Patricia Ann Gerhards, of Grandview, passed away on July 13, 2016, at her home, surrounded by her family. Patty was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Dorothy Boatman, and by her Granddaughter, Norah. She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Mike, her daughters Angie (Mike) and Sarah (Chris), her Granddaughter, Lynnlee, her siblings: Carol Maier (Mike), Bob Boatman, and Judy Doran (Tim). She had 31 nieces and nephews, many brothers and sisters-in-law, and numerous great-nieces and nephews. She was a beloved "Aunt Patty" to many, many more. Services will be Tuesday, July 19th at Longview Funeral Home and Cemetery: visitation at noon followed by a memorial service at one o'clock. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Ronald McDonald House of Kansas City.