Patty H. Killman, 72, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away January 24, 2025. Born on November 11, 1952, to Leo and Florence Hess in Wichita, Kansas.
Patty graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Wichita State University in 1974. She went on to be an instructor in the Office Technology program for 39 years at Southeast Community College.
She was the strongest, most caring, and joyful person and gave the best hugs. Patty never let anything stop her from achieving what she wanted in life. She always believed in us (her kids) and enjoyed sharing stories of us growing up. She carried with her a positivity about life. Patty enjoyed being with her family, traveling, sewing and quilting, and feeding the wildlife. She was our very own Snow White. She loved her family and loved her friends as family.
Patty is survived by her husband of 49 years, Kenneth; children, Erin and Drew of Lincoln, and Kristen Short (Randy) of Georgetown, Texas; sisters, Linda Wullschleger (Gary) and Dena Hess; and numerous family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Don Leo.
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., Friday, January 31, at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 O Street, Lincoln. Patty’s funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 1, at Wyuka. Committal service will be held at Fairview Cemetery, 8400 Adams Street, Lincoln.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be donated to The Cat House of Lincoln.
I am privileged to have had Patty and her family in my life. My world is a bit less bright without her. Her smile and joy of life is her hallmark.
Ms. Patty played a large roll in my life as a young child. Our family spend countless hours traveling to and from gymnastics meets with their girls. The world has lost a beautiful soul all too soon. Condolences to the family.
Sincere condolences. Wishing peace & comfort to all at this sad time of loss. 🕊🕯🙏Carol Meyer, Lincoln, Nebr.
Patty was my neighbor when I was growing up. I couldn’t imagine a better person to have as a neighbor she was always friendly always saying hello and was always positive. Please reach out if there’s anything I can do.
Ken and family, I am so sorry to learn of Patty’s passing. I will keep you all in my prayers.
I Have such fond
Memories of growing up together. A
Cousin to cherish. So sorry that we did not keep in touch over the years. She was always fun and happy. My prayers to all of you -‘Janet
Patty was my cousin, whom I’ve known since we were children. She was always a loving peace maker. Always joyous and spoke kindly to everyone. I lost touch with her and her sisters when I left home. With Facebook, we reconnected and I enjoyed her family posts. I celebrate her journey to her new home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I pray God’s comfort, peace and hope to all her family and friends, and that God fills their treasure chest with many wonderful memories.
I am so sorry for your loss. We wish we could come to be with you, but our health doesn’t permit it at this time May God give you comfort and peace along with many happy memories.
Love to you all.
Evelyn and Arthur
Rest in. Peace my dear Patty. Will truly miss your Hugs…the ornery pranks,and Words of Advice, honesty. Been a privilege being your brother in law.
Save me a place up there .
It was a joy to work along side Patty (and the whole family by association) as she ran the summer swim and dive league for many years. My favorite part of our spring meeting was finding out how Patty and Ken planned to us their summer payroll windfall. Patty dealt with all our colorful personalities with such grace.
Mrs. Killman was my instructor for a few courses at SCC. She made a lasting impression on me with her wealth of Office Professional knowledge. She is missed. My thoughts and prayers are going up for the family.
Patty was one of my instructors in the Office Technology program. Her obituary stated that she was the most caring and joyful person and that’s exactly how I would describe her as my instructor. She was so kind and easy going and I’m so lucky that I got to have her as an instructor. She was an all around great person.
Goodbye my dear dear friend since the sixth grade. We adored our Halloween trick or treating in the candy filled neighborhoods we lived in. We vollied the tennis ball back and forth in the dirt road for practice. We visited the cabin when we could. We walked, bussed and drove to school. We did our homework to the munch of frozen cookies and drink. Our violins were practiced upon for orchestra class at OK, Hadley and North. Mr. Hallowell kept us all up to the beat with the musicals we played. The River Festivals were amazing because of all the floats we made at Patty’s! We both studied business classes and in German class baked up those German Christmas cookies. Time spent in Pep Club helped our teams move on to victory! We attended Wichita State University where Patty studied Business Education and I Elementary Education. We met our college sweethearts and married. We both became teachers, Patty at the junior college level in Lincoln and I in Elementary in Kansas, D.C. and Virginia. We visited about our kids and families enjoying them all so much. Patty was a trooper living through the past ten years and we conversed about many things. We were together for our 50th North High Reunion and holidays. I miss my dear sweet friend Patty. She is a blessing to me. I know she rests in peace. ❤️🙏😇
She was my instructor at SCC almost 25 years ago. She was not only a great teacher but a wonderful person. I know she will be missed.
I had Mrs. Killman as a teacher at SCC-Lincoln and I enjoyed her very much. She meant a great deal to me. And, I learned a lot from her.