She was born on December 13, 1957 in Shenandoah and was the daughter of Hilda Pauline Ferrell Tappy of Shenandoah and the late Ralph L. Tappy, Sr.
Patti was a graduate of Page County High School. She was an associate member of the Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Company where she was active in all fundraising activities. She loved spending time with family and friends and enjoyed traveling.
On August 11, 2000, she married Isaac “Ikey” Parks, who survives.
In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by a daughter Jessica Tappy and companion, Brandon Dyer of Elkton; a niece, Rebecca Shenk and husband, David of McGaheysville; and a great niece, Georgia Shenk.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a brother, Ralph L. Tappy, Jr.
The family will receive friends 5-7 pm, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Lindsey-Kyger Funeral Home in Shenandoah.
A graveside service will be held 11 am, Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Rest Haven Community Cemetery with David Shenk officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Company, 201 Pennsylvania Ave., Shenandoah, VA 22849.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.lindseykygerfuneralhome.com.