Patricia Lynn Eblen 70, of Hickory passed away Saturday, August 20th, 2016 at her home. Born January 23rd, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Elizabeth Forsburg. In addition to her husband David Bruce Eblen; a daughter Kelly Mullett and husband Paul of Redford, MI; a son Dave Eblen and wife Ruth of Hickory; a Brother Craig Forsburg and wife Gloria of Bothell, WA and six grandchildren Dakotah, Drake, Hunter Mullett and Anna, Ryan, Daniel Eblen survive her. A Celebration of life will be planned at a later date. Please sign the online guestbook at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Eblen family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.