Happy Heavenly 82nd birthday, Pat. I can only imagine how it felt to see Howard and your parents and many friends who graduated before you. You left a spot no one here can fill. Your wonderful antics are legendary and it make those of us here miss you all the more. PS. Your daughter is doing a fabulous job! She isn’t you, but she was never intended to be. She is her one and only self and you would be so proud. Until next year, Fritz (the only woman who could tame Bill Wood!) Ha!

I still miss you my dear friend. Cannot believe you are not here to make me laugh and to confide in. Rest in peace till we meet again. Much love to you and your family.

I sure miss my best friend. I cannot believe she not here now for us to travel and have fun. I will always love and miss her. Till we meet again my friend.

One year passed so quickly!!! She is definitely in a better place now.
Wish the rest of her family members a happy , healthy, and long lifetime .

I miss Pat she was the hardest working AND playing person I’ve known. I’m sure she’s having a large time. RIP, Pat

Happy Birthday Patsy.... Hard to believe you are no longer with us. So many wonderful memories with you ~ long talks, advice, knowledge & laughs. Love you and look forward to seeing you again one day. ~ Jana

Miss Me, But Let Me Go
by Anonymous

When I come to the end of the road,
And the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom filled room
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little – but not for long.
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that once we shared.
Miss me, but let me go.
For this is a journey we must all take,
And each must go alone.
It’s all part of the master plan,
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick at heart,
Go to the friends we know,
Laugh at all the things we used to do.
Miss me, but let me go.

Pat, we first met you as our realtor and then you became our dear neighbor. We will miss bumping into you @ Costco and hearing your stories of your beloved children & grandchildren.  Godspeed dear one. <3

I am so sorry to hear this and sorry for the loss of your mom. I remember her well from growing up with you ladies. God’s speed to your mom.

I met Pat 6 years ago when I became her personal trainer. Over the last 6 years, she grew to be one of my favorite people and close friends. She helped me buy my first home. She was a huge part of my life. I know her family meant the world to her and my heart breaks for all of you.

Pat was not your average lady, nor your average 80 year old. She had a young, vibrant energy about her that was contagious. I looked up to her and bragged about her often. My family adored her as well. This is a devastating loss and I miss her terribly. 

Before the shock wears off,mourning sets in . We talked almost every night. I will miss the sound of her laughter but,an image of her smiling face is etched into my minds eye. She was and is the love of my life. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family as they have very dainty but strong shoes to fill!!!!

Pat (referred to as G.G by my family and I) will be greatly missed. She was one of the most generous people I have ever known and was like a second grandmother to me and my siblings. Last time I saw her was over a year ago during a trip I took back to Georgia where she treated my friends and I to a delicious home cooked meal which I looked forward to since I had not had home cooked southern food in a while and hers was always some of the best, and she did this while still working full time which is incredible. I have fond memories of her and my grandfather coming over for dinner and holiday celebrations and getting to go up to her place at Lake Lanier during the summer to take the boat out to go tubing or water skiing or go swimming off the dock. Some of my fondest memories from my childhood include her in them and I will always be grateful for the unconditional love and support she gave me as I was growing up. My thoughts and prayers go out to her friends and family in this difficult time.

With all my love,

-Zach

Most of you folks don't know me from Adam, but I had the honor of hanging out with Pat a handful of times(wish it could've been more.) A true Southern Belle without being dainty, a Georgia Peach who could turn probably turn it into cobbler if she was of a mind. Sparkly smiley eyes with fire and grits on the back end. I don't recall playing cards with her but i'm quite sure she would have handed my ass to me on a silver platter. Speaking of poker- Pat, save me a seat at the table upstairs with Willie, Waylon, and the boys. As soon as St. Peter turns his back, deal me pocket aces from the bottom of the deck, we'll split the pot and go eat some biscuits and gravy and wash it down with whatever nectar they serve up there. RIP Pat-go get em.

Patsy came into my life several years ago but it was like i knew her for ever and she made it great! We met playing cards at a restaurant. She and I traveled together mostly to play cards in different casinos and states. She was amazing that she could stay up late with me. We never went to our room before 3 am and back at it next day. At the local bar/restaurant where we met and other bars people called us by each other’s name and we’d have a big laugh about it. I cannot talk and laugh with her now and i’m empty. She was my best friend and i will miss her so much.. Good bye my friend you left way too early, Your bright smile and vivacious energy will be missed so much. Till we meet again!!
My deepest sympathy to her family.

