Patricia Ann Chauncey

Patricia Ann Chauncey, lovingly known as Patsy, passed away on Oct. 16, 2026 in Hugo, Okla., at the age of 86.

She was born on July 3, 1940 in Ashdown, Ark., to Nathan Aubrey “Buster” Ritter and Opal (Morgan) Ritter. Patsy lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and a warm spirit that touched the hearts of those around her. In 1970, she moved to the Bluff, Okla., area, where she made her home and built a life centered on family, love and simple joys.

Patsy served her family faithfully as a homemaker, a role she embraced with pride and tenderness. She dearly loved her grandchildren and took great joy in being part of their lives. Her family will remember her as a loving, friendly, and interesting woman whose presence brought comfort and warmth to those who knew her. She had a special appreciation for reading Western novels and puzzle books, and she especially enjoyed her World Almanac, where she delighted in discovering little-known facts.

She is survived by her two sons: Nathan “Johnny” Chauncy and his wife of Grant, Okla., and Larry Eugene Chauncey of Fort Towson, Okla. She also leaves behind four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Norma Wolvington of Bossier City, La., “Sonny” James Ritter of Texas, and Danny Ritter and his wife of Ashdown, Ark. Patsy was preceded in death by her parents; her son, David Aubrey Chauncey; her daughter, Sheila Chauncey; her grandson; her granddaughters; and her brothers: Charles Ritter and Bruce Ritter.

Graveside services were held Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 in Ashdown Cemetery, under the direction of Mt. Olive Funeral Home.