Patricia Ann Pavelock

Patricia Ann (Novakoski) Pavelock of Iola, Texas, born on June 29, 1941, in Huntsville, Texas, to Lawrence Walter Novakoski and Alice Clara (Hyman) Novakoski, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, at the age of 83. Patricia was raised in New Waverly, Texas, and graduated as salutatorian from New Waverly High School in 1959. While in high school, Pat was a standout fastpitch softball pitcher, and softball was a sport she would love throughout her adult life. She graduated from Sam Houston State Teachers College in 1962 with a degree in Business Administration, and began her teaching career at Aldine High School the same year. She later taught for the Iola Independent School District in Iola, Texas, until her retirement. Patricia was married to Thomas Lee Pavelock in 1962, and after a year in Houston, the couple moved back to New Waverly. They established Conroe Floor Company and remained in the business for almost 20 years. In 1971, they also established a ranching operation in Grimes and Madison Counties, putting their three sons to work alongside them in the cattle business. The family moved to Iola in 1974 and soon after added a commercial hay baling operation to their agricultural life. Pat was a favorite of her students as a teacher and always loved seeing her former students at school and community events. She thoroughly enjoyed playing softball for a couple of years at various summer tournaments for teams from New Waverly and Madisonville, who knew of her exceptional skills as a fastpitch pitcher. Pat was an extremely hard worker who might teach school, rake hay, and manage homemaker tasks all in the same day. She later enjoyed traveling and playing Bunco, but attending events of the grandkids was what she cherished the most. Seldom did she miss one of their games or other school activities. Patricia was a long-time and faithful member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Madisonville, where she built meaningful relationships with her fellow parishioners. As long as she was able, she was sure to attend mass every weekend and on Holy Days of Obligation. Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas, her parents, and her brother, Lawrence Edward Novakoski. Her memory will be cherished by her sons Darryl Pavelock (Kim) of Iola, Dwayne Pavelock (Aimee) of Huntsville, and David Pavelock (Nancy) of Fairview. She is also survived by her six grandchildren: Tabitha Malek (Ryan) of Stephenville, Zachary Pavelock (Leah) of Iola, Dawson Pavelock (Lindsay) of Princeton, McKenna Pavelock of Lubbock, Trisha Pavelock of Fairview, Delaney Pavelock of Austin, and one great-granddaughter, Trullie. Additionally, she is survived her sister, Barbara Falk (Preacher) of New Waverly, as well as many nieces, nephews, and true friends. Her legacy of love, kindness, and generosity will live on in all those who knew her. The family wishes to acknowledge Pat’s loving caregivers at Texas Loving Care Senior Living Center in Madisonville, as well as the Carriage Inn in Huntsville, as their affectionate care, compassion, and kindness were invaluable over the last three years. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 2, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home in Huntsville, followed by a rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 3, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Madisonville. Serving as pallbearers will be Zachary Pavelock, Dawson Pavelock, Ryan Malek, Greg Novak, Joey Pavelock, and David Ojeman. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her memory to the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Ladies’ Altar Society, 200 South Tammye Lane, Madisonville, Texas 77864, or to The Cattlemen’s Memorial Scholarship, 10977 County Road 112, Iola, Texas 77861. Memorial condolences to the family may be made at www.shmfh.com.

Patricia Ann Pavelock

June 29, 1941 - September 28, 2024