Patricia Avery

Patricia Ann Avery of Sand Springs, OK passed away on August 14, 2025 at her home. Patsy was born on February 22, 1949 to Ruth Pogue and Earl R. Lucas of Guston. As a child, Patsy was a member of Guston Baptist Church and was very involved in many youth activities.

In 1968 Patsy graduated from Meade County High School. She loved to garden, can, cook and bake. She was an excellent cook but was also good at sewing, crocheting, and quilting. She was very artistic.

In 1984 Patricia married the love of her life, Terry Avery and relocated to Sand Springs, OK.

Patsy became a Family Support specialist for the State of Oklahoma for 20 years. She was recognized as the "best" state employee for 2017 and 2018. She was dedicated to her clients and to helping the children of the families that struggled.

Patsy is survived by her husband of 40 years, Terry Avery of Sand Springs, OK; sons, Tracey Avery (Valeri) of Sand Springs and Travis Avery of Colorado; sisters, Janet Tabor of West View, KY, Jane Tackett (Don) of Versailles, KY, and Jerri Lucas (Vicki) of Louisville, KY; one brother, Billy Lucas (Sheila) of Elizabethtown, KY. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Patsy was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ruth; son, Robert Avery; daughter, Dawn Belcher; grandson, Remy Avery; brothers, Earl Lucas, Jr., Ralph Edward and Perry Lucas; sister, Sarah Dallas; and niece, Carrie Lucas.

Patsy was known for being very loyal, honest, and "no-nonsense". She was a dedicated family woman.

We invite you to share your memories and photos of Patricia on her memorial page. Your stories and pictures will serve as a living tribute to a woman who lived her life with such grace and love. Patricia's spirit will continue to inspire and guide us, and her memory will remain forever in our hearts.