Georgetta (Thompson) Patterson

Mother Georgetta Patterson was the third born to George Homer Thompson and Katie Johnson Thompson on January 25, 1938 in Itasca, Texas. Mother Patterson grew up in the Dale Community. She married the late Melvin Elison and to that union five girls were born. Later she married Elder Charles Patterson that preceded her in death. She and the late Elder Charles Patterson were blessed to share over 39 years together. To that union five children were born, three girls and two boys. Mother Patterson also raised five of her grandchildren. She came from humble beginnings and was proud of her upbringings. However she knew what it took to care for her family. She was a country girl that didn't mind working hard. Proverbs 31:10 woman describes Mother  Patterson, as she had 6 am prayer with her family for years. She was an entrepreneur, cook and baker. She would often testify that while she was cooking and baking the Lord would give her messages for the saints. One of her favorite scriptures was Psalms 15:1-5. Through her steadfast teaching  and work in the ministry she raised and cultivated  in the family; a superintendent, a pastor, five licensed missionaries and one deacon. Without a doubt she loved her family,each child and grandchild felt special when in her presence.

Mother Patterson attended the Dale Public Schools. As a young girl she had dreams of being a school teacher. The Lord expanded upon that desire and blessed her to teach for him. She was a phenomenal and well sought after teacher of the gospel. She taught by precept and example . She was saved and filled with the holy ghost at a young age at the Dale COGIC.

Mother Patterson worked for the Leif Johnson family (of the Leif Johnson Ford Dealership in Austin) for over 23 years. She also worked for other families at length during her lifetime. Each time lifelong extensions and bonds were developed.

Mother Patterson was preceded in death by her parents: George Homer and Katie Thompson Kerr; a daughter, Wille Mae Ellison two grandchildren, Pastor Lyle Avery Ellison and Felicia Brown. Three sisters: Annie Mae Ellison, Mattie Ellison and Mandy Ruth Roland.

She leaves to cherish her memories: Missionary Gloria Barnes, Dr. Marilyn Ellison, Betty Watson, Etta Ellison, Missionary Charlotte Durden (Albert), Deacon Whalon Paterson (Sheree), Missionary Sarah Collins, Superintendent F.O. Patterson (Lady Lisa) and Maria Patterson. Three sisters: Mother Gloria McLennan, Juanita Ward (Hebert) and Beautie Ward. A special daughter, Missionary Barbara A. Green; 25 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, many adopted children across the states and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.

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