Pat was born July 8, 1940 in Jamaica Bay, NY to James and Violet Dalton. She was of the Christian faith, a devoted wife and mother of five children, a business owner and at times a valued employee. Patricia married Robert John Pachinger on June 2, 1959 and remained together for more than fifty years until his passing on July 20, 2016. Both were part of "The Greatest Generation" and exhibited those qualities throughout their lives.
Survivors include daughter Laurie; sons, Robert, Donald, Kenneth, and David; grandchildren, Donald James, Phillip, Ashley, Abreanna, Brianne and Corissa.
Graveside Services will be held at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Governors John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920, on Friday, July 23, 2021 at 8:30 AM. Online condolences and fond memories can be extended to the family at www.sherwoodchapel.com.
