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~Joyce Patterson~
YOAKUM: Joyce Thornton Patterson, passed away peacefully in Yoakum, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at the age of 83. Joyce was born in Porter, Texas on February 26, 1942. While she enjoyed the peace of small-town life, Joyce spent most of her years in San Antonio enjoying everything the city had to offer. Joyce was a graduate of Silverton High School and attended McMurray College in Abilene, Texas. She was a Montessori school teacher at San Antonio Country Day School for over 20 years. Prior to this she worked in the Special Education Department in the Tulia ISD. Joyce was an avid reader and had a passion for books. As a teacher, she was proud that she could teach any child to read. After retirement she often found herself "lost" in a book until the wee hours of the morning. Joyce had a strong faith in God and was often heard humming or singing her favorite hymns as she attended daily chores around the house. Her love for family and strong values were felt by everyone around her. She is survived by her son, Bryan Kent Patterson and his wife Doralene of Yoakum; grandson, James Patterson of Pleasanton as well as Doralene's children and grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Wendall Patterson; parents, Georgia and Olive Thornton; brothers, Ken, Royce and Milton Thornton. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions can be made in Joyce's memory to a charity of your choice. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home 361-293-5656. |