Patricia Ann Priest

Patricia Ann Priest obituary, North Little Rock, AR

Patricia Ann Priest

Patricia Priest Obituary

Visit the Smith Family Funeral Homes - North Little Rock website to view the full obituary.

Patricia Ann Priest, 76, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away August 25, 2024. She was born August 8, 1948 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Homer and Marian Matthews. 

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Brandy Priest. Patricia “Bear” is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Bing Priest; son, James (Rebecca) Priest; grandchildren, Andie Priest, Spencer (Kyra) Maske, and Kaitlyn (Blake) Odom; and great-grandchildren, Eden and Vivienne.

After she retired, she spent time as a homemaker perfecting her favorite meals. Her heart was happiest spending time at ANY beach in Florida. Bear had a love for dogs, especially, Shih-tzus. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sherwood Animal Services.

Visitation will be from 5:00PM-7:00PM on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home (1921 Main Street). 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Smith Family Funeral Homes - North Little Rock

1921 Main St., North Little Rock, AR 72114

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