of Paris, AR
October 28, 1919 - July 29, 2018
Ruth I. Patterson-Wright, 98, a resident of Paris passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018, at her home.
She was born October 28, 1919, in Pottsville to the late John and Bertha (Wirth) Wilker. Ruth graduated valedictorian of her class at Pottsville High School and attended Weedin Business College in Russellville where she met and married Cecil Patterson. They were married for 59 years. Together they owned and operated Cecil's 22 Café in Paris for over 40 years. They have two children, Larry Patterson and Paula Warren, both of Paris; seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Ruth was a member of the First Christian Church in Paris where she taught Sunday school for many years and served on the Church Board. She married Johnny Wright of Paris on October 2, 2002.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by both husbands, Cecil Patterson and Johnny Wright; one son, Dr. W. Keith Patterson; five sisters, Orpha Giddieon, Lucille Wilson, Janet Davis, Erma Sparks and Eula Bowden and five brothers, Bud Wilker, Banny Wilker, Kenneth Wilker, Burvil Wilker and Raymond Wilker.
Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 P.M. on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, August 3, 2018 at the First Christian Church in Paris with the Rev. H.C. Varnadore officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Russellville under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Alex Trusty, Ben Trusty, Ron Trusty, Austin Warren, John Warren and Tony Patterson.
Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, P.O. Box 301, Paris, Arkansas 72855.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Ruth's caregivers, Esther Bates, Pat Gleghorn and Fawnda Chacon.
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10 Condolence(s)
Neal wade
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family
Neal and Tamara Wade
M. Virginia (Spencer) Corey
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Ruth was one of the few, truly strong and genuinely kind women I have met in my life. Any successes I have enjoyed as an adult I attribute, in large part, to the work ethic she instilled in me when I worked at the 22 Cafe. May she rest in peace.
Bill Snow
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Thoughts and prayers are with the family with the loss of this outstanding lady.
Mark Weatherton
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Paula so sorry to hear of your Mother's death, I remember her as a vibrant middle-aged woman who ran the cafe and interacted with all of the customers.
I know that she had a great, life and will be missed.
Mark
David C Wilker Jr.
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Rest in peace Aunt Ruth
Darlene Becker
Monday, July 30, 2018
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. She was a wonderful person. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Ronnie & Millissia Jones
Monday, July 30, 2018
Ruth was a very special lady as you all already know. She always had the biggest smile and loved those bright colors especially red! I consider it a blessing to have know her. Prayers for each of you!
Carl and Molly Campbell
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Paula we are so sad to hear of you moms death. She always had a smile on her face and knew everybody. My prayers are for you and your family.
DW
Sunday, July 29, 2018
So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at 2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God
Scott Breed
Sunday, July 29, 2018
What a great lady. She and Cecilmade a huge mark on Paris; through the 22 Cafe, Cecil's time as mayor, and their community work. They also raised some great kids. Lives wel lived.