Patricia Joanne Koth, 79, of Shelbyville, passed away, Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Franciscan St. Francis Health in Indianapolis.

She was born November 21, 1944, in San Diego, California, the daughter of Frank and Ardith (Barden) Gierhart.  On December 21, 1966, she married Michael Koth, and he survives.

In addition to Michael, Patricia is survived by her son, Michael Koth Jr. of Union, Kentucky; daughters, Shannon Kotarski of Indianapolis, Jennifer Thompson and husband, Travis, of Perrysburg, Ohio, Kathleen  Wilson and wife,  Brittainy, of Greenfield, and Heather Koth-Snyder and husband, Adam, of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Nathan Koth, Samantha Koth, Ashlie Swain, Evita Koth, Hailey Thompson and Ryan Thompson; and great-grandchildren, Jack Swain and Joey Swain.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Chester Gierhart.

In 1962, Patricia graduated from Regina High School in Cincinnati, Ohio.  She received her bachelor’s in education from Edge Cliff College (Xavier University).

Patricia enjoyed substitute teaching.  Spending time with her family and friends was her greatest treasure.

Friends and Family may gather from 9:30 to 11:30 am, Friday, January 19, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

A Celebration of Patricia’s life will follow at 11:30 am,  Friday, at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be shared with Patricia’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.