MILTON – Patricia J “Patty” (McKissick) Strobel, 70, of Milton, stepped into the presence of her Savior February 12, 2026 in New Castle, following a year long battle with cancer.
Patty was born May 23, 1955 in New Castle and was a daughter of the late James R and Evelyn M McKissick.
She graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech in 1973.
Patty married her beloved husband, Robert “Bob”, on June 15, 1973 and they enjoyed 52 years of marriage.
Patty was a dedicated homemaker. As a committed Christian, she loved serving other people, especially her husband, children, and grandchildren. She faithfully served those in the various churches and communities her husband pastored over a 40 year period. In retirement, she served alongside her husband in 5 different churches where he was interim pastor, currently in the Hillside Bible Church, Mifflinburg. Patty was a member of the Winfield Baptist Church. Together, Patty and Bob served many churches in the Baptist Resource Network (BRN) and blessed countless individuals, ministry couples, and congregations with their presence and love for the Lord.
In addition to her husband, Patty is survived by her daughter; Tracy (Rob) Cummins of New Castle; son Mark (Tessie) Strobel of Milton, three grandchildren; Jonah, Emmah and Aavah and 4 “adopted” grandchildren, Tim and Matt Anning and Zamya and Aleah Icenhour, her brothers; J Robert (Kathy) McKissick, of North Fort Myers, FL, William (Faye) McKissick, of New Wilmington, David (Jo) McKissick, of Jasper, GA, her sister; Helen Riddle, of Estero, FL along with many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Patty was preceded in death by her step mother; Lisa (Schwartz) McKissick.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Winfield Baptist Church, 330 Pa-304, Winfield, PA 17889 or to Hillside Bible Church 1650 Centennial Road, Mifflinburg, PA 17844.
A gathering of friends and family will be held from 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the Hillside Bible Church, 1650 Centennial Road, Mifflinburg, PA followed by a Celebration of Life service at 11:00 with Pastor Corey Mitchell officiating.
An additional gathering of friends and family will be held from 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the Evangel Community Church, 1530 Harlansburg Road, New Castle, PA 16101 followed by a Celebration of Life service with Pastor John Coomber and Pastor Harry Edenhofer officiating.
This obituary appeared first at www.daleranck.com.
The BRN extends our deepest sympathies to all of Patty’s loved ones. Please join us in praying for Pastor Bob, Patty’s family, and all those grieving the loss of this dear sister.
