Patricia Sue Riblett Catron, 71, of Dinwiddie County, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013. Born in Williamson, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Curtis Lee and Eva Lucille Greathouse Riblett. In addition, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, William and Manie Louise Greathouse; and her brothers, Robert Riblett and William Riblett.
Mrs. Catron retired after 25 years of service as a telephone operator with Bell Atlantic. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and devoted her life to her family.
Mrs. Catron is survived by her husband, Ronald W. Catron Sr.; daughters, Tammy Sue Shank and husband, Todd, of Prince George, Tracey Lynn Yeager of Petersburg, and Sheila Renee Mayberry and husband, Sam, of Dinwiddie; son, Ronald W. Catron Jr. of Chesterfield; grandchildren, Joshua and Trisha Shank, David, Chris and Nicholas Suits, Jeremy, Patrick and Seth Mayberry, Matthew Catron, Elizabeth Stevens, Ava, Sydney and Reagan Catron; great-granddaughter, Ava Noel Catron; aunt, Kathleen "a very special Rose" Hayes, and her son, Timothy; nieces and nephews, Ruth Ann Cozad, Jeanette, John and Gladys, Yolanda, Braden, Jean, Michael, and William Jr. Riblett, all of West Virginia.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 3, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Mausoleum at Southlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Richmond Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond, VA 23220.
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I am deeply saddened by her loss. When I was a child I remember going to her house and spending time with the family. If my parents Nancy and Chuck Cox, were alive today, they would morning their dear friend. Uncle Ronnie, I love and miss you!!
Debbie Cox-Bollinger
March 5, 2013
Ronnie,we are so sorry to hear of Pats passing. Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jeff and Connie Foulkrod
March 3, 2013
Ron, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family through this difficult time. We are currently out of town but will connect just as soon as we return.
Patrick and Frances
March 2, 2013
My you and your family find comfort in this time of sorrow.
Keith Vaughan
March 2, 2013
My sympathy to the family and my prayers and with you during this time.
John Tizen
March 2, 2013
I saw this & thought it fitting to share with the family of Mrs. Catron.
To my dearest friends and family,
some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know,
that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness;
Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you
every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said, "I WELCOME YOU",
"It's good to have you back again,
you were missed while you were gone.
As for your friends and family,
They'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly,
you're a part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do,
to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things,
that he wished for me to do,
and foremost on the list,
was to watch and care for you.
And I will be beside you
every day and week and year
and when you're sad I'm standing there
to wipe away the tear.
And when you lie in bed at night
the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you..
in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth,
and all those loving years,
because you are only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry,
it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers,
unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you
all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you,
you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain,
though my life on earth is o'er,
I'm closer to you now
than I ever was before.
And to my very many friends
trust God knows what is best,
I'm still not far away from you
I'm just beyond the crest.
There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it
by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world,
the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody
who's in sorrow, hurt, and pain,
then you can say to God at night...
"My day was not in vain".
And now I am contented....
that my life was claimed worthwhile.
Know as I passed along the way
I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low,
Just lend a hand to pick him up,
as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street
and you've got me on your mind,
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind.
And when you feel the gentle breeze
or the wind upon your face,
that's me giving you a great big hug
or just a soft embrace.
And when it's time for you to go ....
from that body to be free,
Remember you're not going.. ..
you're coming here to me.
And I will always love you
from that land way up above.
Will be in touch again soon. Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author) ©Copyright 1998-2012
Tamara Robertson
March 2, 2013
So sorry to hear about your wife, Ron. You and family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Clyde and Bev Hall
March 1, 2013
Sheila, So sorry to hear of your loss of your mom. You and your family are in my prayers.
Cathy Barber, N.Dinwiddie, VA
March 1, 2013
The angels are always near to those who are grieving,to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.
Thinking you you all.
Peggy, Wesley, Stephanie and Steve
Wesley Belcher
March 1, 2013
Deepest sympathies to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terri and Bill Driskill
February 28, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. David, Cari, Katie (Mohn), Hunter and Madelinn Simmons
February 28, 2013
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