Patsy was the daughter of the late William O. Cole and Harriet Cumberledge Cole.
Patsy was a resident of Waynesburg, Pennsylvania. She was a member of the Spraggs United Methodist Church. For many years, she volunteered with the local hospice in Waynesburg, PA. She was an avid shopper, loved her dogs and enjoyed gardening and working with flowers. She was a homemaker. Her Husband: Thomas L. Gooden, whom she married on November 22, 1958 died August 25, 2024. Surviving are 2 Sons: Thomas R. "Randy" Gooden and wife Elissa of Waynesburg, PA, Gary Michael "Mike" Gooden and wife Carol of Waynesburg, PA, 2 Sister-in-Laws: Carole Cole of Dilliner, PA and Mary Lou Edwards of Olney, MD as well as several nieces and nephews. Deceased in addition to her parents are several sisters, brothers and cousins. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Monday, December 1, 2025 in the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St., Waynesburg, PA 15370 Shane M. Ayers-Managing Director, where her service will be held at 1:00 PM with Pastor Monica Calvert officiating. Burial will be in Claughton Cemetery, Whiteley Twp., PA. Condolences and pictures can be shared online at www.milliken-throckmortonfh.com
