Patricia Bolding

Patricia Ann Bolding, affectionately known by many as Trish, Trisha, Mom, and Lady, was a radiant presence from the moment she was born on November 25, 1956, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Patricia, a dedicated, funny, loving, and resilient woman, moved through life with an unquenchable spirit and a heart full of love. Her laughter was infectious, drawing people into her orbit and making them feel seen, valued, and loved. She had a knack for making friends everywhere she went, from Claremore, OK, to Rogersville, MO, to Fordland, MO, and most recently, Springfield, Missouri.

Patricia made her living in the fuel retail business, where she provided customer service with a unique brand of humor and warmth that made even a simple transaction feel like a genuine human connection. But it was her role as a homemaker that truly showcased Patricia's loving spirit. She was a shining sun around which her children, grandchildren, and a broad circle of friends revolved. She was happiest when spending time with her loved ones, watching her favorite westerns and true crime TV shows, or simply tending to her wide circle of friends. As Helen Keller once said, "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart." Patricia embodied this sentiment, cherishing the invisible ties that bind us together more than anything else.

Above all, Patricia was a dedicated mother and grandmother whose love knew no bounds. Her children and grandchildren, Vanessa Flower, Jessica Black (Ryan Black), Philip Pulliam (Bradley Haller), and Paige Pulliam were the heart of her world, and her greatest wish was for their happiness. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Olien and Pansy Taber, who instilled in her the values of love, resilience, and humor that defined her life. Patricia left us on September 16, 2026, but her spirit and laughter will continue to echo in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her.

We invite you to share your memories of Patricia, to laugh, to cry, and to remember the joy she brought into our lives. Please leave your memories and upload photos to Patricia's memorial page, as we celebrate the life of a woman whose light will never truly go out.