Patricia R. Ortega-Rounds

Patricia Haase Ortega-Rounds, 87, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on September 17, 2026. She was born on May 18, 1939, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and adopted by Frank and Pauline Haase raising her in Lincoln County.

Patricia grew up in Midlothian, Texas, and later became a longtime resident of Pottawatomie County. She was a dedicated businesswoman and passionate advocate for healthy living. In 1974, Patricia opened House of Health, beginning a remarkable 51-year journey of serving individuals and families throughout Oklahoma.

Over the years, House of Health grew to five locations across Oklahoma. For 51 years, Patricia and her staff provided their communities with resources and opportunities to make healthier choices. The many staff members and customers whose lives she touched will be forever grateful for Patricia’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to creating healthy choices for so many.

Patricia married Raymond Nunez Ortega on July 28, 1954. They shared many years together until his passing in 2005. On August 13, 2011, Patricia married Robert George Rounds Sr., who remained her devoted husband until her passing.

Patricia enjoyed crocheting and reading. She was a woman of strong faith and a longtime member of St. Benedict’s, where she enjoyed attending services and worshipping with her church family.

Patricia is survived by her husband, Robert George Rounds Sr.; her daughters, Debra Short and Dawn Ortega; her stepson, Shane Rounds; her grandchildren, BJ Jacobs, Nathan Jacobs, Raeanna Streater, Chris Ortega, Jessicca Downey, and Tayler Justice; 16 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her adopted parents, Frank and Pauline Haase; her first husband, Raymond Nunez Ortega; her son, Patrick Ortega; her brother, Charles Wilkson; and her great granddaughter, Callee Reann Ortega.

Patricia leaves behind a lasting legacy through her dedication to her family, her faith, her business, and the many communities she served.

Public viewing will be held on Monday, September 21, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with visitation from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Riley-Walker Funeral Service & Crematory. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery.