The Excelsior Standard, Sept. 19, 2025

1949-2025

Patricia Schwarzel

Patricia Ann (Lawson) Schwarzel, a beautiful and cherished soul full of love, passed away Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at Liberty Hospital at age 76, surrounded by family. She was born Jan. 8, 1949, in Springfield, Mo., and was a lifelong resident of Lawson, where she raised her family and extended family. Patricia spent years as a loving wife; and an amazing sister, mother and grandmother who loved her family, her friends, the Kansas City Chiefs and Elvis.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Everett and Angie Lawson; husband, William “Pete” Schwarzel; siblings, Everett (EJ), Rick, Gary, Robert (Bobby) and Johnny; sisters-in-law, Cheryl Lawson and Judy Lawson; and grandson, Robert John Baker.

She is survived by her siblings, Harlin Lawson and Dixie Baker (husband Dan); and sons, Ronnie (wife Charlene) of Lawson, Rod (wife Shelley) of Clinton and Randy (wife, Kathryn) of Lawson. She also is survived by her daughters, Ramona Burns (husband Kenneth) of Oak Grove and Michelle Schwarzel of Greenwood; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and greatgreat- grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held for Patricia at a later time for all who loved her to gather and share memories.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Patricia can be made to Harbor Hospice, 208 N. Main St., Plattsburg, MO 64477; or at www.harborfoundation.com.

Patricia was a member of the Missouri Cremation Service. Online guestbook and obituary are at www.missouricremation. com.