Photo courtesy of McKneely Funeral Home - Amite
Nov 24, 1931 - Jan 5, 2018
God bless all Mrs. Patsy's family. Bro Ken I know you will miss her. She was a wonderful sweet lady. My folks so loved your visits.
Richard Hayden
January 11, 2018 | Baton Rouge, LA
I am sorry for your loss. I have loved hearing the stories and memories of your mother and how much her life has meant to everyone she knew. I will continue to keep the family in my prayers.
Tom Baird
January 10, 2018 | Houston, TX
We are so sorry to hear about Mrs. Patsy. She was a beautiful, kind lady. She was a constant presence in the old Presbyterian Church especially at Bible school. She will be missed. Prayers for your family as you grieve her loss.
Pam & Sim Bankston
January 08, 2018 | Roseland, LA
I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Patsy. She was a wonderful, kind lady. I remember her as a very dear presence at the old Arcola Presbyterian Church for Sunday school and Bible school. She will be missed. I am praying for your family as you grieve over her loss.
Pam Bankston
January 08, 2018 | Roseland, LA
So sorry to the family in the loss of Miss Patsy. RIP.
Susan Pye Stone, Nina Pye, Jon Pye
Susan Pye Stone
January 07, 2018 | Chattanooga, TN
So very sorry to hear of "Miss" Pasty's death. She always had that Southern Belle aire that will always be remembered. May she rest in peace in the arms of our Lord. Our prayers are with all the family.
Gayle Currier and Cookie Currier Coxwell
January 07, 2018 | Amite, LA
Bro. Kenneth and Mrs. Patsy both hold a very special place in my heart (along with some of their kids and grandkids ). My prayers are with you Mr. Kenneth and the family. Love y'all
Cathie Butler
January 07, 2018 | AR
Prayers for your special family. Heaven gained an angel to watch over all of you.
Love you all,
Stormy & Denise Lee
Denise Lee
January 06, 2018 | Hammond, LA
I adored your mother, SuEllan, Tanya and Ricky. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers for you and all of your family members.
Angela Saucier
January 06, 2018 | Covington, LA
Patsy Green Field Istre peacefully graduated to heaven on January 5, 2018 at her home in Hammond, Louisiana. Her life centered on faith in God through Jesus Christ, and love for her family. Born on November 24, 1931 to Hattie and George Green, she was reared primarily in Wichita Falls, Texas where she was a cheerleader for the Wichita Falls High Coyotes. Patsy met her first husband, Dick Field, while attending Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls. They married on September 15, 1951 and moved to Dick’s home state of Louisiana. Living in Amite, Patsy became involved in activities for their children and sang in the choir at Amite-Arcola Presbyterian Church. She also served as secretary for Amite High School and participated in various school related organizations. After the passing of Dick in 1981, Patsy became involved in the lives of her grandchildren as their MeMe and moved to Hammond. Patsy married Kenneth Istre on November 26, 1991 living in Jennings and Denham Springs before returning to Hammond. Supporting Kenneth’s ministry as a preacher, she also became involved in the lives of his children and grandchildren. Members of congregations across Louisiana appreciated her gift of hospitality and faithful service including Shiloh Church of Christ and Hayden Grove Church. Patsy was preceded in death by her parents Hattie and George Green and her brothers and sisters Mozelle Gilbert, David Green, Betty Redwine and Don Green. Preceded in death by her first husband, Dick Field, Patsy is survived by their children Ricky Field and his wife Alison, SuEllan Moore and her husband Carmon and Tanya Mearse and her husband Bill; her grandchildren Chris Bordelon, April Field Kemp, Richie Field, Brad Moore, Mandy Moore, Amy Moore Weiss, Todd Moore and Matt Moore; and her great grandchildren Grace Kemp and Gretchen Field. Patsy is also survived by her second husband, Kenneth Istre and his children Kenny Istre and his wife Natalie, Kathy Alonso and her husband Roland and Kristy Yeldell and her husband Layne; his grandchildren Justin Istre, Rick Istre, Cole Bridges, Curt Bridges, Amy Yeldell Stone and Clay Yeldell; and his great grandchildren. Visitation with family is Monday, January 8, from 6 pm to 9 pm in McKneely Funeral Home at 110 E. Factory St in Amite. The memorial service is Tuesday, January 9, at 11 am with family visitation at 9 am at McKneely Funeral Home immediately followed by a brief graveside service at Amite Memorial Gardens. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
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