Patsy was my first niece of many, she was almost
2 1//2 years younger than I & I consider her to be my first playmate, I was the youngest of 10 children, 9 of us lived to adulthood,Pat &I spent a lot of time growing up in Newnan,small town that it was. As adults we did not spend as much time together but we still kept
In touch going on trips when we could and I shall
My previous niece until I meet her again in Heaven!!!❤️❤️
Elizabeth

Pat and Cathie helped us find the perfect home in Dunwoody as we were welcoming our first baby girl into the world. Pat really took care if us as if we were her own grandkids, making sure the home was safe and perfect for our needs. Though we only knew Pat for a short time, she became family to us. We were looking forward to visiting her at the lake this summer as my uncle happens to be her next door neighbor. We are so heartbroken to hear of Pat’s passing and look forward to celebrating her life. We are comforted to know she got to meet our daughter and sell houses for her whole life. Prayers for the Cordle family.

One of the first times we met Pat, was when she was helping us in finding a home. She was so amazing, because no matter the size, shape, location of the house, she would be able to spot things I feel no one else could. She would also somehow know the story of pretty much any piece of the house you could think of - the door, wall, roof, cracks, etc. Add to that her sense of humor, and house hunting became an activity to look forward to.

Our most recent time together, she was looking through our newlywed pictures. I'll never forget the excitement on her face (and the smile she put on my face) as she swiped through the pictures one by one. Then, she eagerly went and shared with several of her friends, making them smile, too. She definitely had a way of making everyone around her smile. The care and love in her was so beautiful.

We are blessed to have met her and will carry these memories in our hearts forever. We will miss Pat, but will never forget the beautiful person she was.

I knew Pat for 35 years in real estate she was always helpful especially in the north springs area of dunwoody. Pat and I were both poker players and I will miss her

We love family because they’re family, but sometimes we get lucky enough to have relatives we also admire and adore for who they are. If we’re even luckier, they become dear friends as well as relatives. That’s how I have always felt about my cousin Patsy, and our friendship—and my admiration—only deepened when I came to live with her in Atlanta last year. This tribute is about what I saw, and what I loved in her.

Growing up, I had always looked forward to visits from my worldly, sophisticated college cousin, and I was a flower girl at her wedding to her college sweetheart, Howard. Sadly, Patsy was widowed very young, but through grit, keen intelligence, and mastery of her profession, she succeeded in building a well-respected business and supporting two young children beyond many people’s wildest dreams. She was also one of the kindest, most generous people I have ever known, a font of practical advice and inspiration, and I suspect many of her good deeds remained known only to Patsy and the people she helped.

Patsy also exuded a warmth and womanly charm that stemmed from her very strong sense of self. She was a knockout and a night owl, and her powers stayed with her to the end. Well into an evening when I was still staying with her, I’d be powering down for sleep and she’d come sailing down the hallway after a full day of work, refreshed, dressed to the nines and looking gorgeous, ready to go out and have some fun! I was in awe.

She was one of those people who brought sparkle to every occasion, who *made* the occasion, and it was impossible to be around her without sharing her zest for well, just about everything. She loved poker, cocktails, dining and dancing, the theater, travel, and recommending books she “really thought I’d like.” She doted on her children, grandchildren, the whole clan, and treasured their joint vacations, holidays, and summer weekends on her big white boat at Lanier. I loved watching her wise and loving interactions with her grandchildren. She had a story for every single ornament on her Christmas tree, and her stories always involved family, and love.

We kept in touch, of course, after I moved to my own house. As we all hunkered down to shelter from coronavirus, I teased her that she would probably have to open an illegal casino and speakeasy in her basement, she was such a social creature. She roared with laughter at that one. Our very last check-in call had lots of laughter and joking, too. Patsy told me how she’d been afraid she had developed an allergy to gin. What, I said? No more martinis, or G&Ts? This cannot be! But she said it turned out the answer was to stop using cheap tonic water. We hung up the phone, still laughing.

Her absence is impossible.

Her absence is real.

I know it will never be filled, but it will glow around the edges.

I love you, cousin.

