Leona B. Patterson
August 21, 1939 ~ August 3, 2013
Carthage, NC
Leona Bullard Patterson, age 73 of Carthage died early Saturday morning (August 3, 2013) at Duke Raleigh Hospital.
Funeral services will be 4:00 PM Monday at First Presbyterian Church in Carthage conducted by the Reverend Rick Martindale and the Reverend David Yarbarough. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Born August 21, 1939 in Harnett County, she was a daughter of the late James H. and Myrtie Holder Bullard. Leona graduated from East Carolina University and was a retired school teacher for Moore County Schools.
Leona was a friend to many. She had an impeccable memory and was able to remember her students and friends that she met over the years. She was a caring, thoughtful and compassionate person, remembering peoples birthday, anniversaries and other life events. She enjoyed sending cards, writing poems and talking to friends and family. Whenever there was a need in the community Leona was the first to respond.
She was preceded in death by her brother James 'Buddy' Bullard.
Leona is survived by her husband of 49 years Otis R. Patterson; daughter Rayona P. Cash and husband Charles of Carthage; son John Patterson and wife Georgia Lee Hamilton Patterson of Lillington; grandchildren Carissa and Zac Cash and Leah Grace Patterson.
The family will receive friends at First Presbyterian Church, fellowship hall on Sunday from 5:00 - 8:00 PM and other times at the home.
Memorials may be made to: First Presbyterian Church building fund, P.O. Box 397, Carthage, NC 28327.
Fry and Prickett Funeral Home is serving the Patterson family.
Condolences: PinesFunerals.com
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Leona, was a dear friend and neighbor. I will miss her deeply. She would always have a story that would make me laugh, a recipe to share, a kind word of encouragement and such a giving spirit. May I add too, that Leona (and Otis) are a big part of the rea
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Leona was the best teacher I ever had . She was my business teacher back in the 60’s. She was Miss Bullard then. In my senior annual in the last will and testament section I wrote: I do leave my love for Miss Bullard to anyone who knew her." Because
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Rayona and family, I am very sorry for your pain and sorrow. May the peace of The Lord be with you all at this very difficult time.
Leona was one of the kindest people I knew. Having her as a friend was truly a blessing. Hoping God holds you in his warm, loving arms as you face this sad time. Mary Lou and David
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I am at a loss for words…I was blessed to have known Ms Leona all my life, as a neighbor and a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with them all, so very, very, very sad.
Leona Patterson was one of the best teachers that I ever had. She taught me the skill of typing that I am using right now and have for all these years. She also taught me values and the honoring of God. She would let me read from Our Daily Bread during de
Rayonna, you are so loved. You are a wonderful example of everything beautiful that your mother represented. What an exquisite light to be extinguished so soon, but she is one of the brightest lights in heaven now. We’ll see you soon.
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One of the best teachers ever! We loved you Mrs. Patterson.
Dwight & Beth Suggs
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Otis,To you,Rayona,Jonathon and family we send our love and condolences. We will all miss Miss Leona dearly, but we know she is resting at peace with her loved ones and friends gone before her. Dwayne and Carolyn
Rayona and family- we are so sorry for your lose. Our thoughts and prayers are with you are thus very difficult time. Love and best wishes- the Rothermund’s
God be with you during this most difficult time. Leona was a person who could never be forgotten. I never saw her when she didn’t have a smile on her face and spreading sunshine every where she went. Marlene Nunnaley
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Rayona, Your mom was so full of life, this does not seem real. I will always remember her kindness and her great sense of humor. What a wonderful lady!
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Mrs. Leona Patterson (Ms. Bullard then) taught my typing class her first year out of college. Taught me three straight years. She never knew the impact she had on her students through her teaching style. Always upbeat with a smile on her face. I loved eve
Leona held a special place in my heart,she was always there anytime asking if there is anything that she could do.I know that she will be missed by so very many people.She made my heart smile so many times.She loved her family and friends and I don’t thin
Leona was one of the sweetest ladies I have known. She was a joy to talk to. Her smile and laughter brought joy to everyone she met.
We always loved to hear about her children and grandchildren that she was so proud of.
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Otis and family. Just reading all the wonderful tributes to Leona. She was a blessing to her students and that is saying a lot. She seemed to be well loved. My sincere sympathy to you all. Just thinking of you all this past week, Otis and was hoping to se
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Leona was always a joy to talk to when we would see her and Otis in a restaurant or somewhere out and about. Hold on to all the many memories that you have. Donna and Paul Caviness.
Otis, Rayona and John,
Words cannot express what Ms. Leona meant to so many lives she touched throughout the years! I enjoyed every conversation I ever had with her because she was such a positive person and she really cared what people had to say! S
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Mrs. Patterson was a teacher whose skill set worked so well with the students of her era. She was adaptable to the needs and personalities of each of her students and her care for each was obvious. She was also fun, and had the "gift" of earning
Rayona, May God Bring you comfort at this difficult time, I Know she and Clem are having a good time telling each other good clean jokes, I Love You, Martha Faircloth
To: The Patterson Family.I am sorry for your lost.May your love for Leona and her smile and the memories she shared with you bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Mrs. Patterson, (Bullard) taught me typing & shorthand in 1965-1966 at Union Pines. She had such a gift to teach, yet she allowed humor, too. I often got a S– in conduct in her class, so I could remain on honor roll. She laughed with all of us, somet
To the Patterson Family,
My deepest condolences to your family. What a wonderful, sweet soul! She was my teacher in high school and a dear friend as well. I will always remember her sweet smile and gentle spirit. God bless you all, Mr. Patterson, Ray
On behalf of the 1964 graduating class of Carthage High School, thank you for all our fond memories. We loved and respected you who gave so much of yourself to each of us.
To Otis and Family: I am so sorry about Leona. She was such a joy to be around. I enjoyed meeting her in 2011 at our client appreciation day for CAS. My love and thoughts are with you at this time. Susan McMahan
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Leona was a remarkable person. She gave so freely and expected nothing in return. Her faith was unbreakable. I know she is in a better place, but she will surely be missed here on earth. Otis, Rayona, and John…I am praying for you…for comfort, peace,
I’ll never forget the amazing meals that Leona prepared after we all got back from fishing. She was also so kind, and always made me feel like one of the family. She was so kind, loving, caring, and amazing. I’ll miss her dearly, as will we all. Her love
Leona was such a sweet lady. She would always stop and ask about me and my family. You have my deepest sympathy.
Otis, I am so sorry about Leona’s death. I just read about it in "The Pilot." I remember her as a warm and caring person. I especially remember our days at Holden Beach together. Please share my thoughts with John and Rayona and their families.
In the hearts and minds of every student ever fortunate to be in Miss Bullard’s classes there is an indelible memory of goodness and worthiness. I was one of those fortunate students and recall the times well. Those of her students already residing in the
We are so sorry to hear about Leona. She was always so much fun to be near and always had a kind word to say. she will be greatly missed by all of us at the grill. you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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