Patricia Calvert Dobbins

Patricia was welcomed into heaven by her beloved Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; her grandmother, Lillie Mae Holt; mother, Barbara Calvert; husband, George Dobbins; sister-in-law, Kathy Calvert; and brother-in-law, James Pharris.

Patricia is survived by her siblings, David Calvert and Bonnie Pharris; children, Bobby Smith (Maranda), Jennifer Fabbri, and Rebecca Diederick (Bryan); grandchildren, Savannah Smith, Joel Dobbins, Evan Dobbins (Carlee), Samarah Dobbins, Addison Houk (Conner), Rylee Smith, Bexley Diederick, Brevyn Diederick, Brooks Diederick, Baylor Mae Diederick, Jamison Martin, and Matthew Bonds; and nephew, J.D. Calvert.

Born November 15, 1957, the youngest of three children, Pat was consistently described throughout her life as the kindest, most loving, and most selfless person one could ever know. Pat was extraordinarily brilliant, resilient, and persevering. She found deep meaning in her professional service as Chief Financial Officer of Olympia Construction in Albertville, Alabama, for over thirty years. Her colleagues will always be remembered by her children as friends and family. She was a lifelong fan of Alabama football, famously never missing a game.

Pat found her life’s greatest joy in her children and grandchildren and in her personal relationship with Jesus Christ. She was a lifelong follower of Christ and found immense joy in His Word and presence. Throughout her life, she spoke daily of her eager anticipation of the day she would join the Lord and see Him face to face. She directed her daily life toward the hope of being a blessing and a source of relief to others. Romans 8:28 was her favorite verse:

“We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.”

Pat left this life having achieved her personal mission: leaving this life with the full confidence that she will see each of her children and grandchildren again in heaven because they have placed their faith in the salvation of the Lord Jesus.

Funeral services will be Saturday, September 26, at Ridout’s Gardendale Chapel at 2 PM, with visitation from 12–2 PM. Interment will follow at Oakwood Memorial Gardens. 2029 Decatur Hwy.Gardendale, AL 35071

Pat was an avid proponent and investor in Christian education. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in her honor to Santa Rosa Christian School:

6331 Chestnut Street

Milton, Florida 32570

850-623-4671

santarosachristianschool.com