Council, Kansas Exemplary Educators Network and the Teacher Mentor Cadre. In recognition of her commitment to public school education, Pat was awarded three Life Memberships in P.T.A. by three different schools. Pat received numerous awards including the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce Educator of the Year and the Greater Kansas City Program Volunteer of the Year from the American Heart Association. She was President of Delta Kappa Gamma, a retired teacher’s honorary society.

 

Pat maintained an extensive network of friends through her membership in two book clubs and several retired teacher groups as well as with several undergraduate school friends that she frequently traveled with.

 

Pat’s biggest love was her family.  She enjoyed traveling overseas with her husband Rich and many vacations to Colorado and Florida with her family. She was a beloved grandma to her seven grandchildren and thoroughly loved being with them. Pat enjoyed countless, memorable hours with them at the Lake House as well as watching their sporting events, dance recitals, band concerts and play performances.

 

She was preceded in death by her father, Lloyd H. Smith. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Rich Sabath, Lenexa, KS; mother Maxine Smith, Prairie Village, KS; brother John Smith (Peggy), Olathe, KS; sons Rick Sabath (Jennifer), Olathe, KS; Michael Sabath (Heather), St. Louis, MO; nephew Jamie Smith, South Bend, IN; grandchildren Brett, Emma, Drew, Lydia, Riley, Abbey and Chloe.

 

Memorial Service, Friday, December 15, 2017 at Old Mission United Methodist Church, 5519 State Park Road, Fairway, KS 66205. Visitation at 1:00 PM, Service 2:00 P.M. Reception to follow at the church.

 
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Old Mission United Methodist Church
Address:
5519 State Park Rd.
City:
Fairway
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66205
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Dec 15, 2017
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1:00 pm
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Location:
Old Mission United Methodist Church
Address:
5519 State Park Rd.
City:
Fairway
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66205
Date of Service:
Dec 15, 2017
Time of Service:
2:00 pm
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Condolences

Maria Green Dec 12, 2017

Friend of Mike and Heather Sabath ,St. Louis ,Missouri

To the entire Sabath Family, we are so sorry for your loss. We are lucky to have met Pat and spent some time at her beloved lake house with the family. What a wonderful lady, wife, mother mother-in-law and grandmother she was. Her love for life and her family reside in all of you. Peace and hugs from the Green Family

Tom & Barb Durnin Dec 12, 2017

College friends at William Jewell College ,Wentzville ,Missouri

Rich and family, We are so sorry for your loss and pray for peace and comfort! We cherish the memories of Pat with you and our great time at Jewell. We can't be with you Friday so God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.! Thinking about you, Tom and Barb

Doug Boswell Dec 13, 2017

College Friend ,Huntsville ,Texas

Pat will forever be remembered as "Smitty", and for her constant smile. Whenever Pat came into the room, everything lit up. A truly wonderful woman, friend and beautiful soul. She will be missed forever.

Larry and Joyce Clark Dec 13, 2017

Family Friend ,Owens Cross Roads ,AL

It is with great sadness that we read of Pat's passing this morning. The Smith family holds a special place in our hearts. Please accept our condolences and deepest sypathy. God bless you all. "Patsy" was special!!

Judy & Tim Patterson Dec 13, 2017

Friends ,Lenexa ,Kansas

Dear Rich and Family, We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife, mom and grandma. Pat was a very special lady and we are so thankful we had the opportunity to get to know her. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time. Love, Judy & Tim Patterson

Betsy Regan Dec 14, 2017

Friend ,PARKVILLE ,Nevada

I had the privilege of working with Pat on a number of projects in the Shawnee Mission School District. She willingly shared her time with others and had a passion for helping new teachers grow in their profession. She touched the lives of so many teachers and students. God bless. What a wonderful person. Betsy Degen Regan

Marius and Virginia Hubbell Dec 14, 2017

Friend and colleague ,Gladstone ,Missouri

Richard, I will not be able to attend Pat's visitation or memorial service because I will be out of town, but our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. You have been a good friend and associate for many years. You and Pat have a special place in our hearts and the hearts of many, many others. Peace, Marius & Virginia

Pam Barham Dec 15, 2017

Friend of Rich and Pat ,Independence ,Missouri

Rich, I was deeply sadden to hear of Pat's passing. She was truly one of the most caring and compassionate people I have ever meet. I am grateful I had the privilege to know her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's presence be with you and give you peace and comfort.

Mary Johnson-Bootka Dec 15, 2017

Friend/coworker ,Independence ,Missouri

Dear Rich, My sincere prayers and wishes of love, peace and great memories to you and your family. Pat was a great Lady. Love and Hugs! God bless.

Stephen Kaine Dec 15, 2017

Rich, Wanted you to know I'm thinking of you and your boys. Pat was such a wonderful human. She made a difference in the lives of so many children and families in our community: one of the many characteristics you shared in your lives together. Warmest regards, Steve

Patrice & Jim Wilson Dec 15, 2017

Colleague ,Kansas City ,Missouri

John, I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family at this time. Jim & Patrice Wilson

Caryn Rains Dec 16, 2017

teacher colleague ,OVERLAND PARK ,Kansas

Pat was unique among all of the teachers I worked with in nearly 40 years. I will never forget her influence, her smile and wonderful laugh, and everything I learned from her. She had an exceptional approach to any difficulty and never expressed any negativity. It was my privilege to have known her and learned from her. She will not be forgotten by any colleague whose life she touched. All of us are thinking of her family at this time.