Patricia A. Diaz

Patricia A. Diaz, 78, of Bradley, passed away peacefully Monday morning, December 9, 2024, at her home. She was born October 27, 1946, in Kankakee, the daughter of Kenneth D. and Mabel A. (Dean) Loudy. On January 19, 1980, she married Pedro Diaz at Grace Baptist Church in Kankakee. She was a mental health technician and was known to be very generous. She enjoyed playing cards and dice, especially with her family and friends. Patricia also liked cooking and trying new restaurants when they opened. In her younger years, she enjoyed bowling. Patricia is survived by her beloved husband, Pedro Diaz of Bradley; sons, Brad Hamilton of Joliet, Troy (Michelle) Hamilton of Kankakee, and Clay (Jodi) Hamilton of Texas; siblings, Frank (Char) Loudy of Arizona and Barbara Loudy of Bradley;10 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; and her best friend, Janet Fortin of St. Anne. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Larry Hamilton; and brother, Dennis Loudy. Visitation will be held Sunday, December 15, 2024, from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Jensen Funeral Home, Kankakee. A funeral service will be held at Jensen Funeral Home on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 10 a.m. with Pastor Derick Miller officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Kankakee Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.