Patricia was born on September 28, 1938 in Birmingham, Alabama to William and Dorothy Hobbs. Patricia, known as Pat by many, built her life in the Knoxville area and was the matriarch of her family. She uplifted the day of all whose path she crossed.
Patricia embodied the definition of grit, perseverance, and determination in all aspects of her life. She was a competitive tennis player and passed the hobby to her granddaughters. In her free time, Patricia loved nature and gardening. She was a member of Mountain Laurel Garden Club. Also, an avid reader, she was passionate about learning.
Unwavering in her support and encouragement of her family, her inspirational personality shines in her legacy and will continue for generations. Patricia’s light shone in her kind, gentle, and loving caregiving. A nurturer at heart, Patricia loved all animals—especially her pets. She also cared for and was deeply involved with her granddaughters’ upbringing and adult lives. Spending time with her family brought her immense joy.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert “Bob” Rimmer; son, Terryl Rimmer (Theresa); 5 granddaughters, Nikita Weaver (Dennis), Celsy Johnson (Josh), Gabriella Rimmer, Sierra Rimmer, and Adriana Kerkstra (Preston); 2 great granddaughters, July and Aspen Johnson; and 2 sisters, Betty McFaden (Jim); Mary Hefley (Jim) and children.
Patricia will have a graveside service at Berry Highland Memorial with close family and friends on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to Bethel United Methodist Church at 2004 Amherst Road in Knoxville, Tennessee. Friends may leave their thoughts and memories at www.berryhighlandmemorial.com
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