Patrick Edward Stotts, 68, of Carthage, Missouri, formerly of Sarcoxie passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 in the comfort of his home.

Patrick entered this life on June 3, 1951 in Joplin, to the union of the late Jack Leroy and Helen Lenora Stotts. He was a graduate of Sarcoxie High School. He proudly served in the Army National Guard from 1972 to 1979. For several years he was employed with Atlas Powder and later retiring in June of 2019 from Empire District as operator first class. He was a lifelong area resident. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He loved the guitar, Harley motorcycle trips and the great outdoors. He will be truly be missed by all those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Jack & Helen Stotts; and brother Michael Stotts.

Patrick is survived by his children, Lisha Reynolds (Rob) of Sarcoxie, Dr. Trisha Stotts of Neosho and Nathan Stotts of Bellevue, Washington; granddaughter, Jessica Dalton; great granddaughter, Zoey Gregg; and one sister, Dr. Jacklyn Joyo (Colin) of Newport Beach, California; as well as a host of other family and friends.

The family will receive family and friends Friday evening, December 6, 2019 from 6-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to Sarcoxie Cemetery in care of the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website www.housh-goodwinfuneralcome.com . Cremation arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home in Sarcoxie, Missouri.