Patricia Want 1947-2026

Patricia Want, 78 of Santa Rosa, CA entered into rest on January 16,2026 in her home surrounded by her family. She was born to Marx Hopper and Carmelita Baker (Patch) on February 10, 1947 in Lakeport, CA. A Tribal member from Big Valley Rancheria who lived with her Mother on Elem.

Patricia, better known as Patty, was a loving and caring, strong-willed woman who enjoyed everything like; sewing, dancing, bingo, yard sales or in the kitchen cooking. Among other things she was a big Elvis fan, favorite color purple, and always wearing her beaded earrings.

She was full of life, rarely saw her mad or angry, always smiling and content. Married to her sweetheart, Benjamin Want in 2014, even though they have been together for over 50 years. Patty loved her family tremendously, raising her grandkids and great grandkids along with nieces and nephews.

Patty is survived by her loving husband Benjamin (Benny), her five children; Penny Moranda, Michael Burrows, Carmelita Hopper, Joseph Weber and Silvia (Rose) Royer; brothers Gusford (Nelson) Hopper, Calvin Hopper; and sister, Pauline (Paula) Hopper, 20 Grandchildren and 29 Great Grandchildren who knew her as “Grandma Grandma”.

Patty was truly a remarkable and beautiful soul and will be missed deeply. Her love and dedication for her family was always felt and unwavering and will forever be cherished.

A Traditional Visitation to honor Patty will be held starting Thursday, January 22,2026 at 11:00 AM on Big Valley at 1030 Osprey Court in Lakeport,CA ending Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM then laid to rest next to her mother, on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at Elem Cemetery around Noon.