

Dianne was born on September 17, 1943, in Fulton County, Georgia. She graduated from Southwest High School and went on to build a dedicated career with the General Services Administration, where she worked faithfully until her retirement. Known for her selfless spirit and unwavering devotion, Dianne was a loving mother, sister, and grandmother who always placed her family at the center of her life.
She found joy in sewing children’s clothing, a reflection of her caring nature, and treasured the time she spent with her loved ones. Her kindness, strength, and quiet generosity left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.
Dianne was preceded in death by her parents, Virlyn W. Chafin and Lois Aileen Wehunt; her beloved husband, Clyde “Pat” Patterson; and her brother, V.W. Chafin, Jr.
She is survived by her siblings, Ellen Derreth and Mark Chafin; her three children, David Kennedy and his wife Marlene, Patty Fosse and her husband Scott, and Pam Jordan and her husband Tim; and her three grandchildren, Jessica Fosse, Zachary Kennedy, and Dakota Kennedy; step-granddaughter Ashley Jordan Ely. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Flowers may be sent to Woodstock Funeral Home, 8855 Main Street, Woodstock, GA 30188.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dianne’s memory to the Dementia Society of America:
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