of Cabot, AR
November 25, 1952 - November 16, 2021
Patricia Diane Derden, born November 25, 1952, to John Walter and Geraldine Derden. She spent her life in Gravel Ridge/Sherwood area, where she raised two amazing sons, John Allan McElyea (Kathy) and Gregory Duane Barnes (Melinda) and their children, Jon-Hadyn McElyea, Andrew Barnes, Jason Barnes, Devin McElyea, Julia McKee; and Allison Sophia Harvey Barnes, Lylian Grace Patrice Barnes, Barrett Alexander McElyea, Lakyn Sue Faith Barnes; and other children, Steven Wayne Bennett (Terri), Ronald Heath Swaim; grandson, Austin Nash David Swaim Trayson; and Ana Middleton. Although she was only a paternal mother of two, she seemed to raise hundreds.
She will be laid to rest Sunday, November 21, 2:00 P.M., The Ridge Assembly of God, in Sherwood. Viewing held one hour prior at 1:00 P.M. Graveside ceremony to follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Cabot, to her final resting place. Although she is gone, she will never be forgotten.
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13 Condolence(s)
Tony Clarke
Monday, November 22, 2021
Sorry for your loss. She raised some fine sons. Be proud of who you are and where you came from.
Herb Shoemaker
Sunday, November 21, 2021
I love you and you will be missed.
Rose Anne ray
Sunday, November 21, 2021
Patty was a very good.great mother figure when helping me and my two kids. I always told her that she was my best mommy auntie always. And for ever. And on that 🎵. My condolences to my cousin Jay and his brother.
Terry blake
Saturday, November 20, 2021
Condolences for all the friends and families that shared love for patty. She lived a lot and lost a lot but she’s better now than ever. God bless!
Keith Carder
Saturday, November 20, 2021
I’ve never met Patty, but I’ve known Jay for a short spell. I can only imagine how great of a woman she must of been for him to talk so highly of and reflect such high moral character. My thoughts and prayers follow her survived and Jay. Many blessings to all of those who were so lucky to be graced with her presence in her life!
Tina Johnson
Friday, November 19, 2021
My heart breaks for your family. Ms. Patty will be sorely missed by anyone who knew her. My love, prayers, and thoughts are with you all.
Tracy Swaim
Friday, November 19, 2021
My condolences to Jay, Gregg, Melinda & family. When I lost my mother I don't know what I would've done without Mrs. Patty. I loved her dearly. She will be missed & never forgotten. 💖😇
Joe and Hilary Martelli
Friday, November 19, 2021
She was a dear friend and great neighbor and are hearts go out to the family. She definitely was a beautiful person inside and out she will be missed.
Kisha
Friday, November 19, 2021
Condolences to your family prayers for your family
Nancy Henley
Friday, November 19, 2021
Loved her for many years a beautiful soul she will be missed â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Tammy Southerland
Friday, November 19, 2021
Jay & Kat, Gregg & Melinda and families, you have been in my prayers and will remain in them during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in knowing she is whole again and pain free for the 1st time in many many years. She's in heaven with our Lord and Savior with a beautiful crown thats probably to heavy to wear. She was definitely one of the good ones. I love y'all and thank you for sharing your sweet momma.
Sharon Howard
Friday, November 19, 2021
Prayers for family and friends!
Such a sweet lady who loved everyone she came in contact with!
Tricia Parish
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Melinda & family, my thoughts & prayers are with you all.