Patricia "Pat" J. Samuelson (nee Schneider), age 80, passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022, with family by her side. She is survived by her son, Gregg (Felicia) Samuelson, daughter, Lisa Samuelson, grandchildren, Michael and Krystopher Schmake-Samuelson and sister, Diane Toczek. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Pat is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Calvin, son, Wayne and parents, Ernest and Mildred Schneider. Pat loved to help people and had the ability to have a meaningful conversation with anyone she met. She loved to sing and cared deeply about horses and animals in general. Pat had a gift for crocheting and would make angels that contained a small Bible verse. Private services for Patricia will take place at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, 507 S. State St., Manhattan, IL 60442, 815-478-3321. www.forsythegouldfh.com.