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1957
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2019
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Gussie Patterson Obituary
She was born Nov. 10, 1957, in Tallulah, La., the daughter of Buster and Ruby Lee (Harris) Hardy.
Gussie was currently employed at Electric Boat as a workers compensation supervisor. She was also a long time member of the Historically Black College Alumni where she served as the treasurer. She joined the group in its first year of existence. She was responsible for us to obtain our IRS 501C3.
She chaperoned the college tours, and she was key point of contact for the students and facilitated programs such as student orientation and seniors' workshop. She had the unique ability to establish a personal relationship and remember every student by name. Gussie was also a member of St. John's Christian Church in Groton.
She is survived by her son William Anthony Patterson, of Groton.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, at St. John's Christian Church, 346 Shennecossett Rd, Groton. A Calling hour will be held from 10 a.m. until the start of the service. Burial will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery in New London.
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Vívian Tea Harris Rivas
November 10, 2020
I miss you my baby sister my best friend I wish you were here I was you didn’t go so soon I will always remembered yo birthday Ik good wanted some good like you in heaven so happy birthday I love you
Ellen Romyns
October 30, 2019
I am very sorry to just hear of Gussie's passing. She was a coworker of mine whom I thought very highly of. Rest in peace my friend.
Ellen Ellen Romyns
October 23, 2019
Tony, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will miss your mom at all the cookouts and family gatherings she used to attend. she was such a sweet loving person with such a big heart. she is resting in the arms of the lord now.
Lisa Amado
Norwich
Elicia Pegues Spearman
October 21, 2019
So very sorry that I never got to meet her in person. I started in May of 2019, visited her workspace and colleagues. The home going service was beautiful. A real testimony to who she was and the gifts she gave her family and community.
Wishing you peace and blessings,
Elicia Pegues Spearman
VP & Chief Human Resources Officer
General Dynamics Electric Boat
Shirley Armstrong
October 19, 2019
Gussie left a lasting memory the very first moment I met her. A flower who lost her bloom way too soon; however, it's been said that it's how you lived your life in the time you're here on earth that counts! Be proud!
Leona And Norman Collins
October 19, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Scott Farley
October 18, 2019
Sorry to hear of Gussies passing. She was a ball of energy and someone you always enjoyed having a chat. She always had a twinkle in her eye. I know she is missed.
Doris Washington
October 18, 2019
Gussie was always a sweet person with the warmest smile that greeted every one. Prayers go out to Gussie's family and friends.
Michael Kelly
October 18, 2019
So sorry to hear of Gussies passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. God Bless.
Michael Kelly
October 18, 2019
So sorry to hear of Gussies passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends . God Bless.
Adriana Davis
October 18, 2019
Gussie was an amazing woman I am blessed to have known her. She always encouraged everyone especially me. You are missed Ms Gussie
Deidre Eccleston
October 18, 2019
My deepest condolences to your family, you will be missed.
Kitty Brooks
October 18, 2019
Raymond may God give you comfort in your time of sorrow. My prayers are with you and the family
donna permell
October 18, 2019
I will miss you my sister!!
Love you
Minerva Dudley-Cook
October 18, 2019
My sincere condolences on the passing of Sis. Gussie. She was woman of love and integrity. She will missed, I pray that the God of Peace will comfort, sustain and strengthen you during this difficult time
Carl and Arleen Malone
October 18, 2019
Today is Carl and I anniversary. I will always fondly remember that Gussie was a special part of this day in Puerto Rico. Love and laughter is the memory we have. Rest in peace our sweet friend.
Shayla Bowman
October 17, 2019
AUNTY GUSSIE I CANT BELIEVE YOU LEFT US YOUR FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS THANKS FOR THE LOVE YOU EMBRACED ME WITH EVERY TIME YOU SAW ME IT WAS PURE GENUINE I NO YOU GOT YOUR WINGS FLY HI AUNTY
BEC
October 17, 2019
Always smiling!
Valerie Johnson-Dykes
October 17, 2019
Deepest Condolences to the family.
October 17, 2019
The Glorious Hope Church is praying for her son, sister, cousins and family; and her church family.
Remember, earth has no sorrow heaven cannot heal.
Linda Roux
October 17, 2019
Tony, My sincere condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rita9 Becker
October 17, 2019
Really going to Mis you
Michelle Crandall
October 17, 2019
My condolences and prayers go out to Gussie's family. Gussie was such a nice lady. So sorry to hear of this sad news.
Rev. Joseph Grimmett
October 17, 2019
Tony, please know my family is keeping you in our prayers. I loved your mom and know that she (we) are very proud of you. Rev. Joseph Grimmett, Joseph III and family.
Cynthia Giles Tyler
October 17, 2019
I grew up with Gussie on Fish street in Tallulah Louisiana. My condolences to her family.
KRISTEN GLEASON
October 17, 2019
Tony, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Please know that I am thinking of you. - Kristen
Gayle Cooley
October 17, 2019
My condolences and prayers for the strength of the family and friends. Earth has no sorry that heaven can not heal. GUSSIE and I grew up on the same street and often walked to school, attended the same church and spent time together after school. A great spirited person and classmate from McCall High in Tallulah, Louisiana. RIP!
Minister Gayle Cooley, PhD.
