Patricia Ann Dowell - J. Gilbert Purse Funeral HomePatricia Ann Dowell, age 71, of Tecumseh, formerly of Dearborn, passed away January 23, 2014. Patricia was born February 13, 1942

Patricia Ann Dowell, age 71, of Tecumseh, formerly of Dearborn, passed away January 23, 2014. Patricia was born February 13, 1942 in Enterprise, Alabama the daughter of Edward and Lola Mae (Medley) Bass. On July 22, 1961 she married Paul Dowell in Detroit, MI and he survives. Pat was a wondeful wife, mother and grandmother that will be dearly missed. Her favorite pastimes were cooking, traveling, playing cards and enjoying her grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Paul, Pat is survived by her son, Paul Allen (Lori) Dowell of Clinton; grandchildren, Josh and Melissa Dowell; brother, Buddy (Sharon) Bass of Lapeer;

niece, Christina and family in Alabama. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be 11:00 A. M. Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with Deacon Jim Howard and Deacon Dave Conn officiating. Entombment will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be 4:00 - 8:00 P. M. Monday, January 27, 2014 at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered to the family online at: www.PurseFuneralHome.com