Patricia Elisabeth “Treat” Privett

Patricia Elisabeth “Treat” Privett, 70, of Butterfield, Mo. passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025, at her home.

She was born June 11, 1954, in Monett, Mo. the daughter of Albert and Effie (Schaeffer) Rice, who preceded her in death.

Also preceding her in death were four brothers, Frank Rice, Rick Rice, Michael Rice and Eddie Rice.

Survivors include her husband, Larry Privett; one son, Donald Privett and his wife Jennifer of Butterfield, Mo.; two daughters, Denise Privett of Butterfield, Mo. and Deanna Jo Rehfeldt and her husband Joe of Exeter, Mo.; two brothers, Jerry Rice and his significant other Mary Washam of Monett, Mo. and Tim Rice and his wife Stacy of Purdy, Mo.; two sisters, Linda Henderson and her husband Jim of Monett, Mo. and Vivien Lombard and her significant other Jim Whisenhunt of Monett, Mo.; four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

She grew up and attended school in Monett, Mo. She was employed by Mercy Hospital in Cassville, Mo. as a cook for 28 years. She was a charter member of the Butterfield Fire Protection District from 2006 until 2023.

The family wishes to thank Amazing Grace Home Care for the wonderful care given to Pat. She attended Butterfield Baptist Church.

Services were held at Friday, May 23, 2025 at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Pastor Frank Smith and Pastor Dallas LaCaze conducted the services. Burial was at Muncie Chapel Cemetery in Wheaton, Mo.

Contributions may be made to Amazing Grace Home Care in memory of Pat.