Patricia Jean "Pat" Treadway

Patricia Jean Treadway, a gifted seamstress, talented artist, and cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, at the age of 85. Patricia, or Pat as she was known, was a woman of many talents and immense kindness, known for her creativity, unwavering faith, and dedication to her family. Born on March 21, 1939, in Fort Stockton, Texas, to William Wesley Maloch and Mary Alice (Modesette) Maloch. Pat grew up in a household marked by honor and service: her father, a Texas Highway Patrolman, instilled in her a sense of duty and pride. Moving to various towns throughout Texas, Pat and her family eventually settled in Lubbock when she was ten. She attended George R. Bean Elementary and OL Slaton Junior High and was a proud member of the very first class to enter Monterey High School. On December 22, 1956, Pat married Richard Potter and together they had three children: Elizabeth D'Ann Berry, Teresa Lynne Tipps, and Richard Gavin Potter. Once her children attended school, Pat began working for the city of Lubbock for 26 years, the last 22 years of which were spent diligently working for the Lubbock Police Department. Pat's second marriage was to Frank Treadway on November 29, 1985. After retirement, Pat and Frank found great joy in traveling together. Their adventures took them through all 48 continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. From 1990 to 2007, Pat and Frank took all eight grandkids and Frank's daughter Shanna on educational tours, exploring historic places such as Washington, Gettysburg, Williamsburg, and the outer banks of North Carolina. A steadfast member of Community Christian Church, Pat's faith and Christ-like servanthood guided her life. She dedicated herself to supporting the church's women's fellowship annual extravaganza and numerous charitable causes, including Meals on Wheels, which impacted countless lives across Lubbock. Pat is survived by her devoted husband, Frank Treadway; her sisters, Becky Moore and Karen Dial; her children, D'Ann Berry (Kenneth Berry), Teresa Tipps (Mark Tipps), and Gavin Potter (Becky Potter); her stepdaughter, Shanna Reneé Treadway; her eight grandchildren; and her 18 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Alice Maloch, her sister, Pamela Moore, brother, Dave Maloch, and great-grandson, Gavin Michael Potter. She will be remembered as a remarkable Christian woman whose faith and kindness touched all who knew her.

Patricia Jean "Pat" Treadway

March 21, 1939 - December 30, 2024