Joyce Marie Patteson was born in her family’s home near Nixon in Karnes County, Texas, to Nathan Joseph and Mary Teresa Rethaber Flowers on September 30, 1941. Z.G. and Joyce married on August 19, 1960 in Leesville and lived in their home north of Nixon for 60 years where they raised their three children: Patricia, Trlica, and Curtis. She entered eternal rest on October 20, 2020, at the age of 79 years.
Joyce loved sports. She played basketball in high school and softball with friends as an adult. She was a faithful Spurs fan for many years, and you had better not expect to talk to her on the phone during one of their games. She was truly a dog lover, with her favorite being her last dog, Pistol. But she was even more excited to watch her grandchildren play any sport, and later, her great-grandchildren. She also loved watching them show their animals in stock shows, ride horses, participate in ranch rodeos, and seeing the results of their hunting or fishing adventures. Meeting grandchildren for a Saturday morning breakfast in town or watching the little ones play at a birthday party or family gathering were very special to her. She was a great cook and always did her best to prepare any “special requests”.
Joyce enjoyed playing dominoes, dancing and music, and she and Z.G. attended the Pilgrim Opry regularly. She loved visiting with her friends at the auction barn where she worked for many years and visiting with her café friends at every opportunity.
She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other loving family, and many friends. Her family greatly appreciates the loving care she received these past months from her doctors and the staffs at the hospital, nursing and rehab centers, and hospice. The cards, calls, and prayers from so many during this time have been such a blessing. Visitation will begin at 1:00pm on Friday, October 23, 2020 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Nixon.
FUNERAL SERVICE
Friday, October 23, 2020
2:00pm
Finch Funeral Chapel
Interment will follow at Nixon Cemetery. The Reverend Michael Cowey will be officiant of the services. Memorial contributions may be made in Joyce’s name to First Baptist Church, 403 North Texas Avenue, Nixon 78140 or Nixon Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 427, Nixon 78140.