On April 19th 2020, our beloved sister Pat R. Karmeier passed into the loving arms of God at the age of 64.
Pat was raised as a Christian and loved her family dearly. She was survived by her husband and daughter.
Pat’s passions were many. And she busied herself with as much as she could, swing dancing, rescuing animals, motorcycles, Patriot Guard, and family. She made custom soaps and loved the beach. She always wanted to travel especially to Italy, loved organic whole foods and so much more.
Pat was Daughter to Rolmes T. Crabtree and Dorothy F. (Hill) Crabtree. Wife to Richard F. Karmeier and Mother to Jamie N. Thompson. Mawmaw to Alexis Nicole Thompson (21), Alyssa Marie Thompson (18), Kyan Cole Thompson (11), Kilah Mae Thompson (8). Mother-in-law to Barrett Thompson (47). Aunt to 2 nieces, 4 nephews, and 1 great niece and 5 great nephews.
She worked as administrative assistant at DiCor, volunteered many years blood sweat and especially tears to saving abused or neglected animals, at times fostering them until forever homes could be found.
She is survived by Alberta A. Crabtree age 67. George M. Crabtree age 61, Rebecca L.Trimborn age 58, Mike E. Crabtree age 55.
She was preceded by father Rolmes T. Crabtree, mother Dorothy F. Crabtree, brother Dennis L. Crabtree.
Pat has requested that there not be a funeral. She wants people’s memories of her to be those of her being happy and healthy.
A day of remembrance will be held in the future. Please bring your funniest and fondest memories of Pat if you’re able to attend.
Footprints in the Sand
Footprints in the Sand, a beautiful poem!
One night I dreamed a dream. As I was walking along the beach with Jesus Across the dark sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene, I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand, One belonging to me and one to my Lord.
After the last scene of my life flashed before me, I looked back at the footprints in the sand. I noticed that at many times along the path of my life, especially at the very lowest and saddest times, there was only one set of footprints.
This really troubled me, so I asked the Lord about it. “Lord, you said once I decided to follow you, You’d walk with me all the way. But I noticed that during the saddest and most troublesome times of my life, there was only one set of footprints. I don’t understand why, when I needed You the most, You would leave me.”
He whispered, “ Pat my precious child, I love you and will never leave you. Never, ever, during your trials and testings. When you saw only one set of footprints, It was then that I carried you.”
14 Comments
Lorraine Stickleyon April 27, 2020 at 5:24 pm
I miss you so much Pat, I will always love you, I know you are in a better place and not in any pain, but I still miss you! Love Lorraine
Sharon McGuireon April 27, 2020 at 7:23 pm
Pat, I pray your family knows what a ‘jewel’ you were. You brightened up so many people’s lives. Not only the immeidate family but also the PGR family. I miss you greatly; I miss our msgs back and forth on FB and PM. I felt the need to call you when you didn’t answer my FB msgs. That call was never done and I can’t forgive myself for not making it. I am thankful Larry and I visited you over the Christmas holiday. It was so great seeing you; you had a knack of making me always feel better. Even when you weren’t feeling so good. I hate the fact that you are no longer with us but am so pleased you are in no more pain. A part of you will always remain in my heart. You were a special person. May God watch over you now and may you always look down and smile on your family and PGR family. One last hug from you would never have been enough. Sending love up to you in heaven from Larry and me.
Rick Kroegeron April 27, 2020 at 7:55 pm
Oh Sparky how I miss you. There were so many things I wanted you to teach me. So many places I wanted to take you 2-up! The time we had together was short but that time was some of the best I’ve ever experienced. Thank you. You were a beacon for me and taught me what it truly means to love. I will continue here with you constantly in my thoughts. As I once wrote to you, you have my heart. You were the Spark I needed to regain my love for life. Until we can be together again and resume our star counting from the pool, you still will have my heart. See you on the other side Pat. Love ya forever and a day. Rest in eternal peace. Rick
Malia Hanewinkelon April 27, 2020 at 8:57 pm
Pat..I will miss you so very much. I will miss our lunches together and miss your smiling face. You were definitely a shining light on many lives. I miss you and love you my friend. RIP.
Sandra Tadrickon April 29, 2020 at 7:47 pm
Pat, RIP my sister. I will be eternally grateful for our girl talk at Frankie G’s. It really touched my heart when you made a special effort to make a mission to see me, knowing how weak you were from your treatments. I will miss you on the flag line, and in life.
Dan Tadrickon April 29, 2020 at 7:49 pm
You will be missed on the PGR flag line. When we get to do missions again I’ll be thinking of you and keep my pegs down for you.
Jeanne Everetton May 2, 2020 at 9:08 pm
My heart is broken. Yet our loss is heavens gain. As for my family and our 10 yr old pitbull Billy. You were loved. I take comfort in knowing that you’re no longer sick or in pain. Fly high with the angels my friend. Until we meet again.
