of West Memphis, AR
July 17, 1940 - October 5, 2019
On Saturday, October 5, 2019, Patsy M. Wootten, loving mother of a daughter and grandmother of three, passed away at the age of 79.
Patsy was born on July 17, 1940 in Earle, AR to Webster and Pearl McCain. She was the youngest of seven children and was blessed with lots of cousins, nieces and nephews that she enjoyed spending time with all throughout her life. She graduated from Parkin High School, where she was a standout basketball player and friend to all. Over the years she worked at the First State Bank in Parkin, before taking on the job of Bookkeeper at Riceland Foods in West Memphis where she eventually retired.
A dedicated member of the First Assembly of God Church in West Memphis, Patsy had many friends. She was widely known for her zest for life and her compassionate spirit. She was very fond of attending all of her high school reunions and she loved to play bridge/card games, travel, and root for the Hogs.
Patsy's pride and joy was her daughter, Lynn and her three grandchildren, Sydney, Samantha and Louis. She loved to visit her family where she enjoyed spending time with them telling stories and sharing laughs, going out to eat and watching the grandkids play sports.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Paul, Boyce, and Louis McCain as well as her sisters, Marine Phillips and Vera Pirani. She is survived by her sister, Ludean Sartini. She is also survived by her daughter, Lynn, her son-in-law, Lou Rhuda, their three children and many other family and friends who loved her dearly and will miss her deeply.
A gathering of Patsy's family and friends will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis on Friday, October 11, 2019. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 10:00 am at the First Assembly of God Church in West Memphis, Arkansas. Burial services will take place at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, Arkansas after the church funeral.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: West Memphis First Assembly of God Memorial Scholarship Fund, 513 N. Missouri Street, West Memphis, Arkansas, 72301, or the VFW Marion/West Memphis Post 5225, 406 S. Avalon Street, West Memphis, Arkansas, 72301.
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17 Condolence(s)
Georgia Cole Garrett
Thursday, January 9, 2020
Lynn, My prayers are with you and your families. I worked at the bank in Parkin with Patsy. We played cards together, went to Goldsmiths in Memphis to get more shoes. What a great sweet person she was. She was one of the best friends I ever had. She reminds me so much of her Mother. She was a dear lady. I will also remember her and her chocolate. She loved it so much. Good beautiful memories and I know she will be missed.
Jimmye Lynn Dye Porter
Friday, October 11, 2019
Lynn & Family,
I loved Patsy, she always made my sides hurt when I laughed at her constant antics and remarks. I enjoyed working with her at Riceland all those years ago. I know Patsy has already greeted everyone of her friends, as she was crossing into Heaven.
You have a beautiful family Lynn, cherish every minute.
I love you and will keep you in my thoughts & prayers.
Carla Estabrook
Friday, October 11, 2019
I'll miss you my sweet and funny friend.
Tina Imboden
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Your friend Tina Imboden
Ann Wooten Tyler
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Rejoicing that Patsy is with her Lord and Savior Jesus! Prayers for all of us who knew her and loved her!!! Always joyous and a big smile on her face!!! Sorry didn’t get to the reunion but thankful you were there! I know Diane was waiting for you with open arms! Love forever...see you again!!!🙌ðŸ»ðŸ™ŒðŸ»ðŸ™ŒðŸ»ðŸ™ŒðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Carolyn Watson
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Patsy, You will be missed by so many people because you touched so many. The day my mother moved in across the street from you, we felt very welcome by you. My mother thought the world of you and you were always looking out for her for me. I deeply appreciated it. I always miss our talks that we had in the yard, almost every day. I can't believe you are gone a couple of weeks after we talked, but I am so glad that I picked up the phone to call you. Love to you Angel Lady and I know my mom has seen you already!!! Prayers to your family.
curtis
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord, Paul wrote those words and I know that your with the Lord now how beautiful it must be for you and some sweet day I'll see you there , We may not have known each other here on earth but we'll know each other there with our dear Lord Jesus see you there sister ...
Karen Lumpkin
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Patsy was a wonderful Christian lady. She was a delight to be around and always so much fun. I will miss seeing her in church every Sunday.
Joyce Russell
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Such a lovely and lively person was Patsy.I shall always remember her for her kindness to people and her zest for life.My condolences to the family.
Mona Atkison Pritchett
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Patsy’s sweet, spirited personality always made her a joy and inspiration to be around. It was a blessing to have had her as a friend for many years. Prayers for her family.
Hank & Peggy Miller
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
We loved you Patsy. You were a wonderful person and will be missed by so many. Prayers for your daughter and the rest of your family. Fly high with the Angels and goodbye till we meet again 😇😇
Hank and Peggy Miller
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Patsy it was a privilege and honor to have known you all these years. You were a wonderful person. Fly high with the Angels. You will be missed my many 😇
Angela Henry
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Patsy my sweet friend I already miss you so much. You were a delight to be around you made me laugh so much! Even if it was in the middle of Sunday School. I know your keeping everything straight up in heaven and your the Smiling one above all there to. I love you and will miss you.
Roger & Trish Gaskins
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
We loved Patsy, a real sweetheartâ¤ï¸. We are so sad that we won’t see her on this side again, but happy to know we will see her in heavenðŸ™ðŸ’žðŸŒ¹Prayers for the familyðŸ™And so many happy memories to hold close😘
Ann Sanders King
Monday, October 7, 2019
Sweet and Beautiful Lady❤️ Her Love and hospitality will always be remembered. =🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 For Family and Friends
Phil and Pat Burns
Monday, October 7, 2019
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with Patsy's family. She was such a good friend to Pat and Phil's sister Barbara. Loved her. She was a special person.
Phil and Pat Burns
winston & Judy Biddy Hile
Monday, October 7, 2019
Our prayers & love go to your family, you left so many good fun memories for them! Your classmates are so thankful & blessed to have spent a wonderful time with you recently . You lived life to the fullest , were always "yourself" & love hard, laughed hard & spoke boldly of your faith! Still cannot comprehend what has happened --We will miss you so much BUT you will NEVER be forgotten!