Patricia Garrod

Patricia Jean Garrod died May 20, 2011, at the age of 56. Born July 6, 1954 in Owosso, Michigan, the daughter of Rex and Mable (Detwiler) Collins. Patricia loved her family and her dog Oliver. She enjoyed being out of doors, especially participating in water activities. She graduated from Ferris State University with a Bachelor of Science degree. Patricia was proud of her role in improving the lives of children as a Laboratory Scientist in the newborn screening department with the State of Michigan.

Patricia is survived by her husband Robert of St. Johns, as well as their daughter, Lindsay (Andrew) Zevchak of Laingsburg and son, Greg (Casey) Garrod of Chicago. She is also survived by her sisters, Anne (Glenn) Gross, Janet (Les) Schwartz, Sue (Philip) Soldan, Brother in laws, Mike (Shelly) Garrod, Bill Garrod, Randy Garrod, Sister in laws, Dixa (Robert) Rositas, Pam (John) Garcia, as well as many nieces and nephews. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, David Collins.

Funeral Services will be held, 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at the Osgood Funeral Home with Pastor Hugh Banninga officiating. The family will receive friends, Monday, 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Patricia's memory to Sparrow Foundation/Palliative Care Service, 1110 E. Michigan Ave, P.O. Box 30480, Lansing, MI. 48909-7980.

To learn more about Patricia and view her Life Story Film, please visit her personal webpage at www.lifestorynet.com/memories/70476 .