Patricia Rae Cable Maddux, 78, of Lawrence, Kansas, went to Jesus on February 7, 2025, after a battle with various health challenges.
She was born October 25, 1946, to Wilburn and Ruby Cable in McLeansboro, Illinois. After graduating from Fairfield High School in Fairfield, Illinois, Patricia went on to receive a Bachelor of Christian Education at Ozark Bible College in 1968.
It was at Ozark Bible College where she met her husband, Lanny. They were married August 2, 1966. Patricia and Lanny had five children, Sara, Philip, Mark, Felicia, and Laura.
Patricia served with her husband on the mission eld in Brazil from November of 1970 to May of 1977, as well as in local church ministry in Topeka, Kansas, and University Park, Illinois, before moving to Lawrence, Kansas in 1991 where Lanny worked in international student ministry at the University of Kansas. She was a homemaker, a piano teacher, a church secretary, the Assistant Activities Director at Lawrence Presbyterian Manor, and a faithful employee of the Lawrence Public Schools for many years. She was a long-time member of Lawrence Heights Christian Church.
Patricia loved to cook wonderful meals for her family, play the piano, read selections from her incredible library, and crochet. She crocheted countless afghans, hot pads, and baby blankets for all of her grandchildren and many others. Patricia and Lanny opened their home for over 20 years to countless international students and friends, continually showing the utmost hospitality. She was a woman of great grace, and will be remembered for her unfailing love for all, her sweet smile, and her faithful service to the Kingdom of God.
Patricia is survived by her husband, Lanny, her children: Sara (John) Desmond of Joplin, MO., Philip (Elizabeth) Maddux of Warsaw, OH, Mark (Janice) Maddux of Columbus, OH, and Laura (Tyler) Green of Lawrence, KS, her 12 grandchildren, and her 8 great-grandchildren.
Services for Patricia will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to MMS Aviation, P.O. Box 1118, Coshocton, OH 43812. MMS Aviation serves missionary aviation by training apprentice mechanics and pilots, as well as maintaining missionary aircraft that support the spread of the Gospel of Jesus Christ around the world.
Sara and family
I always remember Pat as a very sweet and patient lady with the kindest heart. Some of my favorite memories are those of us hanging out at your house after church or youth group. Your mom and dad always made us feel like family. Pat had the most amazing smile that lit up her whole face . You couldn’t help but to feel the joy that radiated from her.
May God grant you his peace at this time of sorrow.
Oh Sara, we are so sorry to hear about your mom. Somewhere along the line I thought your dad was not doing too well. PLEASE, IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO FOR YOU, PLEASE LET US KNOW. Remember you are my daughter-in -law that I just didn’t have a son for. We send you our love and prayers, Marlys,Ralph and Jeff. The Deans!💕💗❤️
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of you Mom! Prayers for you and your family! ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
I’m so sorry for your loss. Pat was such a wonderful woman, and will be missed. Hugs and prayers for all of you during this time.
Phil, your mom sounds like a lovely lady and wonderful mother. You and your kids are a great tribute to her life. Blessings for comfort for a great loss.
What a sweet caring lady Pat was. Always positive and upbeat. I so enjoyed working with her at Schwegler many years ago. I’m so sorry for your loss Laura and family.
Fond memories of Pat giving piano lessons to my kids. I loved to just sit and listen and relax during the lessons, but I remember once it wasn’t so relaxing when we had tornado warning going off while there. Prayers for peace and comfort for Lanny and all of the family during this difficult time.
Sending all my love to Lanny and Pat’s entire amazing family! ❤️