Funeral service for Patty Seals, age 73, of Vanntown, TN, will be held at 4 PM on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Ray Gardner and Bro. James Strope officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Patty was born on November 3, 1948, at the old Lincoln County Hospital in Fayetteville, TN to the late William Odell and Wilma Idova Cantrell Noblett. Mrs. Seals was a 1967 graduate of Central High School. Following graduation, Ms. Seals earned her x-ray technician license and enjoyed a wonderful first career in the medical field. Later, she went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from Athens State University and had a successful second career that she truly loved as Chief of Resource Management for the U.S. Army.
Patty loved hosting big family celebrations and you would always find her famous blackberry cobbler on her exquisitely set tables. After receiving a diagnosis that would dishearten many, she continued to live her life to the fullest. Although she had to set aside her love of traveling the world, she continued to live her life with the freest and fullest spirit including making special memories with family and friends, working in her flower beds, reading, spoiling her grandchildren, and listening to the birds on the patio of her centurion farm which was her home for over 50 years.
She was a lifelong member of Lincoln Baptist Church. Patty passed away peacefully on June 19, 2022, at her residence surrounded by her loving husband and daughters.
Patty married the love of her life, Carroll Seals, on June 22, 1968, at Lincoln Baptist Church. To their union, they had two beautiful daughters, Allison Goode of Huntsville, AL, and Shelby (Michael) Foster of Vanntown. In addition to her devoted husband and daughters, she leaves behind many who admired her and were inspired by her journey including grandchildren, Carley Beth (Andrew) Creech, Carson Goode, Audrey Goode, Tripp Foster, and Tess Foster; sisters, Ariena Brady and Shelia Bartlett; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. In addition to her parents, Patty was preceded in death by her niece, Carla Payne.
Visitation with the family will be from 5 PM until 8 PM on Tuesday at Higgins Funeral Home. Patty lived a beautiful, vibrant life and was always fashionable including beautiful hats at every proper occasion. The family kindly invites you to wear your favorite millinery to the service on Wednesday evening to remember and celebrate the life of their beloved Grandpatty.
Patty loved flowers but she also had a very generous heart. Memorials may be made to the Fabulous Fifties Foundation, PO Box 934, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Patty Seals.
12 Comments To "Patty Seals"
#1 Comment By Wanda Shelton On June 20, 2022 @ 10:38 am
I am so so sorry for your loss.
#2 Comment By Karen Gilliam On June 20, 2022 @ 3:11 pm
My sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved Patty. Dwell on all the fun and good times as she would want. Much love.
#3 Comment By Jeannie Swafford On June 20, 2022 @ 4:58 pm
Hugs and prayers dear family. Patty and I went thru chemo at the same time. As coworkers and friends, she was an energetic positive encourager. No doubt about how proud she was of her family, pictures spoke volumes! Treasure your sweet memories and know it is not GOODBYE but see you in heaven❤️
#4 Comment By Lori Bradley On June 20, 2022 @ 7:06 pm
Patty’s grace and love of her family was an inspiration to all who knew her. May her memory be eternal.
#5 Comment By Sharon & Steve Guntherberg On June 20, 2022 @ 9:24 pm
Patty was admired by so many for her devotion to her amazing family..A woman of many talents.. Sending comfort & prayers to each of the family..
#6 Comment By Lisa Brown On June 20, 2022 @ 10:15 pm
Love, thoughts and prayers to cover all of you. GrandPatty loved so very Big and Full! What a blessing she was to you, her family and all of the multitudes she impacted in her lifetime. May Our Father surround you with His peace that surpasses all understanding.
Pro 10:7 “The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.” May sweet, precious memories forever fill your hearts and minds. Much love, Lisa Brown
#7 Comment By Mike and Sherry Horton On June 20, 2022 @ 10:39 pm
Mike and I are so deeply saddened to hear of your loss of Mrs. Patty. You have made so many special memories with her. Our prayers and thoughts continue to Carrol, Allison, Shelby, and all your family during this time.
#8 Comment By Roger & Lisa Whitworth On June 21, 2022 @ 4:09 pm
Your family are in our prayers and thoughs st this difficult time. May god give ya’ll comfort and peace MAY GOD BLESSED THE FAMILY. Sorry for ya’ll loss.
#9 Comment By Carrol Agnew Stewart On June 21, 2022 @ 5:40 pm
Carroll, Allison, & Shelby & families sorry to hear about Patty. So many good memories growing up together & then attending church together. Love y’all so much. Please let us know if we can help in any way. Carrol Agnew Stewart ❤️🙏
#10 Comment By Mary Partin On June 22, 2022 @ 10:45 am
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all during this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts & prayers. God Bless, Teresa Partin, Mary Partin, & Billy McGehee
#11 Comment By Ann & John Towry On June 22, 2022 @ 12:58 pm
We are devastated by the loss of Patty. She will be forever in our hearts. We so enjoyed traveling with Patty and Carroll as well as visiting seeing each other here. Prayers for comfort during this time. Ann & John
#12 Comment By Sandy Lancaster On June 22, 2022 @ 8:48 pm
Patty was admired by so many for her devotion to her amazing family..A woman of many talents.. Sending comfort & prayers to each of the family..