Patricia Mary Fake

Patricia Mary Fake passed away June 6, 2026, at the age of 75 from previously undiagnosed cancers.

Patricia was born on February 1, 1951, to John Fake Sr. and Dorothy (Freeman) Fake.

Growing up on her parents' fruit farm in Paw Paw, Patricia and her siblings learned the value of hard work and perseverance from the beginning. Seeing the realities of farm life and family dynamics of the 1950s and 60s forever shaped Patricia and cemented her beliefs in what was right and what was wrong.

Farm life was the igniter of Patty’s incredible passion for animals. From her first pony in childhood to her twenty plus horses throughout her life, Patty had the gift of caring for animals wholeheartedly. Dogs and cats too numerous to list, strays and wild animals all found their savior on earth in Patricia.

Patricia's caring nature was shown to her family by the open door to her home. She was a constant and steady anchor to many. Her phone number never changed, and she would always take your call. Many family members found a bed waiting when needed and a warm hug always. Patty lovingly gave her grandchildren a crocheted blanket at their birth, many to be remade by her after years of love and comfort provided. Patty's signature super soft crocheted hats were given with love each Christmas to family members who’d promise to cherish them and continue to wear them.

Patricia was a lover of all foods spicy. From sweets and snacks to meals, Patty said it needed to have “zip!” or she wasn't having it. A stickler to traditions and recipes, Patty was known for her incredible oatmeal raisin cookies which would often be bestowed upon the lucky on their birthday. And if not cookies, she always would make your favorite meal. That was the way she showed she cared.

Though Patty was truly a homebody, she enjoyed the rare time away from her home and animals. A quick trip to the casino with a friend or vacation with her daughter and grandchildren to the Dominican Republic, a bus trip to Jasper & Glacier National Park with her sister, or the Kentucky Derby with her grandson are all core memories she cherished.

Her love and spirit endure in her son, Timothy (Stacy) Brown; sisters, Connie Ashcraft & Diana Fake; grandchildren, Alexandria Boyer & Garrett Boyer; Theo Brown & Christopher (Ariana) Brown, Austin Lovett, Aiden Robinson & Alivia Robinson and many nieces & nephews. Though most are called by their nickname lovingly bestowed upon them by Patricia.

Patricia has gone to be with her parents, John & Dorothy; her brother, John Jr. and her daughter, Jennifer.

Family and friends are invited to visit on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home, 502 W. Michigan Avenue, Paw Paw. A memorial service will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family for the care of Patricia’s very soon to be born great-grandchild; checks made payable to Alex Boyer.