Patricia Murken

Patricia Ann Murken, age 82, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025.
Patricia was born on November 14, 1943, in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, to Grace Nee and Elwood Ohler. She grew up with strong family values that guided her throughout her life, and she carried those lessons into every relationship and community she touched.

She is survived by her loving husband, David Murken; her children, Robert Sanders and his wife, Stephanie, Rich Paynter and his wife, Amy, Don Paynter and his wife, Jeannie, and her daughter, Ann Marie Berry. Patricia was also blessed with 15 grandchildren, each of whom brought her immense joy and pride.

Patricia will be remembered for her kindness, devotion to her family, and the warmth she shared with everyone she met. Her legacy lives on in the love she gave and the memories cherished by those closest to her.

A private Memorial Service was held at FRENCH- Wyoming on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, where family gathered to honor her life.

Her love and light will forever guide the hearts of those who knew her.