It is with regret that we announce the passing of Patricia Faye Gleghorn, age 48, of Lincoln County, TN. A funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Houston Welch and Bro. Ellis Coats officiating. Burial will follow at Old Orchard Cemetery in Petersburg. Visitation with the family will be from 4 pm to 7 pm on Wednesday, December 8 at Higgins.
Patricia was born January 31, 1973, in Lincoln County, TN to the late Phillip and Rebecca Cashion Gleghorn. She started her career at Cosmo Lab, later worked at Wal Mart, and was currently employed by C&S Plastics. Patricia was a lifelong member of Friendship Church of Christ, and she enjoyed painting, baking cakes, and spending time with her family. She passed away December 5, 2021, at her residence.
She is survived by her brothers, Dale Gleghorn and Melvin (Camille) Gleghorn of Petersburg, and Kelvin Gleghorn of Belfast; sister, Anita (Kevin) Tanner of Taft; sister-in-law, Christy Gleghorn of Petersburg; nieces and nephews, Phil (Rebekah) Gleghorn, Anthony (Emily) Gleghorn, Kala (Ben) Mullins, Garrett (Jenny) Gleghorn, Caleb Gleghorn, Ashley Lockhart, John Allen Gleghorn, Alex Tanner, Lily (Jim) Hammons, Cara Tanner, Kelly (Nathan) Fuller; and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and her church family. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Terry Lee Gleghorn.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Friendship Church of Christ or Fabulous Fifties Foundation, P O Box 934, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Patricia Faye Gleghorn.
19 Comments To "Patricia Faye Gleghorn"
#1 Comment By Lynn & Timmy Warren On December 6, 2021 @ 5:06 pm
Our deepest condolences to Patricia’s family. I will always remember how genuinely kind and thoughtful she was to me in school. God bless you all!
#2 Comment By Candie Helums On December 6, 2021 @ 5:38 pm
She was a wonderful friend I worked with her at walmart in the bakery. She always made my cakes for me an she always made me chocolate pies the best. I’m in shock her an I went out for dinner several times She is gonna be missed . I know she’s walking streets of gold in no pain an meeting all her loved ones in heaven. My prayers are for the family God bless
#3 Comment By Mike & Jeanie Hyde On December 6, 2021 @ 6:00 pm
Dale, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
#4 Comment By Jim and Cindy Rooney On December 6, 2021 @ 7:32 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Anita and her family. Sending love and prayers.
#5 Comment By Connie Rogers On December 6, 2021 @ 8:48 pm
Patricia was such a precious lady. She was so kind and respectful to everyone. Sending prayers to all!
#6 Comment By Debbie Bradford On December 7, 2021 @ 6:57 am
Patricia was my dear friend and co worker at
Cosmolab. We had so many great times together. RIP Trish
Prayers for her family.
Love Debbie (DO) Bradford
#7 Comment By Dee Dee McBay Owens On December 7, 2021 @ 8:17 am
My deepest condolences to the family. Patricia was one of the sweetest girls in school.
#8 Comment By Dianne Sumruld On December 7, 2021 @ 9:53 am
My condolences go out to Patricia’s family. She was such a a sweet and giving person. Prayers for all the family.
#9 Comment By Patricia Knott On December 7, 2021 @ 12:40 pm
I am so sorry to hear of Patricia’s passing! She will be missed as she was such a giving person, thoughts & prayers for family!
#10 Comment By Pat Winnett On December 7, 2021 @ 7:51 pm
God will now take care of Patricia. Worked with Patricia at Cosmolab for several years and she was such a sweet friend. Excellent baker and as learned after I retired that she also was a wonderful artist. May she now RIP. Patricia will be truly missed.
#11 Comment By Michael Cowan On December 7, 2021 @ 11:54 pm
She was always a sweet person. I will be pray for her family.
#12 Comment By Martha Carter On December 8, 2021 @ 10:11 am
I am so sorry for the family. Patricia was a sweet friend of mine. We worked together at Cosmolab. May precious memories of Patricia bring peace and comfort to her family and to all that knew her.
#13 Comment By Linda Womack On December 8, 2021 @ 2:45 pm
I had the pleasure of watching Patricia grow up. She was always such a sweet person, just like her Mama. Loved them both. RIP Patricia. Loved them both.
#14 Comment By Kim Crabtree & Kellie Dollar On December 8, 2021 @ 6:07 pm
Dear Family
I am so sorry for you loss. Patricia will be missed by many. She never meet a stranger and she loved everyone. Know the all of you are in my prayers and thoughts and may God carry you through the hardest day ahead.
#15 Comment By Ralph Hart On December 8, 2021 @ 8:45 pm
Patricia was a sweetheart and so friendly. She reminded me of her mother . One great blessing was she was a Christian and faithful in service to the Lord.
#16 Comment By Pam Crabtree On December 8, 2021 @ 9:06 pm
Condolences to Patricia’s family! She was a very sweet and kind gentle Lady. The best cake baker that I know especially those coconut cakes. God Bless each of you.
#17 Comment By Marilyn Sullivan Hart On December 9, 2021 @ 8:41 am
I will always remember Patricia as a kind loving and giving person, so much like her mom. I send sincere condolences to all the family.
#18 Comment By Sonya Jean On December 9, 2021 @ 10:52 am
Patricia, I will always remember your beautiful smile. You had a heart of gold loved everyone. Patricia you always put a smile on my face sweetie I’m going to miss you so much my dear friend. Love you Sweetie. Praying for the family in Jesus name.
#19 Comment By Karen Rusd On December 10, 2021 @ 1:36 pm
Dale and Family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for strength for entire family!