Melissa Alstonon May 4, 2020 at 11:58 pm
Patty you will be missed. You were always so beautiful inside and out. Fly high my dear cousin. We love you♥️
Tim Austinon May 5, 2020 at 12:16 am
i Never know what to say at times like this, I pray for your family and I know you are in a better place. I think back to when we were kids and we would all meet down at the farm. Those memories are my fondest memories and I can only imagine the reunion that is taking place in heaven. This world was lucky to have you and you will be missed by many.
Joe Lynetton May 6, 2020 at 11:55 am
My thought and prayers go out to the entire family! I would like to express my condolences to you during this time of your loss! To me buddy Rick “Curly” Kroeger if there is ever anything I can do for you please reach out brother! Respectfully Joe Lynett
Dan “TOP” Parnellon May 6, 2020 at 11:57 am
I will miss the friendship we shared standing a flag line on PGR Missions. I also shared your love for dogs and will miss sharing my Stella stories with you on Facebook. I hope to see you standing the Flag Line as I enter Heaven❤️
Pat, I did not know you very long, but I felt like we were friends. I so enjoy the visit at our home with you and the visits we had back and forth to Chemo. I was so sad when I heard you had gone on to you permanent home. I had no idea that things were that bad. You never complained. I was hoping I would get to see you again, visit and go to lunch once this pandemic was over. You were always upbeat. I shared you love of dogs and your little ones were so cute. I am sure they went to a good home. Will miss you and will see you when I get there. Rest in peace my friend.
Denny Wiseon May 6, 2020 at 3:21 pm
Rest in peace God bless you will be missed our condolences
I miss you so much Pat, I will always love you, I know you are in a better place and not in any pain, but I still miss you! Love Lorraine
Pat, I pray your family knows what a ‘jewel’ you were. You brightened up so many people’s lives. Not only the immeidate family but also the PGR family. I miss you greatly; I miss our msgs back and forth on FB and PM. I felt the need to call you when you didn’t answer my FB msgs. That call was never done and I can’t forgive myself for not making it. I am thankful Larry and I visited you over the Christmas holiday. It was so great seeing you; you had a knack of making me always feel better. Even when you weren’t feeling so good. I hate the fact that you are no longer with us but am so pleased you are in no more pain. A part of you will always remain in my heart. You were a special person. May God watch over you now and may you always look down and smile on your family and PGR family. One last hug from you would never have been enough. Sending love up to you in heaven from Larry and me.
Oh Sparky how I miss you. There were so many things I wanted you to teach me. So many places I wanted to take you 2-up! The time we had together was short but that time was some of the best I’ve ever experienced. Thank you. You were a beacon for me and taught me what it truly means to love.
I will continue here with you constantly in my thoughts. As I once wrote to you, you have my heart. You were the Spark I needed to regain my love for life. Until we can be together again and resume our star counting from the pool, you still will have my heart. See you on the other side Pat. Love ya forever and a day. Rest in eternal peace.
Rick
Pat..I will miss you so very much. I will miss our lunches together and miss your smiling face. You were definitely a shining light on many lives. I miss you and love you my friend. RIP.
Pat,
RIP my sister. I will be eternally grateful for our girl talk at Frankie G’s.
It really touched my heart when you made a special effort to make a mission to see me, knowing how weak you were from your treatments.
I will miss you on the flag line, and in life.
You will be missed on the PGR flag line. When we get to do missions again I’ll be thinking of you and keep my pegs down for you.
My heart is broken. Yet our loss is heavens gain. As for my family and our 10 yr old pitbull Billy. You were loved. I take comfort in knowing that you’re no longer sick or in pain. Fly high with the angels my friend. Until we meet again.
Patty you will be missed. You were always so beautiful inside and out. Fly high my dear cousin. We love you♥️
i Never know what to say at times like this, I pray for your family and I know you are in a better place. I think back to when we were kids and we would all meet down at the farm. Those memories are my fondest memories and I can only imagine the reunion that is taking place in heaven. This world was lucky to have you and you will be missed by many.
My thought and prayers go out to the entire family! I would like to express my condolences to you during this time of your loss! To me buddy Rick “Curly” Kroeger if there is ever anything I can do for you please reach out brother!
Respectfully
Joe Lynett
I will miss the friendship we shared standing a flag line on PGR Missions. I also shared your love for dogs and will miss sharing my Stella stories with you on Facebook. I hope to see you standing the Flag Line as I enter Heaven❤️
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Pat, I did not know you very long, but I felt like we were friends. I so enjoy the visit at our home with you and the visits we had back and forth to Chemo. I was so sad when I heard you had gone on to you permanent home. I had no idea that things were that bad. You never complained. I was hoping I would get to see you again, visit and go to lunch once this pandemic was over. You were always upbeat. I shared you love of dogs and your little ones were so cute. I am sure they went to a good home. Will miss you and will see you when I get there. Rest in peace my friend.
Rest in peace God bless you will be missed our condolences
i miss my grandma ☹️