Patricia "Patty" Christensen

Patricia P. "Patty" Christensen February 20, 1933 – August 8, 2025 Our sweet mom and beloved sister, Patricia P. "Patty" Christensen, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025. Born in Leavenworth, Washington, on February 20, 1933, to Aubrey and Mary (Buntain) Pobst, Patty’s early years were spent in Plain, WA, where she rode alongside her grandpa Otho Pobst delivering milk from his “Pobst Blue Ribbon” dairy farm. Patty attended schools in Cashmere and Wenatchee, graduating in 1951. Shortly after, she married Bob Curtis, and together they moved to Parkland, WA, while Bob attended PLU and Patty worked at a local bank, beginning their family while still in college. In 1956, they moved to East Wenatchee and built a home, adding two more children to their family, and established Curtis Thriftway, becoming very active in the community. Patty devoted herself to raising four children, creating a warm and lively household. A gifted seamstress, she lovingly sewed most of her daughters’ clothing, along with countless dance costumes and prom dresses. She was always there to greet her children after school, chauffeur them to sports and dance classes, and host guests with grace and generosity. Later in her life, Patty went on to work as a bookkeeper at R.W. Belt & Co., where she met the love of her life, Pete Christensen. They married in 1981 and shared 25 joyful years together until Pete’s passing in 2007. Patty and Pete traveled extensively—from road trips across the U.S. to Denmark to meet Pete’s relatives, and to Canada, where she was embraced by the Christensen cousins. Patty was deeply involved in her church community at Grace Lutheran, serving with the Altar Guild, quilting group, and knitting prayer shawls. She also brought communion to shut-ins, offering comfort and connection. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Pete; and brothers: Kenneth, Gordon, and Alan Pobst. She is survived by her brother, Dennis Pobst (Debbie) of Plain, WA, sister-in-law, Leigh Pobst; and children: Joyce Vognild (Jon), Robin Curtis (Jeff), Janie Dymond (Ron), and Brian Curtis (Ardys). Patty also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Adam Vognild and Brian Curtis (Michelle), Patrick Dymond (Rachel), Jonathan Dymond, Emily Dymond, Sam Curtis, and Katie Curtis; and great-grandchildren: Jackson and Cliff Dymond, and Caiden Curtis. Patty spent her final years at Bonaventure Senior Living in East Wenatchee, where she formed many dear friendships. The family extends heartfelt thanks to her extraordinary caregiver, Melanie Salter, the Confluence Hospice team—especially nurse Valerie and Dr. McBride—and the compassionate staff at Bonaventure. When asked by a physician if she was afraid of dying, Patty pointed heavenward and replied, “Oh no, I have a reservation.” That reservation has now been joyfully confirmed. A memorial service and inurnment will be held at Grace Lutheran Church in Wenatchee on October 11 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Grace Memorial Garden or Heifer International.

Patricia "Patty" Christensen

February 20, 1933 - August 8, 2025