Patty Sue Harlow

Patty Murrell Harlow

Patricia Sue “Patty” Murrell Harlow, 75 of Kirksville passed away peacefully in her home with family by her side Thursday September 29, 2022. She faced the daunting disease of ALS  with courage & grace, a true hallmark of Patty's deep abiding faith.

The daughter of Marion and Sylvia (Priebe) Harbur, she was born June 23, 1947 in Ottumwa Iowa. She was united in marriage to William F. 'Bill' Murrell in Kirksville on August 12 1967, who passed away December 20 2003.  33 years together were filled with good memories, friends & a beautiful family.

On March 7, 2009 she and Dennis Harlow were married in Kirksville. They loved to travel, cheer on the Chiefs & Cardinals, take jeep rides and make every day an adventure. Life on The Farm was their true haven. Dennis died October 20, 2017.

Patty is survived by those who loved her most, her family. Her deep devotion to them will be forever treasured . A legacy of how to treat others. They included her children;  Kim (Jerry) Wetzel ,Seymour, IN,  Billy (Denae) Murrell, Maryville, MO Holly (Jimmy) Westmoreland, Kirksville; step children; Jill (Pete) Peleuses, Leland NC, Kelly (Adam) Bozzi , Arlington VA;  grandchildren; Collin & Cecily Coffman, Claire, Cloie, Cambree & Carrigan Murrell, Carson Westmoreland, Lindsey (Mitchell) Kilgas, Mitchell Wetzel, step grandchildren; Cole & Nash Peleuses, Dominic, Emelia and Leo Bozzi;  great grandchildren; Remi & Ryan Wetzel, Larkin Kilgas, sisters -in-laws Cathy (Scott) Moore, Cheryl (Mark) Solari and Joyce Williams.

Patty grew up in Gorin, Missouri and graduated  class of '65 Gorin High School.  She attended Kirksville  College of Cosmetology. Her privately owned business, Patty's Primp & Curl was noted for not only making you look like a queen but making you feel like one as well, with her warm hospitality for each client.  She retired in 2009 but always enjoyed keeping in tune with trends.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, P.E.O., and was active in the Kirksville Booster Club when her children were in school. Patty Loved People! Her positive attitude filled a room. She was a giver not a taker.

Always thinking of others first. Selfless was a word many used to describe her. Devoted 100% to family & friends.... and always ready to go at the drop of a hat. Now she might be 10 minutes late but never fear, she'll show up!  Patty Sue Murrell Harlow was a delight.

Visitation with the family will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, October 3, 2022 Davis-Playle-Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery.

Memorials in memory of Patty are suggested to the First United Methodist church or the ALS Foundation.

Arrangements in the care of Davis-Playle-Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home; www.davisplaylehudsonrimer.com.