Pia J. Alston & Family
October 16, 2019
Our Condolences Tony
We will keep you lifted in Prayer
Find Comfort in God , he is always with you
SIP Gussie
Casey Hampton
October 16, 2019
You were a wonderful Auntie, One who never grew old; your smile was made of sunshine and your heart was solid gold. You will truly be missed Auntie Gussie Always in forever your niece Casey
Richard Wright
October 16, 2019
We grew up together we are westside lumber jacks.
Ethel Harris
October 16, 2019
To our beloved family we the Canty and Harris family praying for your strength . Asking God to be with you all today and always during this difficult time. Much Love Auntie And family
Ashley Randolph
October 16, 2019
Such a Beautiful soul ❤taken so unexpectedly you will be missed dearly
Sisters Forever!!!!! We will miss you!!!dddd
Gwendolyn & Sawanda Bateman/Snowden
October 16, 2019
Sisters Forever!!!!! We will miss you!!!!❤❤❤
TyJahnae Wiggins
October 16, 2019
I Love You Auntie Gussie❤ALWAYS & FOREVER
Rodney Myers
October 16, 2019
Wow! Gussies smile was contagious, and she always stood firm in her beliefs. My pleasure to have known and worked along side!
Rodney Myers
Memphis, Tennessee
Denise Sanford
October 16, 2019
Ms. Gussie you will truly be missed by all, your spirit was so welcoming and you never met a stranger. Rest in peace my friend!
Carolyn Thomas
October 16, 2019
Sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of Soror Gussie. She was a dedicated and inspirational Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. committee member. She will be missed.
Rev. MELVIN & DELORES WILLIAMS
October 16, 2019
Rev. MELVIN & DELORES WILLIAMS
Robert Hudson
October 16, 2019
Gussie will be missed by her classmates from the McCall class of 1975. Our prayers are with the family during their season of bereavement.
Barbara Kline Davis
October 16, 2019
Praying for strength for the family. A wonderful classmate and friend.
Alvivian Aaron
October 16, 2019
Condolences to the Patterson family on hearing the loss of your beloved.
John Fabrizio
October 16, 2019
My condolences to the family Gussie was not only my neighbor but also a good friend. She will be missed by all.
Linda (Jones) Elam
October 16, 2019
My condolences go out to the family and friends, Lord please give the family and friends strength in this time of need.
Linda Walker-Coats
October 16, 2019
Rest on my beautiful sister, Ivy Beyond The Wall, my beautiful sister of The Pink and Green..AKA. my classmate of '75 in Tallulah, Louisiana this is not goodbye but until we meet again
Janet Smith
October 16, 2019
A wonderful image of a godly and kind woman . May your memory encourage our youth. Tony take comfort in remembering the precious hours you had together.
Lula Morehouse
October 16, 2019
Condolences and prayers to the family! RIH Gussie until we meet again !
Laurie Lewis
October 16, 2019
My sincerest condolences, Tony, on the loss of your precious Momma. Gussie and I were co-workers and friends during our time at O'Brien, Shafner. I could depend on Miss Gussie for a smile, a hug or a word of encouragement no matter what. Thinking of her now rejoicing in heaven. Praying for you and all those who loved Gussie.
Glenda Thomas
October 16, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Danny Jones
October 16, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ann Willis-Davis
October 16, 2019
God has truly gained one of true faith and trust. Rest in heaven dear friend! You have completed life's journey.
Ray Winston
October 16, 2019
Our Condolences,Reuben Mccall Dragons Class of 1975.❤
ERICA KNOX
October 16, 2019
Sending my deepest condolences to your family Gussie. I met you for the 1st time one ago, while visiting my mother Mary Knox Hendon. Your personality and smile were everything and more. R.I.H Gussie
Darrell/Cynthia Comena
October 16, 2019
Our condolences to the family. Gussie, will truly be missed a great friend, colleague and yes my home girl too. Bayou Classic rivals, she loved her GSU Tigers and I love my SU Jaguars. I would from time to time visit Gussies office just to say hi, chat and ask about things. She was always smiling and talking about her God, cause thats what we southerners do. We let you know how much our Jesus means to us whether you want to hear about it or not. Its been at least 25 years and it seems we only meet a few years ago. We dont know when our number will be called, but like her, we got to be ready when He calls our name. Rest my sister well see you again soon.
Tony, our prayers and thoughts are with you doing this difficult time.
Psalm 121:1 "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth."
Doris Britton
October 16, 2019
As a part of the Class of 1975 from Reuben McCall Senior High, Tallulah, Louisiana and GSU, my deepest sympathy to the family. Gussie's smile was contagious and what a sweet spirit.
Patricia Williams
October 16, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mildred L Hill
October 16, 2019
Gussie, I love you & miss you sooooo much!!! No more morning, afternoon, evening, spur of the moment phonecalls or visits. I know you're in a better place now. God loves you. No more pain or suffering. My SISTER, Gussie (Gut Mae), Mil-Hil, will see you again.
Kenny & Innetter White
October 16, 2019
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Gussie was an amazing person, and a gReat friend. I will miss her dearly. My prayers are with all.
October 16, 2019
Tony, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. Please know that I am thinking and praying for you during this difficult time. - Kristen Gleason
Karen E. Cook
October 15, 2019
Gussie, Gussie! I am missing you, boo hoo! It was through your illness it reunited us and we were back on our flow. My Baby Cakes, sorely missed. Gone too soon..I Love You Dearly My Sister and Friend! Karen E
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