Mills River - Patsey Elaine Gonce, 68, passed away the morning of Tuesday, August 11 at her home in Mills River after a long bout with illness. Patsey was a lifelong resident of Western North Carolina.

Patsey is survived by her Husband of 49 years, Mr. Charles Gonce; two sons Troy and Roger Gonce and two grandchildren, Ryan and Faith Gonce. She is also survived by a sister, Bobbie Saltz and a brother, Mark Dotson.

A memorial service will be held at Moody-Connolly Funeral Home, Brevard, NC 6pm Friday, August 21, 2015. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.

Online condolences may be left at www.moodyconnollyfuneralhome.com.

Moody-Connolly Funeral Home is caring for the family.