Patty Jo Bowman Waller, age 87, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026.

Patty was the daughter of the late Enloe and Narcy Bowman.She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, leaving a legacy of love and kindness for her family and friends. She found joy in reading the Bible, tending to her beloved garden, and challenging herself with word search puzzles.

She is preceded in death by her husband, R.L. Waller; siblings, Bobby Emory, Jurl Lovelace, Clyde Bowman, Earl Bowman, Burl Bowman, BT Bowman, Tony Bowman, Alvin Bowman.

She is survived by her children, Gary Waller, Donnie (Charlotte) Waller, Kim (Tad) Simpson, Vickie (Mike) Barkley; grandchildren, R.J. (Catherine) Barrett, Tell (Jessica) Simpson, Kirby Jo Simpson, Bradley (Angel) Barrett, Gage (Breana) Waller, Ben Linger; great grandchildren, Skylar Freeman, Ryker Simpson, Evie Ricks; brother-in-law, Lawrence Waller; siblings, Allen (Janice) Bowman, Mary Farmer, Linda (Johnny) Lamb, Peggy Bowman; special nieces, Tracie Howard, Jennifer Bowman; several nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026 in the Chapel of Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services with the Rev. James Staton officiating. Interment will follow in the Roberts Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 2 p.m. , prior to the service.

Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Waller Family.