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Patricia A. "Pat" Thrush, 83, of Leesville, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2025. Born in Washington, GA, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Juanita Johnson Marshall. Pat enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley, cheering on the Carolina Gamecocks, and a love for watching Dale Earnhardt race.
She is survived by her children, Andy Burgess (Candi), Lee Burgess (Trisha), Debbie Scott Justice (Jim), and Dewayne Scott (Roni); grandchildren, Kassidy Roof (Ben), Jacob Burgess (Lindsey), Riley Burgess, Shane Burgess (Dalenie), and Toby Burgess; as well as her great-grandchildren, Lucas and Morgan Roof, Willow and Dawson Burgess, and soon-to-arrive grandson, Barrett Burgess. Also surviving are her brother, John Marshall (Darla); along with numerous extended family members. In addition to her parents, Pat was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Scott; brother, Earl Venson Marshall; and sister, Mary Jean Shelton.
A funeral service for Pat will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 27th, at Milton Shealy Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Bill Paulling. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. A graveside service will follow at 3:00 p.m. in Lincolnton City Cemetery, 231 S. Washington Street, Lincolnton, GA.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Pat’s special friend and caregiver, Winnie, for her love and support.
115 N. Pine St., Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29006

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