Edna was born on July 1, 1934, in Dallas, Texas. She was a proud graduate of Sunset High School. On August 29, 1953, she married the love of her life, E.W. Patterson, with whom she shared many devoted years of marriage before his passing.
Edna was a longtime member of Freeman Heights Baptist Church in Garland, where her faith and community were deeply important to her. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—working crossword puzzles, visiting the casino, keeping up with the news, and, most of all, spending time with her family. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother whose love, strength, and presence will be dearly missed.
She is survived by her sons Daniel Patterson (and wife Pam), Scott Patterson; her grandchildren Jacob Wenzel (and wife Janie), Ryan Wenzel (and wife Kelli), Matt Patterson (and wife Brittany), Leah Wright (and husband Josh), Mason Patterson (and wife Cecilia), Maegan Patterson and Baeli Patterson; ten great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
Edna was preceded in death by her beloved husband E.W. Patterson; her daughter Nancy Gayle Bowers; her sisters Ruth Howard and Evelyn Cave; and her parents.
Her family will forever cherish her memory and the love she shared with all who knew her.
A visitation for Edna will be Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 from 4-7pm at Grove Hill Funeral Home, 3920 Samuell Blvd, Dallas, Texas 75228. The funeral service for Edna will be Thursday, January 29th, 2026 from 10-11am at Grove Hill Funeral Home with graveside to follow.
