Patricia G. DaleTekonshaPatricia G. Dale, 74, of Tekonsha died on May 18, 2017, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo following a short illness.Patricia was born on December 26, 1942 in Grad Rapids to Clayton and Elizabeth (Griffin) Willits.  She graduated from Charlotte High School.Patricia started working as a hair stylist in Charlotte for many years, and once her children were born she stayed at home and raised her family.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Tekonsha were she took part in the prayer circle.  Patricia also enjoyed crocheting, reading, going to garage sales, playing games and her animals. She is survived by her sons, Matthew (Rebekah) Hoover of Tekonsha and Mark (Crystal) Hoover of Coldwater; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a twin sister Pricilla Reed of Nashville; brothers, Frank Wapipnnk and Steven Runyan.  She was preceded in death by her parents and grandson Wesley Cotton.Visitation will take place at the Kempf Family Funeral Homes, Marshall Chapel 723 US 27 North on Sunday May 21, 2017 from 1-7pm with family present to greet friends from 1-3pm and 5-7pm.  Funeral services celebrating her life will take place at 1pm on Monday May 22, 2017 at the Kempf Funeral Home Marshall Chapel with Pastor Brian Perry officiating.  Interment will follow at West Eckford Cemetery.  Family will gather with friends following the committal services at the Kempf Funeral Home Reception Hall.  Memorial contributions are requested to First Baptist Church of Tekonsha. Assistance with memorials is available at the Kempf Funeral Home.  Leave a personal message for the family and sign the online guest book at www.kempffuneralhome.com