Patricia Lee Kelly Grigory

Patricia Lee (Kelly) Grigory, age 83, died January 25, 2026. She was born December 27th, 1942 in Caruthersville, Missouri, the daughter of Howard (Pete) and Geraldine (Huls) Kelly.

On February 2, 1962, Patricia was united in marriage to Earl Edward Grigory. They were married for 59 years. Patty loved being a pastor's wife and supporting her husband’s ministry in various ways in their church. She was happiest when spending time with Earl. Throughout their lives, they enjoyed various hobbies including horse shows, bowling, golfing, and camping. Patty even passed her motorcycle driving test as an adult to go on trips together! One of her favorite pastimes was visiting with friends and family - she loved to talk and laugh with others. She also loved music: singing, playing the bass, and listening to her daughter play the piano. Patty had a special place in her heart for animals as well. She was an amazing mother and grandmother. 

Survivors include: her daughter, Karen Teague and husband Jerry of Nixa, MO; her granddaughters, Kaitlyn Teague of Springfield, MO and Madison Teague of Kansas City, MO; her nephew Gary Paul Gothard Jr. of Florence, SC, her niece Kelly Gothard Parish of Waynesboro, PA, and her great-niece Katie Parish Pierson of Olney, MD; her brother in law, Clinton Grigory and wife Kathy of Braggadocio, Missouri; and two nieces, Leslie Hampton and husband Brent of Edgewood, Texas and Jessica Grigory of Steele, Missouri.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Earl Edward Grigory; and sister, Kay Gothard.

A funeral service for Patricia Grigory will be held at 11:00 a.m. at New Beginnings Church in Ozark on Friday, January 30, 2026 under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa, with Brother Luke Gibson officiating. Burial will follow at Selmore Cemetery, Ozark.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. immediately before the funeral at the church.