Patsy Lou (Benson) Runyan, 82, Indianapolis, died Tuesday, June 18, 2019 in Community North Hospital with her daughters by her side. She was born on May 14, 1937 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Arvid & Lucy (Sanders) Benson. She graduated from Arsenal Tech High School.
She married the one and only love of her life, Ralph “Don” Runyan on June 26, 1955 in Indianapolis. Patsy was a devoted wife and mother who loved her family and friends. At the time of her retirement she had worked 36 years in the ER at St. Vincent’s Hospital.
She is proceeded in death by husband, Ralph “Don” Runyan; brothers, Donald and Eddie Benson; sister, Freda (Benson) Zurkan and Doris (Benson) Cox.
Survivors include brother, Richard Benson; sister, Shirley (Benson) Denoon; daughters, Racquel Runyan-Yeary and Renee Runyan; son, James Runyan; grandchildren, Tristan Runyan and Taylor (Yeary) Stucky; great grandchildren, Kaydence Runyan and Augustus Stucky; nieces, Paula (Cox) Stanfield, Kelly Cox and Victoria (Zurkan) Parker; nephews, Kevin and Keith Benson and Brian Cox.
The family will observe a private celebration of Patsy’s life. Arrangements entrusted to: Indiana Funeral Care, Indianapolis. Online condolences may be sent to www.indianafuneralcare.com
Lindsey says
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Patsy Lou. The passing away of a loved one is always with much sorrow. May we have faith and confidence in the Bible’s promise of a time when pain, sickness and death are a thing of the past (Revelation 21:3, 4). My condolences are with the family at this difficult time.
Kitzi Chotlos Love says
Dear Rocky—
I am so sorry. Your mom was so much fun. I enjoyed our bleacher time during Eastwood football and basketball games.
I saw her in the ER room three too many times. It would definitely have been more enjoyable to share one more ballgame.
Jasmine says
I am so sorry for your loss. I used to be neighbors with Pat and I can say she was one of the nicest women I have ever known! You will be missed, but I’m glad your suffering is gone.