Patricia Sue Huffman

Patricia Sue Huffman, age 70, has died following a long and courageous hard fought battle with brain cancer. She passed peacefully in her Craig County home on Saturday, June 11, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Sue, a native of Coeburn, Virginia was born July 31, 1945, and was one of 15 siblings and the daughter of Cecil and Nellie McConnell. She was a dedicated Christian with a generous and tender heart who spent a lifetime in service to the church. She was a devoted wife, a loving and caring mother, and a true friend to all. Sue is survived by her husband of 35 years, Lt. Col.(Ret.) Berlin B. Huffman; daughter Kim Garst and her husband Joseph Garst and their two sons Tyler and Logan; daughter Robin Venden and her husband Kelly Venden and their two daughters Mia and Maura; daughter Ronda Moore and her husband David Moore and their three children Jesse, Emma and Abigail; stepdaughter Jeanne Huffman Reynolds and her husband Tim Reynolds; sisters Wilma Nickels, Ganell Marshall, Naomi Ormes, Lynn McConnell, Becky Beavers, Jeannie Mullins; brothers William McConnell and Cecil McConnell, Jr.; an abundance of nieces and nephews and many other relatives and close friends. She is best remembered for her warm and exuberant personality and her treasured ability to bring both happiness and beauty into the lives of others. A self-taught pianist, she played the piano for years for the Forks of John's Creek Christian Church. It was her passion for floral design and decorating wreaths that touched so many people. Her gift brightened special occasions across the local community and brought honor and distinction as her wreaths hung proudly in the governor's mansion in Richmond, Virginia. She served as inspiration to all when she was selected as the first grand champion winner in the decorated and un-decorated wreath categories at the National Christmas Tree Growers Association. Her faith gave us strength, her courage provided inspiration, her love bound her family, and her life brought happiness to all it touched. She will be greatly missed… I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7 Celebration of Life, "A Tea Party", and visitation will be held at New Castle Christian Church Friday, June 17th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held at New Castle Christian Church 2:00 pm Saturday, June 18th with Ernie Johnston and Cody Rader officiating. Interment will follow at Huffman Cemetery on John's Creek. Messages of sympathy and support may be sent to the family at: Paitsel Funeral Home. www.paitselfh.com