Barbara Anne Southworth Patrick

FUNERAL HOME

Bliley's Funeral Home Central Chapel

3801 Augusta Ave

Richmond, Virginia

Barbara Patrick Obituary

Barbara Anne Southworth Patrick died Saturday, August 13, 2005 at her home, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, James Edward Patrick. Also surviving are her children, Martha Anne Patrick, Susan Elizabeth Patrick Sullivan and her husband, William Andrew Sullivan, Kenneth Edward Patrick and his wife, Carolyn Bradshaw Patrick; and five grandchildren, Amanda Marie Sullivan, Julia Elizabeth Sullivan, Eric Andrew Sullivan, Derek Edward Patrick and Michael Louis Patrick. Mrs. Patrick is also survived by her aunt, Miss Anna Elizabeth Ellyson, and she was predeceased by her parents, Roland Louis Southworth and Alma Ellyson Southworth. Mrs. Patrick was employed for 23 years by the Richmond Department of Social Services, where she began the Adult Protective Services Program. After her retirement, she was employed by the Catholic Church of the Epiphany for 14 years as a Catechumenant Director. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at the Church of the Epiphany, 11000 Smoketree Drive, Richmond, Va. at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 16, 2005. Visitation with the family will be held prior to the Mass, and a reception will follow the Mass at the church. Interment will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 17, 2005, at St. Paul's Catholic Church Columbarium, 909 Rennie Avenue, Richmond, Va. Arrangements by the Bliley Funeral Homes' Central Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Catholic Church of the Epiphany.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Aug. 15 to Aug. 16, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Patrick

11 Entries

Bill Peterson

August 25, 2005

I just learned of Barbara's death and want to say that Virginia has lost a pioneering and dedicated advocate for the elderly. Barbara developed & supervised the first adult protective services program at the Richmond City Dept. of Social Services. This was at a time when very few communities anywhere in Virginia (or the United States) were taking an active role in investigating and intervening in cases of elder abuse. Her work was both ground breaking and inspirational. She was a mentor and friend to many of us who were young social workers during these exciting times. She will be remembered and missed.

Cherry Watson

August 17, 2005

Patrick Family,

My deepest sympathy to you during your time of loss. It is refreshing to know a group of people that truly put family first. Martha would comment on how she and her siblings work together to ensure that her parents got to where they needed safely. Martha also spoke fondly of the great family vacations. Reflect on the great times and embrace your mother's many wonderful accomplishments.

Susan Walker

August 16, 2005

To the Patrick family,

The world has indeed lost a wonderful woman who practiced her faith every day. I was lucky to have known Barbara through the Catecumenate program at Epiphany and I treasured our friendship. I remember when the twins were born and saw them baptized at St. Pauls. How proud Barbara was of her family! She leaves many friends in the Catholic community to mourn her loss. My prayers are with you.

Cynthy & Steve Johnson

August 16, 2005

I find it hard to lose and thus part, with one who held a special place in my heart.

It’s never easy to say good-bye,

when salty tears are what fills my eyes.

Memories are but footprints in my heart, now that it seems like we are worlds apart.

Time together seemed the greatest reward, now I must release you to the Lord.

What was, and was given, is a precious treasure, something which time could not possibly measure.

Hopes, ambitions and dreams left untold, they glitter and glimmer like mosaic gold.

Each sunrise and sunset, so many have been blessed, by your love and tenderness.

Your memories in poetry I will write and say, but it is in your actions, that you taught us, that I will continue to pray. ...by Cynthy

We will miss you Barbara,

Love, Cynthy & Steve Johnson

Debbie (Craven) Bragg

August 16, 2005

Martha, Susan, Ken & Mr. Patrick,

I’m so sorry about Barbara's death. I’m sure it’s a relief that her suffering is over. I also know that you miss her very much. I hope that wonderful memories will help to give you comfort as you go through this difficult time. Here is a poem that a friend gave me after my Grandmother’s death.

Love,

Debbie (Craven) Bragg

To Those I Love

If I should ever leave you,

Whom I love

To go along the silent way...

Grieve not.

Nor speak of me with tears.

But laugh and talk of me

As if I were beside you there.

(I'd come...I'd come,

Could I but find a way!

But would not tears

And grief be barriers?)

And when you hear a song

Or see a bird I loved,

Please do not let the thought of me

Be sad...for I am loving you

Just as I always have...

You were so good to me!

There are so many things

I wanted still to do...

So many things I wanted to say to you...

Remember that I did not fear...It was

Just leaving you

That was so hard to face.

We cannot see beyond...

But this I know;

I loved you so...

'twas heaven here with you!

Linda Schweickert

August 16, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss, Susan

I havent seen your mother in years

but remember her fondly from our younger years. She was warm and

loving. My thoughts and prayers are

with you and you family.

Cathy & Sonny Puhala

August 15, 2005

Barbara touched many lives wherever she was, but we remember her best for her wonderful work within the Cursillo Community. She will be missed and our prayers are with all of you. Peace to all.

Carrol Cox

August 15, 2005

As I have always told you, you are my hero. The person I always look up to. Lisa and I love you Barbara and you too Jimmy.

Rick Fleming

August 15, 2005

Patrick Family,

Thank you for sharing Barbara with us. She was an inspiration to all who met her.Her loss will be felt by us all and only lessened by the fact that she has gone on to be with God.

Pat Graham

August 15, 2005

Barbara dedicated years to helping the aged who were neglected, exploited or abused. I am grateful to have been able to have worked for her. God bless her family whom she deeply loved.

Rita Jones

August 15, 2005

I love you and I'll miss you Barbara Anne. My life is sweeter having known you and I'll remember the wonderful stories you always had to relate. You are one of God's masterpieces and you shall be welcomed home with open arms! You leave behind your wonderful husband, Jimmy, whom we will all look in on, and a dear and loving family who was blessed to call you Mom and Grandmother!

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