Obituary for Patsy Patterson (1938-2024)

Mrs. Patsy Patterson, 86, of Hinkle, passed away Saturday morning, June 1, 2024 at Baptist Health Corbin.  She was the daughter of the late Lester and Florence Martin Hawn born on March 24, 1938 at Hinkle.

Patsy served 43 years as postmaster at the Hinkle Post Office and was a member of the Scalf Chapel Church.  She enjoyed fishing, dancing, gardening and cheering on the UK basketball team.  She most enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

On October 15, 1954, she united in marriage with E. G. Patterson and to this union six sons were born.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, E. G.; sisters, Zella Callebs, Juanita Corey Hlifka, Maxine Spivey and Polly Fields; brothers, Jack, Walt, J. D., A. Y. and Raymond Hawn and a great grandson, Jathan Patterson.

Survivors include six loving sons, Michael Patterson and wife, Wilma, of Barbourville, Steve Patterson of Hinkle, Louie Patterson of Barbourville, Scott Patterson and wife, Melinda, of Gray, Larry Patterson and wife, Evelyn, of Bimble and Jeffery Patterson and wife, Kim, of London; nine grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; among other loved ones and dear friends.

Her funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of the Knox Funeral Home Wednesday, June 5 at 2 P.M. with Rev. Keith “Buster” Liford officiating.  She will be laid to rest in the Hawn Cemetery.

Casket bearers will be family and friends.

Friends may visit at the funeral home Wednesday after 11 A.M. until the funeral hour.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Knox Funeral Home.

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