Patricia Alice Kingen's obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Highland, Indiana

Patricia Alice Kingen

January 13, 2026

Highland, Indiana

Patricia Alice Kingen's obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Highland, Indiana

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Smits Funeral Homes Ltd

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Patricia Alice Kingen

January 13, 2026

Highland, Indiana

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Patricia Alice Kingen Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Patricia Alice Kingen of Highland, Indiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 13, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Chester Morton and Lillie Belle Morton; her brothers, Jay McDonald (late Madge), Bill Bannon, Clarence Morton (late Elsie), Don Morton (late Dee) and Jim Morton (late Ann); and her sister-in-law Mary Bannon.

She is survived by: her husband David Kingen; her children, Jim Kingen (Jill) of Denver, CO and Danielle Churilla (late Don) of Dyer, IN.; her grandchildren, Sydney, Gavin Churilla, Grace and Josh Kingen; her sister Barbara Morton; and her sister-in-law Karen Carmody (Lee).

In honor of Pat's late son-in-law, Don, donations to her granddaughter's fundraiser (https://give.abta.org) benefitting the American Brain Tumor Association would be appreciated.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smits Funeral Homes Ltd



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January 26, 2026

Marcella Ruffin wrote a sympathy message

“To Dave, Dani, Jim & Family... Michael and I wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to all of you during this time of bereavement since the passing of Pat. I am going to miss my dear friend and co-worker; I will always hold to heart many shared memories... family, vacations, recipes, cooking and lots of good eating. I pray the memories of your years together sustain you all and bring you strength and peace. Sincerely, Marcella and Michael Ruffin”


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