Joyce Marie Patterson

Joyce Marie Patterson, age 85 passed away peacefully in her home in Salem, Virginia after a recent hospital stay.

She is survived by her devoted partner of forty years, Mona Lisa Bare. Also left to mourn her passing is her daughter, Maggie Carroll and her children, Brian, Brandy and Brittney as well as a special son, Jeremy Woodie. Her sister, Judy P. Tuell and her children, Tammy Hoss and husband, Tim; Timmy Tuell and wife, Heather and great nieces, Deanna Wyatt and Casey Edwards. Her brother, Stanley "Sonny" Patterson, Jr. and wife, Edith and their children, Peggy Sue Henderson and husband, Bobby; Randy Patterson and wife, Lori, their son, Jeremy Patterson and Natalia; Doug Patterson and daughter, Natalie Patterson. Her brother, Danny Lee Patterson and wife, Roxanne and their child, Amelia Krezenski and husband, Matt.

She was predeceased by her parents, Stanley R. Patterson, Sr. and Maude M. Patterson and numerous uncles and aunts.

Joyce worked at G.E. from 1963-1997. She began in data entry, promoted to lead operator, and at the time of her retirement, was supervisor of computer operations.

"Sissy", as Joyce was affectionately know by her family, had a witty sense of humor and enjoyed drawing others into her web of laughter! She had a great love of fishing and enjoyed playing the slots at local and other casinos throughout the state. Her favorite past time was reading crime novels and watching them play out on TV. Besides her love of Lisa, she also loved her special furbabies, CJ, Penny, Harley, Bae-Bae, Nibbles, PorkChop, and Peanuts.

A memorial service will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 20th at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem.

Lisa expresses gratitude to all who have reached out with love, prayers and support during this difficult time. She also thanks Kyle Emerich and the staff at Lotz Funeral Home for their compassionate help with the arrangements.