of Bryant, AR
May 4, 1932 - June 2, 2016
Patricia Ann Strickland Dennis earned her angel wings on June 2, 2016. Pat was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, on May 4, 1932. She had been looking forward to a joyful reunion with her beloved husband of 62 years, Al Dennis. Joining in the heavenly celebration were her parents Rev. Raymond and Virginia Strickland, brother R. T. McQuiston (Evalynn) and baby sister Francis Strickland.
Pat was a devoted servant of the Lord at Indian Springs Baptist Church in Bryant. She was the church librarian along with her many other duties including collecting attendance records, serving in the kitchen and buying church food supplies. She was an active member of XYZ and enjoyed the trips and fellowship with other seniors. She cheerfully volunteered to work in Vacation Bible School. In past years she served on numerous committees and sang in the choir. She was a deacon's wife. Her life was centered on her church family. She loved her pastors, Bro. Tom Williams and Bro. Don Chancellor.
In addition to her church family, she cherished her family. She is survived by two daughters, Susan Grable (Phil) and Cindy Wheeler (Ron). The light of her life were her four grandchildren- Shawn Smith (Kim), Shelli Goldthorpe (Andy), Lindsi Reed (Shey) and Brent Wheeler and her eight great grand children- McKenzie , Nick and Noah Kerry, Beau Goldthorpe, Reagan and Jaxon Hutchins, and Hayley and Landon Knapp. They affectionally called her Nanny Pat.
Pat retired as a manager from Southwestern Bell Telephone (now AT&T) after 36 years of service. She was a member of the Pioneers of America.
She was known for elaborate holiday decorations and was featured in the Benton Courier with her large Santa collection. Every year she would make a trip to the War Eagle Fair and load her car with her finds. Since her mother was an interior decorator, her interest in antiques stated at an early age.
Her energetic nature was evident at an early age. She often spoke of how she earned extra money mowing neighbors' yards with a push mower. Then she would have dinner on the table when her parents came home from work. She learned her excellent cooking skills at a very young age. She was known for the flakiest pie crusts that would melt in your mouth.
A time of visitation with the family will be held 2:00-4:00 p.m., Sunday, June 5, 2016 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 6, 2016 at Indian Springs Baptist Church, 23581 Interstate 30, Bryant, Arkansas. Burial will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to Indian Springs Baptist Church Library or XYZ.
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10 Condolence(s)
DW
Monday, June 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the words spoken at John 5:28,29
(28). "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice (29) and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment".
Danny Crandell
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Susie and Cindy & family my condolences on the passing of your Mother. My prayers will be with you and your family.
Mary Ellen Henson
Sunday, June 5, 2016
So sorry to lose such a good friend. She was so loved at ISBC. May God give you all peace in your lose.
Dell and Don Brown
Saturday, June 4, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss.. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Hope Shearer
Saturday, June 4, 2016
Dear family and friends, please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. I would like to share the thought at 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 with you in hopes it will provide some comfort in your time of grief.
Pam Holloway
Saturday, June 4, 2016
Susan and Cindy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in deepest sympathy. I really enjoyed knowing Pat and Al and you girls when we all went to church together at South Highland. May God be with you and comfort you and your families as only He can do.
Wanda Pounds
Saturday, June 4, 2016
I worked for Pat at SWBT. She was a dear friend, loved our time together at Indian Springs. We took trips to Memphis with the girls so much fun. She will be missed. Prayers to her family. I know she is celebrating in heaven today.
Pat Taylor
Saturday, June 4, 2016
Cindy.. Sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great lady and I enjoyed working with her..Hugs to your and your family in your time of grief..
Mike and Linda Helms
Friday, June 3, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss; please know that you are not alone; May God comfort and keep you during this time.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Mike and Linda Helms
Cathy Handy
Friday, June 3, 2016
Pat was a wonderful person, she was always thinking of other people, I know she was a great friend to my mother, Patsy Snapp. Rest In Peace, you will be missed by everyone that was blessed to know you! Cathy Handy Snapp