Patricia Bess Gray, age 77, of Branson, Missouri.

Patricia Bess Gray, age 77, of Branson, Missouri, passed away suddenly April 23, 2025. She entered this life November 1, 1947, in Winfield, Kansas, the daughter of Herman and Marjorie (Schantz) Kadau.

Pat worked for many years as an occupational therapist for the mentally and physically handicapped in Kansas. She also helped at a safe house for battered women because her heart was made for helping those in need. In her free time, Pat was a creator, be it a potter, artist, crafter, maker of her own textured and dyed paper, scrapbooker and loving anything near the water, camping and jet skiing. Her grandson was the apple of her eye, and she was always there when he needed her. They had a bond that could not be broken. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her, especially Chase.

Pat is preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Douglas Kadau.

She is survived by her daughter, Misty (Todd) Erwin of Branson, Missouri; two brothers: Neil (Mary) Kadau of Winfield, Kansas, and Ted Kadau of Arkansas City, Kansas; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

No formal service is currently planned. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave and online condolence or a memory, please visit www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.