Steven and family,
It saddens my heart to learn of your Mother's passing.  When I worked with your Mom some 20 years ago now, I was a relatively new group rep in the SW VA area and Ms. Patsy took me under her wing and taught me a lot about what it takes to be a respectful, honest, hard working business man and to Honor the Lord in all you do.  One of the stories I remember well was after we closed this particular big client.  Ms. Patsy had been working the account for a long time, getting nowhere with the administrator at the time.  A new administrator came in and we finally were able to get in the door, and not too long after that administrator was gone.  She told me of God's faithfulness, and you never know when He is going to put the right people at the right time in your life.   I often remember that with people I interact with.  I also remember feeling honored she would invite me to your daughter's baby shower.  I could go on, but she may never know what an impact she had on me, being at the right place at the right time.  She was truly an angel among us.  We mourn but Heaven rejoices.  I will miss her, but I will be able to tell her in person again one day how great it is to have known her.  All of my best to you and your family.  In Christ, Daniel Wyatt

Steven and family.  It has taken me days to process this.  The first time, I ever spoke with your Mom and we were chatting, I found out her birthday was the same as my Dad's.  It was an instant connection and has been over the years.  I could have never worked with a finer business woman, Christian woman and a woman who cared so much for her family and clients and the passion that she had for each of them. The love of Christ was all over her.  She and I would talk about Christ and share so much, she was a go to mentor for sure.  She never met my dad, but you would have never known.  In the last 3 months of his life, she sent him cards of encouragement, spoke with him on the phone and oh the beautiful flowers for her service was breathtaking.  Patsy, your MOM has touched so many lives and leaves us with so many memories but most of all I took in the love that she had not only for me and my family but for so many others.  A walking angel, pray partner and so many that I hold dear to my heart.  I pray for healing and comforting but I will carry the love and memories in my heart until I meet her again.  Love you all
Papa Julia

Ms. Patsy was a dear friend and mentor to me. I could remember the day we met at the Michelle Obama tour in Washington DC. It was an automatic connection. A warm beautiful spirit. She introduced me to another dear friend Sala. As we departed during the show we remained in contact with each other. She would constantly encourage and motivate me to press on to my fullest potential. I truly admired her grace, intelligence  and positive personality. Ms. Patsy shared a wonderful experience with me when she toured Asia. The pictures were immaculate. I will truly miss her and the daily devotionals she would regularly send me along with the minute with Maxwell videos. Words can't express how much her kindness meant to me.  One of my favorite devotionals she sent me stated A strong woman knows she has enough strength for her journey, but a praying woman knows it's in her journey, where she'll gain her strength.  Lastly, I received a message from Ms. Patsy a few months ago and it really helped me to press beyond measures. She wrote " We were created on purpose for a purpose. There is a thirst and hunger in our hearts that is real. The world is waiting for us to wake up to the person we are called to be. Stop listening to the negative inner conversation that's causing us to play small. Let's focus our minds on positive thoughts, possibilities and solutions that can move us forward. Let's tap into our creativity and determination and stay busy. Life is on our side. The challenges that we face are only tests. No tests, no testimonies! Cry if you must. Let's pray as if everything depends upon God and work as if everything depends upon us. Get up and keep moving! We have GREATNESS within us". Thank you so much for everything Ms. Patsy. You will truly be missed. We will continue to make you smile. With Deepest Sympathy, Forever our Guardian Angel.

Wakeya Thompson-Belt   

My deepest sympathies on your loss.  Patsy was undoubtedly "one-of-a-kind" and I had the pleasure of working with her on numerous occasions down through the years when quoting business.  Patsy was the consummate business professional who asked intelligent and piercing questions while always being fair  and cordial.  I remember one occasion a few years back as she described her graduation from LU - she was so proud of that accomplishment even though she certainly did not need a diploma to validate her success from a career perspective.

I will pray for the peace of God's strength and comfort during this most difficult time.

OBITUARIO

Patsy Jean Akridge

16 agosto, 1954 – 25 mayo, 2019

Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home

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