Patsy J. Strycker, a cherished matriarch of the Goshen community, passed away on January 2, 2026, at Hubbard Hill Living Wisdom in Elkhart, Indiana. At 93 years old, she leaves behind a legacy woven from devotion, resilience, and the quiet strength that defined her life. Her passing closes a chapter filled with love, continuity, and deep family bonds.
Born on April 29, 1932, in Goshen to Loyd and Mary (Miller) Soncarty, Patsy grew up surrounded by the values of hard work and community that Elkhart County instilled. A proud graduate of Goshen High School in 1950, she carried those lessons into adulthood, remaining rooted in the same close-knit area where her story began.
On June 8, 1952, she married her lifelong companion, Dr. Stanley J. Strycker. Their marriage of more than 71 years was a partnership built on love and mutual respect, lasting until Stanley’s passing in January 2024. Together they raised children who dedicated their lives to service and care, a reflection of the values Patsy and Stanley lived by. Their union became the heart of a family that grew strong under their guidance.
Patsy is survived by her son Dr. Douglas (Helen Ann) Strycker of Milford, Indiana; daughter Connie (Robert) Springer of Metamora, Illinois; son Dr. Stephen (Sharon) Strycker of St. Joseph, Michigan; and daughter-in-law Andrea Strycker of Parker, Colorado. She also leaves behind fourteen grandchildren, twenty-eight great-grandchildren, and her brother Philip (Pat) Soncarty of Elkhart. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Stanley, and her son Dr. David B. Strycker.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Jefferson Community Church in Goshen, followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. A private family burial at Violett Cemetery will honor her wish for a simple, meaningful farewell surrounded by loved ones.
Through nine decades, Patsy embodied grace and devotion. She offered unwavering support to her husband, nurtured her children, and delighted in the growth of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her life was a testament to the quiet power of love and the enduring strength of family. To those who knew her, she will forever be remembered as a true matriarch whose presence shaped generations and whose memory will continue to inspire.
