August 27, 1926 - July 27, 2021
Patricia Ann [Byrne] Doughty entered fully into the presence of the Lord and joined her dear
husband of 75 years, Glen Philip, on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. She was a resident of
Meadowbrook Village Christian Retirement Community at the time of her passing. She was 94
years old. Patricia was the beloved mother of Celeste Doughty and Denyce Styles, treasured
sister of Betty Buchman and brother-in-law Ted Doughty, who survive her, as does her son-inlaw,
Wayne Jensen and Glen’s cousin, fellow First Presbyterian Church member, Eleanor (Ellie)
Standley.
Patricia was a devoted and faithful woman who loved the Lord, her family, church and
community. Patricia was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of San Diego for over
55 years. She delighted in Sunday high school teaching in her earlier years. Later, she could
always be counted on to help organize events and provide stunning décor. Patricia was active
in Forest Home, continuing to lunch with ladies from the Forest Home Women’s Auxiliary until
late in 2019. Patricia was of generous spirit and giving heart. She and Glen were mightily
blessed in this world. They joyfully were able to support various missions, missionaries and
other Christian causes around the world. They were patrons of the San Diego Zoo and the San
Diego Symphony.
Patricia was born August 27, 1926, in Detroit, Michigan. When she was 8 years old, her family
(her mother, stepfather, three sisters and a brother} moved to San Diego.
Patricia had a rich, fulfilling childhood. Even though the depression presented a challenge, she
barely noticed, since her family was very loving, kind and resourceful.
Patricia studied the oboe. She was so talented that while in high school, she played in the San
Diego Symphony Orchestra. Her love of classical music stayed with her throughout her life.
When Patricia was 15, she went on a blind double date. After the date, her date told the other
gentleman that she was a bit too tall for him, but suggested to Glen he might like her. The rest
is history. Glen and Patricia were the loves of each other’s lives. They married in 1944 when
Patricia was 17, before Glen went off to join our forces in WWII.
While waiting for Glen to be deployed, Patricia joined him in another state for a holiday. It was
her first long trip by herself on the train. They enjoyed their brief time together before he left.
When Glen returned from the war, he chose dentistry as his profession. “They” attended dental
school in San Francisco, where Patricia was secretary to the Dean. They spent wonderful days
during their young marriage going to concerts, wandering the streets and parks of San Francisco
and generally enjoying their life together. Patricia jokingly called it getting her PHD (Putting
Husband [through] Dental [School]).
Patricia and Glen moved to La Jolla in the 1950’s. They were blessed with two daughters,
Celeste and Denyce. The family took regular trips to the mountains, and beyond, in their
Airstream travel trailer. They were glamping before it was fashionable!
Glen and Patricia had been married 75 years when Glen went to heaven June 3, 2019.
Patricia and Glen began attending First Presbyterian Church in 1952 and joined in 1953. Patricia,
until very recently, remained in their La Jolla home where she and Glen had lived since 1959.
Patricia, gifted in so many ways, turned their house into a home that was at the same time
warm and welcoming as well as an unparalleled gallery of artistry and crafts. What a home this
must have been for daughters Celeste and Denyce.
Patricia and Glen are very fondly remembered for having taught high school Sunday school for
many years. Most of those high schoolers are now enjoying their retirement years. The many
events they hosted in their home with a big yard, a swimming pool and plenty of food are
especially treasured memories that are still talked about by those who attended. Patricia and
Glen also led a prayer group that met in the sanctuary each week for many years, faithfully
praying for needs in the congregation and the world.
Capturing Patricia’s ebullient personality in these few words is not possible. Patricia was full of
life, joyful, generous, creative and, above all, faithful to her family, her friends, and her God. We
rejoice that Patricia has now seen Jesus face-to-face and we imagine her now holding hands
with her dear Glen Philip for all eternity.
Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house
of the LORD forever. Psalm23:6
A Celebration of Life/Birthday Party is scheduled for August 27, 2021, at 11:00am. To be held at
First Presbyterian Church in the Chapel, downtown San Diego. 320 Date Street, San Diego,
92101, 619-232-7513
Please consider a donation to Forest Home Christian Camps in lieu of flowers.
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