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Patricia Bishop Obituary

Patricia Bishop

Knoxville, TN

Patricia "Pat" Bishop, age 73, of Knoxville passed away April 28, 2015 at Tennova Residential Hospice. Pat started the Baptist Home Health and Hospice in Knoxville and later started the Infusion Therapy Program at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. After 30 years of nursing she went into the ministry and became a United Methodist Church minister for 10 years before retiring. She was the minister at Valley View UMC, Heiskell UMC, Bells Campground UMC, Spring Creek UMC, and Calhoun UMC.

She is preceded in death by parents, one brother and 4 sisters. She is survived by: loving husband of 53 years, Vernon Lee Bishop, Jr. of Knoxville; daughter, Deloris Bishop of Knoxville; sons, Chris Bishop and wife Linda of Johnson City, Michael Bishop and wife Christine of Stafford, VA, Daniel Bishop and wife Joelle of Knoxville; grandchildren, Melanie and husband Scott May, Bethany, Christopher, Michelle, Cameron, Morgan, Matthew, Amberly and Kailey Bishop; step grandson, Chris Cates and wife Brandi; brothers, Leon Cagle and wife Emily, Gene and wife Kathy, Lloyd and Floyd Key; many special friends at Faith UMC; several special nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial donations be made to Faith United Methodist Church, Bldg. Fund, 1120 Dry Gap Pike, Knoxville, TN 37918.

The family will receive friends Friday, May 1st, from 4:00-6:00 PM at Faith United Methodist Church. Funeral service will follow with Rev. Barbara Clark, Rev. Katherine Nance, and Rev. Susan St. Peter officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of arrangements. www.holleygamble.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Bishop

14 Entries

Susan St Peter

April 24, 2022

I miss Pat and think of her often. She was a most excellent friend to me and fierce prayer partner. Thank you for the opportunity to post in joy-filled remembrance.

Pat Deavers

May 9, 2015

Pat Bishop was one of my dearest friends and prayer partners at seminary. She was one of the most powerful prayer warriors and beautiful women of God i have ever known. Our Thursday night prayer meeting started at 7pm, and we always said we would meet for an hour, and security would always chase use out at 11 because they wanted to close up. She taught me by example to listen and to trust without fear what our Lord speaks through prayer. Praying for the family. She is greatly missed. I am blessed beyond words to have known her.

Rebecca Fenner

May 2, 2015

I did not know Pat personally, but she was the prayer partner of my former roommate Pastor Susan St. Peter. I said hello to her a few times on the phone. I heard a lot of good things about Pat and would have liked to have met her in person. So sorry for the loss you all have endured. I will continue to pray for your family.

Nick and Cindy Nichols

May 1, 2015

Pat is a very special lady we are all going to miss very much. I am sorry we have to work tonight. Our prayers are with you. We love you Lee. If you need anything just call any time.

May 1, 2015

Pat is a very special lady we are all going to miss very much. i am sorry we have to work tonight. we love you Lee. if you need anything just call any time.
Nick and Cindy Nichols

Cynthia Thompson

May 1, 2015

Pat was, and is, a wonderful enthusiastic Christian who shared her joy in wonderful ways. Prayers to support her family and friends here and celebration for the promise she has now claimed in the church triumphant.

Darlene Hyatt

May 1, 2015

I met Pat at Asbury Seminary and was encouraged and challenged by her faith and drive and blessed by her wonderful gift of laughter. She really lived obstacles as opportunities and helped others see trials in that light. I am too distant to attend but send prayers to her family and friends and to the fine women who will officiate at the celebration of Pat's life. May God's good gift of memories be a great comfort at this time of sorrow and may God's promise to bless those who mourn be appropriated.

Susan St Peter

May 1, 2015

For over 13 years we've prayed together weekly (but never weakly). If you are reading this guest book, we probably prayed for you. She loved you all so much.

Sandi Johnson

April 30, 2015

We were blessed to have Pat at Bell's Campground United Methodist Church. She was one of the best Pastors we have ever had.. She new her bible and could teach it Chapter by Chapter and Verse by Verse... I know Pat is in the wonderful hands of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! May God comfort you Lee in this time of sorrow... With Love, Sandi and Benson

Margie Dudeff

April 30, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to Pat's family during this sorrowful time. Pat was a wonderful, caring, compassionate lady who ALWAYS put her patient's needs as a priority. She will be remembered by many for her love and care for others.

June and Family Hickman (Key)

April 30, 2015

We're so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a strong and wonderful person and a good Aunt, Wife and Mother.

April 30, 2015

A fine friend and our pastor on two different occasions and I was her first Lay Leader. A kind and dear lady who will be sorely missed. Our prayers for Lee and the family.
Charles ans Charlotte Spickard

Carolyn Jo McClain

April 30, 2015

"Well done thy good and faithful servant."....A precious lady whose life was spent trying to bring peace and comfort to others.....To Lee and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

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