Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
1946 - 2018
SUMNER, Patricia L. – Of Flint, age 72, died Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Genesys Regional Medical Center.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 12, 2018 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Ron J. Osborn officiating.
Burial in Flint Memorial Park.
Those desiring may make contributions to a charity of one's choice.
Visitation 4- 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Patricia was born in Flint, Michigan on July 7, 1946 the daughter of the late William and Jean (Thomas) Brown.
On June 25, 1966 she married James Sumner in Flint.
Patricia enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, going on scenic drives with her husband and loved Gospel music.
She taught Sunday school, was a Youth group leader and a member of New Life Wesleyan Church.
Patricia and her husband attended a recording of the Gaithers Homecoming in Atlanta that she felt was a trip of a life time.
Surviving are husband, James;
children, Tracy and husband LeVearne Naylor,
William and wife JeriLynn Sumner,
Cheryl and husband Cecil Miller,
Kelly and husband Gregory Foley;
grandchildren, Melinda McDowell, Christen Thomas, Tyler Sumner, Cecilia Sharber, Mallory Sumner, Chelsea Miller, David Foley and Daniel Foley;
great-granddaughter, Natalie Sharber;
sister, Beverly LeClear;
mother-in-law, Kay Schmitt;
many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Ayanna Thomas; brother, Andrew Brown; sisters, Judy Nicholson, Linda Molnar, Nancy Fruin and Sandra DeSonia.
Just learned of Pats passing. My prayers go out to her and her family and all Sue to her husband Jim. They were both classmates of mine and great people.
Wayne Lintz
December 01, 2018
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Wayne Lintz
December 01, 2018 | Pentwater, MI | Friend
what a wonderful woman n friend!!! she was the sweetest woman i ever met!! always so happy ur neighbor ron preville
ron preville
November 27, 2018 | Flint, MI | Friend
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ron preville
November 27, 2018 | Flint, MI
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Terry LeClear Jones
November 11, 2018 | Ellenwood, GA | Family
One of the best human beings and the most fabulous aunt ever. I will miss Aunt Patty so much, she was such a big part of my growing up and though I didn't get to see as much of her as an adult as I would have wished her impact on my life will always be treasured. I feel blessed to have known, loved and respected Patty Sumner. We'll never forget her! Love from Beth (Sumner) Fairweather and family.
Beth Sumner Fairweather
November 10, 2018 | Owosso, MI
We will miss you. You were a great sister-in-law. Praying for your family during their loss.
Maynard & Marjorie Sumner
November 10, 2018 | Flint, MI
The entire Thomas Family including June, Kevin, Grover, Debbie and John would like to give our deepest condolences, love, and prayers to Jim and Patty's entire family during this difficult time. Patty is fondly remembered by all of us for being kind and gentle and sweet and very loving. In a polarized world, she was a humble, sparkling ray of peace. She will never be forgotten.
Kevin Thomas
November 10, 2018 | Burton, MI | Family
I send heartfelt condolences to you and your family! May you be blessed and comforted by by kind words and warm memories.
Andrea Rogers
November 09, 2018 | Grand Blanc, MI | Acquaintance