Obituary

Frances "Granny" Patten

93 a resident of Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away May 30, 2014 in Fayetteville. She was born March 29, 1921 in Hulbert, Oklahoma, the daughter of Wayman Francis and Mary Pearl Stephens Dearing.

She was preceded in death by her husband Ray Patten, three brothers George, Steve and Bill Dearing and two sisters, Dean Mason and Hester Carnahan.

Survivors include two children, Leon Patten and wife Dorothy of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Susie Samples and husband Lanny of Fayetteville, Arkansas; one sister Betty Yancey of Prairie Grove; six grandchildren Jarred Samples, Ashley Bradley, Stephanie Morgan, Stacy Fuller, Brad Patten, and Ray Patten and eighteen great grandchildren.

Family will receive friends on Sunday afternoon from 2:00-3:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.

Funeral Service will be held Monday, June 2, 2014 - 10:00 A.M. at Viney Grove Methodist Church in Viney Grove, Arkansas. Burial will be in Farmington Cemetery, there will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.

Pallbearers will be:Tyler Thomas, Richard Nickell, Richard Ulrich, Kevin Carroll, Shelby Gardner, and A.J. Bartholomew.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Granny’s caregivers, Freda Wilson, Freda Easterling, Melba Collins, Glenda Test and the staff of North Hills Life Care.

In Lieu of flowers family ask memorials be made to the Viney Grove Methodist Church c/o Barbara Stills 751 E Parks St. Prairie Grove, Arkansas 72753.
Funeral Service

10:00 am
Viney Grove Methodist Church. There will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Visitation

2:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 01 34, Space 40
General

Mar 29, 1921

May 30, 2014

93

Tributes

When I think if granny, the word LOVE is the one that most describes her. She loved everyone she came in contact with., and everyone loved her. She loved her children and her grand children, always so proud when she talked about them and showed you their latest pictures, I truly loved her and couldn't wait to see her beautiful face on Fridays. She was such a blessing to me. Sending prayers to the Patton family
Brenda - Friend that loved and adored her
To all the family: We were so sorry to hear of Granny's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Randy & Linda Bradley - Friends
We will miss Granny who kept me when I was a tike. She left a legacy of friendship and love throughout her years. Thank you Susie & Lanny for your special labor of love in taking care of her every need. God Bless you. Preston
Preston Beeks - Friend
We are so sorry to hear of Granny's passing. She was such a sweet, caring person to a young couple trying to work and raise 2 young boys. Our youngest son, John, was just a little baby when we found Granny who took him in each morning and cared for him like he was one of her own. She will be missed by so many, but Heaven just gained one of the kindest people we've ever known.
Joe & Charlotte Haynie - Friends
Granny was one of a kind. I always remember her cheering on the kids at ball games. She was a true friend to so many. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family and many close friends that she had.
Phyllis Young - Friend
I played ball with Leon throughout high school at Farmington and Granny Patton was always at the games. She will always be a part of my wonderful memories from growing up in Arkansas. My prayers are with Leon and the entire Patton family.
Darrell Tucker - Friend
Miss Susie and Mr. Lanny, I love you guys and I am so sorry for your loss. Granny was a very special lady to our family. I am honored to have known her. I will especially miss her "hugs". I know she is in heaven giving "hugs" to everyone she meets. Love you guys.
Amy - Friend of the Family
We were so saddened to hear of Granny's passing. She was a very special lady. Our heartfelt condolences to Susie and all her family.
Kim & Nancy Smith - Friend
To the Patten family- Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy go out to you. Granny was a one of a kind friend to all. Her home was a gathering place for many as we cycled through her life. She made everyone feel welcome. She was a blessing to everyone who knew her. Wes (Bud) Opela
Wes (Bud) Opela - Friend
Funeral Service

10:00 am
Viney Grove Methodist Church. There will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Visitation

2:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 01 34, Space 40
General

Mar 29, 1921

May 30, 2014

93