Patricia “Patti” Ann Hayes with Photo

Patricia “Patti” Ann Hayes, age 40, of Okeechobee passed away January 26, 2013 at Raulerson Hospital. She was born September 28, 1972 in Fort Pierce to Robert and Joyce Yates Hayes. She came to Okeechobee from the Lorida and Sebring area in 1990. She was a homemaker.

Patti was preceded in death by her grandchildren, Timothy and Tony Little.

She is survived by her husband and life partner of 23 years, David Grossman; children, Joshua, Tiffany, Jeremy and Teddy Grossman; grandchildren, Bentley Grossman and Eselia Torrez; parents, Robert Hayes (Sherry) and Joyce Hayes; sister, Barbara Smith; brother, Jimmy Hayes. Patti is also survived by her mother-in-law, Jane Stephens and her aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and many friends.

A graveside service will be held 2pm, Thursday, January 31, 2013 at Evergreen Cemetery with Pastor Sam Vuleta officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.

The family invites you to visit “Patti Hayes” Facebook page to view Patti’s cherished photographs and leave a message if you wish.

Those wishing to leave a message of condolence and sign the online register book may do so at, www.BassOkeechobeeFuneralHome.com.

All arrangements are entrusted to the care of Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home, 205 NE 2nd Street, Okeechobee, FL, 34972.