Patricia Clay

Patricia Clay, 76, of Springfield passed away on Monday February 21, 2011 in St. John's Mercy Villa. Patricia served as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force as a radar operator & flight attendant from 1953 to 1957. She lived at The Montclair in Springfield, MO, where she enjoyed the friendship of many of the tenants and staff. Patricia was a dear friend to Martha Anderson and Linda Bazyn, both of Springfield MO.

Her parents Kenneth and Helen Clay and brother, Kenneth Clay II, preceded her in death.

She is survived by a brother: Thomas Clay of Brick, NJ, sisters: Margaret Walker of Flemington, NJ, and Joyce Schaible of NJ. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. At her request, there were no services. Patricia has been laid to rest at the Springfield National Cemetery.

Donations in Patricia's name can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Tribute Program, PO Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38148 or by calling 1-800-822-6344.