Such a shocking and bad news!!! it's hard to believe that Pat is gone. I saw her recently and she was just fine!! I met this amazing family through buying my house 12 years ago. Since I met Cathie, I had noticed her strong bond with her mom. Pat was a very lovely, sweet , and friendly lady. I loved her a lot and I miss her. I know that this is a big loss for Cathie, the family and all friends.
My deepest condolences to this wonderful family,
May her Soul Rest in Peace.

We are still in a state of shock. Pat was part of our life for the last 28 years. I cannot believe she has left us here on earth to be with her friends and family in heaven. She was like a second mother to me, and GG (Groovy Grandma) to my children. I will never forget when Zachary referred to Prince as GDog because we called Pat GG and Russ (my father) GDaddy. There are so many wonderful memories of spending time with her. It was great to see her a couple of years ago here in California. I just spoke with her last month. It is still so hard to believe that I will never be able to talk to her or see her again. Pat you are so loved, and will be missed greatly. 

Trey and Cathie, our love and thoughts are with you and your families as you go through this very difficult time. 

With love,

Nita, Bruce, Zach, Tyler and Abby

Pat will be missed greatly, she was a great friend, business person and everything in between. She was definitely a doer, get it done lady. I first meet Pat when her husband Howard hired me and moved me to Atlanta in 1972. I bought my first house from her and several more over the years. Howard is very excited to have her join him again. Rest In Peace Pat, job well done! Love you.

Pat was our real estate agent for our first house. She was amazing at her job!! We also knew her personally for years!! She was an amazing lady with amazing spirit. She will be missed!!

SHOCK! There is no other word for how I feel. Now who will I call at 2am just to talk, talk about whatever, with my fellow night owl friend?
Our husbands were childhood friends. We watched each other’s families grow. She just cannot be gone this suddenly.
It’s not just late night phone calls I will miss. It’s her laugh! It’s her indomitable “I CAN” spirit, her never-expiring energy, her loyalty, her love for her family, especially her grands!
She was so in love with her family. It was Joy to vicariously enjoy the family and work relationship she so enjoyed with Cathie. 
She helped me sell my first home BY OWNER (newly weds who needed every penny to get in the larger family home she found for us). She found our next home 30 years later and so sold the second home.
Pat was real-estate at its best. I will truly miss her, but first I have to get past the shock, as I am sure you will need to do, also.
Farewell, Pat! You gave this life you all!!!

It is with sadness that we learned the decease of Pat, mother of Cathie and grand mother of Talulah and Henry. We bless her memory and wish the entire family the necessary courage to overcome this loss.

For the Zeller’s and Mullenders
Out of Belgium
All our thoughts are with you

Pat was the coolest. She took us out late, to the movies or the grocery. She was a night owl and it was so exciting for me as a little girl. She was a solid and bright woman who cared with her heart for all of those around her. Pat was an excellent Southern chef. I’ll never forget her delicious chicken and dumplings, Salmon croquettes, Salisbury steak and biscuits and gravy all served with Slightly warm sweet tea. She was an independent woman, a mother, grandmother, lady boss badass who drove motorboats and played cards. Pat, thank you for making my best friend. We love you and your enduring spirit.

Pat was a wonderful and dear friend. I will truly miss her. Pat helped me buy and sell four houses, she took me to a Braves game and sponsored into Black Tie Atlanta. She was an excellent realty agent but more importantly she was the best a friend could ask for. Miss you Pat!

Pat was a true friend and will live forever in my heart.

Pat, such an amazing force! Since 1980 when we met...my heart is heavy with her death while thankful for having known her. I celebrate her life-Such strength, a no nonsense woman with a tender heart and great spirit.

Pat, you know how much we love you ❤️ You came into our life helping us find a home to start our family in 2014. You have been a sweet friend we called a chosen aunt ever since. It was always easy and fun to spend time with you, there was never such thing as age difference only great hours spent joking and chatting. Your personality and bright outlook on life were energizing, refreshing. You will be SO deeply missed. This news came as a big surprise that no one wants to wake up to but what will remain with us is hundreds of memories of you. Rest In Peace dear Pat. Actually, we can’t imagine you resting - you will be active everywhere :) We will always love and remember you Pat.
With Love, Abou Nader-Smolskaya family