She was a passionate advocate for Parkinson’s and served as the facilitator of the Parkinson’s support group in NW Indiana.
Patricia was born in South Amana, Iowa, on January 9, 1947, the daughter of Herbert F. and Adaline (Duda) Zuber. She was a graduate of Amana High School in Amana, Iowa.
She dedicated 30 years as Executive Director for the Center for Possibilities in New Chicago, Indiana, caring for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Following her retirement, she continued to serve on the Board of Directors.
Patricia had a servant’s heart, loved the Lord, and lived her life in service to Him. She was an active member of Augsburg Evangelical Lutheran Church in Porter, Indiana, prior to relocating to Illinois.
Patricia’s compassion, love, and friendship will forever be remembered and cherished by her family and friends. Her passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew her.
Survivors include her daughter Brenda (Craig) Vanderploeg of Fulton, Illinois; son Chad Starbuck of Fulton, Illinois; grandchildren Jessica, Nicole, and Joshua Vanderploeg; brother Thomas (Janet) Zuber of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and three nieces.
Honoring her wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. A gathering will take place at McDonald Funeral Home in Fulton, Illinois, on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., followed by services at 10:30 a.m. Interment will conclude at Fulton Township Cemetery.
