Patricia Louise Coburn, beloved mother, devoted homemaker, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on April 24, 1926, in Steubenville, Ohio, Patricia lived a life filled with love, grace, and unwavering faith.
A proud resident of Mc Dermott, Ohio, Patricia’s heart belonged to her family and her community. As a dedicated mother, she found joy in every moment spent attending her children, grand and great grandchildren activities, often driving numerous children to their practices and games. Her warmth and kindness fostered an environment of love and support that touched the lives of many.
Patricia was an avid fan of Ohio State University sports, showcasing her spirited enthusiasm for the Buckeyes. Her love for animals was evident in her dedication to raising wire-haired terriers, who brought her great joy and companionship over the years.
A faithful member of Calvary Chapel Church in Portsmouth, Patricia adored the Lord and actively participated in church life, fostering her strong sense of community and devotion. Her creativity shone brightly through her love of sewing, crafting beautiful clothes for her girls when they were young-a testament to her nurturing spirit.
Throughout her life, Patricia supported her late husband in his passion for harness racing, taking pride in their journey together as he drove, trained, and cared for pacer horses at the racetrack.
Patricia’s legacy of love, faith, and kindness will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents Edward Dunn and Bessie Margaret (Nee O’Neal) Dougherty Sr., her husband of fifty years when he passed, Howard David Coburn, two sons: Howard “David” Coburn, Jr., Timothy Edward Coburn, one daughter, Jane “Janie’ Ann Coburn, one brother, Edward D. Dougherty, Jr. and one sister, Jeanne Kinskey.
She is survived by one son and daughter in law, Jeffrey Anderson and Brenda Coburn of McDermott and one daughter and son in law, Susan and Joe Bruch of McDermott, seven grandchildren: David and Sean Coburn, Joellen Thomas, Bryan Bruch, Elizabeth Lewis, Patricia “Tricia” Boggs, and Jillian “Jill” Wilt; twenty-two great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service for Patty will be held June 28, 2025, 1:00-3:00 PM at Calvary Chapel, 1530 Franklin Ave., Portsmouth, OH.
Patricia Louise Coburn’s radiant spirit and generous heart will be dearly missed but will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know her.
Please visit www.fcdaehlermortuary.com to leave a special memory of Patricia or condolences for her family.
