Patricia L. Crouse

Born in Gowanda, Dec. 4, 1945, the daughter of Lester L. and Edna M. (Coles) Arnold. Patricia married Henry J. Crouse at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gowanda June 28, 1968. Henry passed away June 7, 1997.

Patricia was a retired LPN, she worked at various health care facilities in the area , including Eden Heights in Eden, NY.

Patty and Henry were both involved with the Gowanda Volunteer Fire Dept. Patty served as past President of the Departments Ladies Auxiliary, she was also involved with the Southwestern Fire District Auxillary . Growing up in Gowanda , Patty and her family attended the Trinity United Church of Christ she was involved with various church committees and sang in the church choir. She was a loving mom and sister and had a special place in her heart for her grandchildren.

Survivors include children; Michael J. (Tonya) Crouse of Gowanda, Karen (Fredrick) Schmitkens of Buffalo and a Godson Richard Brumfield of Buffalo. Grandchildren; Michael Jr., Jeffrey, Kaitlin, Brandon, Justin and Annie. Great grandchildren; Bentley, Riley, Oni, Nicholas, Emmalynn, Laycee, Carson and Austin. Patricia is also survived by her sister Leslie (Jerry) Nowak of Cheektowaga.

Patricia was preceded in death by her Mom and Dad , her husband Henry of 29 years and a great grandson Jeremiah Jaskowiak.

Friends may call SUNDAY NOV. 30, 2025 from 1-5pm at the SCHINDLER FUNERAL HOME, 44 Center St., Gowanda, NY. A funeral service for Patricia will commence at 5pm at the close of calling hours Sunday.