Patricia Gribbins 60 of Clinton, Illinois passed away 8:59 P.M. March 4, 2026 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington, Il. She was loved by her husband, children, grandchildren, and extended family.

Patricia was born October 27, 1965 in Joliet, IL the daughter of Franklin and Sadie (Willson) Terry. She married the love of her life and best father, Jerome Gribbins, on September 27, 1997.

Survivors include her patient and loving husband, Jerome Gribbins, Clinton, Il.; Children, Alicia Blythe, Clinton, IL, Balinda (Grant) Griffiths, Yorkville, IL, Dustin Pinkley, Kenney, IL, Sabrina (Brandan) Brough, Clinton, IL and Jared (Katie) Gribbins, Clinton, IL; her eleven grandchildren whom she adored; and her sister, Cassandra, Crawford.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, brother Frankie, and her loving cat Bart who recently passed away after twenty-three years.

Patricia graduated from Southeast High School in Springfield, IL in 1984. She soon became a mom and cherished that title until the very end. Patricia later graduated from Richland Community College with a 4.0 in Early Childhood Education and taught preschool for many years. Patricia enjoyed being with her family most and especially loved playing games. She was known for her fun personality and witty sense of humor. She was dedicated to being a great wife, mom, mawmaw, and friend and her family knew they would always have a welcoming hug waiting for them.

Services will be 11 AM Monday, March 09, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, Illinois with Kevin Peterson officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, Il. Visitation will be 10- 11 AM Monday, March 09, 2026 at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Patricia Gribbins Memorial Fund

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com