Patricia Evelyn (Thorne) Wilhelm, 60, of New Freedom, passed away Friday, April 3, 2020 at her residence. She was the wife of Dale Eugene Wilhelm of New Freedom. Born in Bluefield, WV, she was the daughter of the late Coy Earl and Pauline Alice (Harless) Thorne. Patricia worked as a Production Coordinator at McCormick & Company.She loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. In addition to her husband Dale, Patricia leaves to cherish her memory two children April Dawn Mattocks and her husband Jeff and Dale E. Wilhelm, II and his wife Amanda; six grandchildren Michael Brooks, Nicholas Brooks, Emily Mattocks, Amber Wilhelm, Joshua Wilhelm and Benjamin Wilhelm. Memorial Contributions in Patricia’s memory can be made to: American Cancer Society; 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Unfortunately, due to health concerns with the coronavirus (COVID-19), the family will be postponing celebration of life service until a later date. Hartenstein Funeral & Cremation Care, Inc. in New Freedom, PA is assisting the family with her wishes.