Patricia Bliss

Patricia A. Bliss, age 73, of Danville, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2010. She was born September 10, 1936 in Granite City, IL. Her parents were Charles E. and Aileen (Bobbitt) Bliss. She married Richardson M. Bentley and they had four children who survive her: Richard (Manuela) Bentley of Stuart, FL, Sue (James Dot) Daugherty of Danville, Christopher (Stacy) Bentley of Victorville, CA, Steven Bentley of Boise, ID; and her ten grandchildren: Jasmine Flanagan, Kelsey and Charlie Daugherty, CaDee Thorn, Sam, Alex, Anna and Lizzie Bentley, and Christopher and Bradley Bentley. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother: David P. Bliss, and one infant granddaughter: Samantha Aileen. Pat was the Director of Human Services at Danville Care until her retirement in 2000. She was very active in the Democratic Party and was an election judge for many years. She was an avid reader, a hot air balloon enthusiast and a rabid sports fan, especially Boise State football and Illini basketball. Pat attended all the kids school activities and was affectionately know to all as Granny. She had become a cyber granny, learning how to use a computer so she could communicate with her family in California and Idaho. Per Pats wishes cremation rites have taken place and a memorial service will be held for her in her garden at a later date. Sunset Funeral Home of Danville handled arrangements. Memorial donations may be made in Pats name to the Danville High Choral Music Boosters, St. Judes Childrens Hospital or the organization of the donors choice. Email condolences can be sent to the family at: www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.