Patricia Ann Rexing

Patricia Ann Rexing (nee Kelle) passed away peacefully August 10, 2025, at Oasis Assisted Living Facility in Evansville, Indiana. She was 91 years old. A lifetime resident of Evansville Indiana, Patricia (Pat) and her husband Julius (deceased) met prior to Julius’ deployment to serve in the Korean War. Upon Julius’ return, they married, raised five children, and managed numerous agriculture enterprises, while maintaining their two careers. Pat and Julius together excelled at building, renovating, and decorating their five homes over a period of nearly 60 years. In later years they most enjoyed gardening and cooking together on Sundays while listening to National Public Radio, Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion. Pat, a graduate of Mater Dei high school subsequently attended evening classes at Lockyear Business College earning a degree in business administration. For over two decades Pat served as the executive assistant to the Executive Director of Wellborn Mental Health Hospital. Pat is survived by her daughter Kelle Rexing of Evansville IN, son Joe Rexing and wife Suzanne of Baltimore MD, son John Rexing and wife Joyce of Lafayette IN, daughter Sarah Hooper (nee Rexing) and partner Griffin Nance of Newburgh IN, daughter in law Lori Rexing (nee Damm) married to son Matthew Rexing (deceased) of Evansville, five grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. Pat’s six siblings, previously deceased, are survived by sisters-in-law, Barbara Kelle and Lorraine Kelle. A memorial service will be held at Pierre Funeral Home at 1:00 PM on Friday, August 15, 2025. Visitation will take place from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM followed by a service at Pierre Funeral Home. Burial at St. Joseph Cemetery immediately follows the service. The family expresses gratitude to caregivers, extended family members, colleagues and friends who have shared in Pat’s life, caregiving, and celebration of life. The family requests, in lieu of flowers or other gifts, that those wishing to memorialize Pat’s life contribute to the Alzheimer’s Association for continued research for the treatment of dementia. Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.

Patricia Ann Rexing

January 13, 1934 - August 10, 2025