Lucia Helene Patterson, 79, of Moscow Mills, MO, passed away on march 31, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 8, 1946 in St. Louis, MO, to Louis and Helen ( Karas) Horst. Lucia attended St Sebastian Catholic Grade School North St Louis County and St Thomas Aquinas High School Florissant Missouri. On December 27, 1966 she was united in marriage with Louis Patterson. To this union were born two children, Sean and Heather. Lucia had worked as an Administrative Assistant at Metro St. Louis Bar Association for over 10 years and was a devoted employee.  She enjoyed crocheting and scrapbooking. Her family describes her as "Outgoing, strong and fearless. Lucia loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a long time volunteer with the American Cancer Society. Lucia was a " Hero of Hope" and mentored many people through their cancer journey, sharing her strength and positive attitude.  She donated her body to Washington University Medical School to be a source of learning.

She is survived by her loving husband, Louis Patterson of Moscow Mills, MO, two children, Sean (Heather Lang) Patterson of Moscow Mills, MO, Heather ( Marty) Baker of Troy, MO, grandchildren, J.T. Bolin, Alexis Daft, Bryanna Patterson, Colin Patterson, Timothy Baker and Cody Melson, great-grandchildren, Erin, Addison, Cole, Connor, Elijah, Ezreal, Evrin and Eugee, many other relatives and friends.

Lucia was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorials- In lieu of flowers to American Cancer Society c/o McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes 1304 Boone Street Troy, MO 63379

Celebration of life  to be held at a later date.

Family and Friends may sign the online guestbook @www.mccoyblossomfh.com