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Nellie Patrom Obituary
The sixth of 10 children of the late Porter and Magnolia Robinson Patrom, she was born in the Beach community. Her entire life may be characterized by an untiring dedication to the service of others-her church and the community. She was leader of the Chesterfield C.H. 4-H club; at her church, First Baptist Centralia, of which her grandmother, Nellie C.R. Hill was one of the founders in 1867, she served as superintendent of the church school and provided leadership and support in other ministries for many years. She served with distinction in the Chesterfield School System for 32 years. Her faithful service over many years has left its mark on all who knew her.
Survivors include: sister, Magnolia Patrom; brother, Oakley Patrom; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, including Howard Patrom, a most devoted nephew; numerous cousins, friends and neighbors, among them, Mozelle Preston, Walter Cheatham, Roger Trent and James Allen; Artis Wallace, Helen Friend, William Clements (Mildred) and George Bediako (Benito); a special caregiver, Mary Kigathy.
Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. A service of remembrance and love will be held at First Baptist Church, Centralia, 2920 Kingdsale Road, Richmond, Va., at noon on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009; Dr. W.E.B. Shannon, pastor, officiating. Interment Sunset Memorial Park, Chester, Va.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nellie Patrom
April 25, 2010
May God Bless You, Sorry to learn of your loss.
Dalarie Singleton
April 25, 2010
May God Bless You, Sorry to learn of your loss.
Franceen Robinson
November 19, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 18, 2009
Ms.Patrom was my kindergarten teacher at Harrowgate Elementary 31 years ago. She was a wonderful teacher and a very sweet lady. She will always be one of my favorite teachers. I know you will miss her, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
John and Vivan Thompson
November 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John and Michael and Erica and Pamela Patrom
November 18, 2009
To my loving aunt you were always a special person. So we truly thank you for all your love that touched our life each day. We know that your are still here with us. For we will hold you close in spirit. My loving Aunt you will always be forever in our heart.
John and Michael Patrom
November 18, 2009
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
November 18, 2009
Ms. Patrom was my daughter's kindergarten teacher at Harrowgate Elementary School 31 years ago and remember her as being the most wonderful compassionate person and so loving towards all her students. I will always remember her and certainly know her family will surely miss this great lady. God Bless.
Salonia Merritt Pasman
November 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home
November 18, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Malcolm & Renee Taylor
November 14, 2009
We pray God's comfort for the family and all of the lives that she has touched.
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