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Patsy Huffman Obituary
Patsy Elaine Huffman, age 72 of Murfreesboro, died Thursday, May 30, 2013.
She was a native of Knoxville and was preceded in death by her father, Edward Lyke. Mrs. Huffman had worked as a secretary and a child care provider. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Huffman was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Huffman was an avid member of the Garden Lovers Club and was a certified master gardener; and a life member of National Garden Clubs. She served as editor of the Tennessee Federation of Garden Clubs Annual Journal. She was also active member of the United Methodist Women and served as editor of their monthly newsletter.
Mrs. Huffman is survived by her husband, Jim Huffman; children, Cathy Kelley and husband Rodney of Eagleville, Elaine Roach and husband John of Knoxville, Randy Huffman of Murfreesboro, Chris Huffman and wife Pam of Murfreesboro, Steve Huffman and wife Doki of Murfreesboro, Jamie Huffman of Murfreesboro, Kelly Parkinson and husband John of Murfreesboro; mother, Catharine Lyke Sebby of Knoxville; sister, Linda Birchfiel and husband Ross of Maryville; grandchildren, Laura, Philip and Joe Pendergrass, Cory, Morgan, Lily, Rachel, Christopher, Alex and Kayla Huffman, Juliet Parkinson; great-grandchildren, Alexia and Isaiah Pendergrass, Tiayair Huffman.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Rev. Earl Davis and Rev. Bill Nickle will officiate. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, at Woodfin Memorial Chapel, (615) 893-5151; www.woodfinchapel.com
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cynthia bowman
September 11, 2013
So Sorry to hear of Mrs. Huffman's passing
Andra Helton
June 3, 2013
My heartfelt sympathies to the Huffman family. May your love and special memories sustain you for the difficult days ahead.
Caroline Strader
June 3, 2013
Elaine & John: We are so sorry this loss came so soon. We did not have the pleasure to know your mother but we are sure she was a great lady because she raised such a wonderful daughter that we love so much. We will see you in the very near future. Love & God Bless you Both, Chuck & Caroline
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Marilyn Sebby
June 3, 2013
May our Heavenly Father comfort you in knowing that you will see her again. My deepest sympathy. Marilyn Sebby (Catharine's "niece-in-law")
Shelly Rice-Davis
June 3, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dave & Joy DeLong
June 2, 2013
JIM and family: Our deepest sympathy to Jim and family. Patsy was such an energetic, sweet, personable lady. May GOD give you strength during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carrie Parkinson Sanders
June 2, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless and give you strength.
June 2, 2013
Dr. Huffman,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Wil Clouse
Cyndy Stone Allen
June 2, 2013
Dr. Huffman, I extend my sincere sympathy to you and your family for your loss. May God give you the strength and courage for your grief journey.
Charles Milligan
June 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
June 1, 2013
Dear Jim,
We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick Vanosdall and Family
June 1, 2013
Now she is an angel watching her flock. Smile for her in Heaven as she would want. Remembering all of you in our hearts and prayers. Sincerely in heart and love, Michael, Lynne Parkinson & Family
Katie Haas Curran
May 31, 2013
She was a wonderful neighbor on Bramble Trail. Your family are in my prayers. May the Peace of the Lord be with you.
Angela & Ricky Wilkinson
May 31, 2013
Cathy, Rodney and Joe,
We know there are no words that will ease the pain and sorrow you are feeling, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
Justine Bain
May 31, 2013
Chris so sorry for your loss. May God cover you and your family with peace and comfort.
Cindy McCreery
May 31, 2013
Words cannot express how sorry we are on hearing about Ms. Patsy. Her love for the children that she took such good care of for all those years was such a gift to all of us parents. Love and prayers to all of you - The McCreery Family
Diane Smith
May 31, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.
May 31, 2013
Jim
So sorry for your loss
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers
Paul Doyle and the Doyle family
Marvin & Patsy Peyton
May 31, 2013
Always a smile, always a laugh, Patsy and I cherish those memories of a very sweet lady.
Rosemarie Mincey
May 30, 2013
Jim, with deepest sympathy, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Sandra & Jay Sanders
May 30, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful lady.
Ellen Slicker
May 30, 2013
Jim, I am so sad for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolence.
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