She was born May 12, 1922 and lived an amazing 92 years before leaving her earthly body.
Her parents, Shaw and Kathleen Neal, her brother Joe S. Neal and her late husband Floyd Patrick, predeceased her.
She is survived by her sons: Charles Edward Moore, Jr., (Faye); Lloyd Gordon Moore, (his late wife, Sherry); Norman Neal Moore (Kim) and daughter Mary K. Woodruff (Tom).
Her grandchildren called her Nana and they are: Catherine Walker, Melissa Pratt, Charles E. Moore, III, Grayson Moore, Turner Moore, Ike Moore, Shaun McGehee and the late Chad McGehee. She is also survived by 12 sweet great-grandchildren.
Her cousin, Carolyn"Muff"Rawls and husband Gene, were an important part of our family and are like a favorite uncle and aunt to us all. Her only niece, Jo Ann Brosell (Lee), was also an important part of her "Hermitage connection" and the family inner circle.
Among the many highlights of her life was her basketball career as a Lady Hermit at Hermitage High School, where her team captured a state championship.
She gave us all a love for the country life, fried fish and tomatoes through our visits to see "Me-Me and Granddaddy." She was a faithful daughter and rarely would a Sunday go by when we didn't visit. She gathered the family together every holiday for celebration, delicious meals and the best sweet tea ever made.
She loved to instigate and helped organize family gatherings at Lake Catherine. Many of our fondest memories, in spite of the mosquitos, were made at the cabins on that lake and Lake Chicot.
She loved life, especially if she was fishing, taking a cruise or spending time with her family.
When Mary Blanche was in her 40's, she returned to school and elevated her nursing designation from an LPN to RN, studying many late nights and struggling to make good grades. She was among the first class of nursing students to graduate from UAM, then Arkansas A&M.
After graduation, she was an industrial nurse at Burlington Industries in Monticello for over 25 years. She loved her Burlington family and cherished the friendships she made through the years.
Rock Springs United Methodist Church, near Monticello, was also an important part of her life as she forged many dear friendships. She loved going to church until her health prevented it.
She loved to go on cruises, fish Lake Chicot, watch sports on TV, especially anything Razorbacks, and play bridge.
So many people were special to her through the years including loving friends and neighbors Pat Johnston, Sue Lord, Tony and Kim Fletcher, Norma and Don Hogue, Kay and Gary Crook, and Sue and David Anderson.
We will forever be indebted to her caretakers Patty Curtis, Tasha Butler, Regina Evans, Ann Cook, and Barbara England for making her life comfortable and allowing her to stay home with her inseparable companion of 13 years, her sweet dachshund, Katie Mae.
We also appreciate the care and compassion of Arkansas Hospice and AAA Home Health Care.
We mourn our loss but celebrate the time we had with her and her impact on others. "Will the Circle be Unbroken?" Only temporarily.
Condolences(18)
B.A. Ogles, Rowena James & Jeannie P. Sullivan
Warren, AR Thursday, September 18, 2014 MK, so sorry for your loss. Will keep you in our prayers. love youVickie Ferrell Barrett
Lake Village, AR Sunday, August 31, 2014 I didn't know your mother but growing up in Hermitage I knew your grandparents. They were special people. I am sorry for your loss.Anna Pinkerton
lead hill, AR Saturday, August 30, 2014 May you find comfort in knowing Mrs. Mary is with Jesus and one day youwill see her again. My heart goes out to you all.
Bob and Barbara Rowland
San Angelo, TX Saturday, August 30, 2014 We are thinking of Mary Blanche's family today. She and Bob were first cousins, but miles and years kept them apart. May God bless and comfort all of you.Robert & Kim
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 30, 2014 MK, we are so very sorry about the loss of your mom.We just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love you~
K & R
Shannon Hall
Alexander, AR Saturday, August 30, 2014 Hearing how wonderful of a mother she was and listening to Mary's stories in different childhood memomeries through the years she was definetly a great mother and grandmother! My heart is with you all and prayers for you all!In deepest Sympathy
Shannon Hall
Jerry Marks
Little Rock, AR Friday, August 29, 2014 Lloyd, Charles, Neal and Mary Kay. I am so sorry for the passing away of your mom. She was a wonderful lady. Even though you had her 92 years it is still not long enough. I am sure you will miss her dearly.Pamala Duet
Moroe, LA Friday, August 29, 2014 With Much sympathy and Prays for Family.Pam Duet
Lou & Charley Peyton
Little Rock, AR Friday, August 29, 2014 To the family of Mary Patrick, Lou and Charley Peyton send our sympathy. A beautifully written obituary. We share in your grief and sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Lou and CharleyGary Crook
monticello, AR Friday, August 29, 2014 Mary Patrick was a special person. Mary and I wouldtry every year to keep the razorbacks straightened
out , as we use to watch the games toghether . She
was a loving person and cared about other people.
I use to visit her and we would talk and talk, if I
had a problem she always had a answer.
Mary K. I am deeply sorry for your loss .
Bill and Cherie Bradley
Searcy, AR Thursday, August 28, 2014 We are sorry for your loss, Charles.Scott and Donna Barnes Hart
Fordyce, AR Thursday, August 28, 2014 We are so very sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.Pat Scifres Montgomery
Monticello, AR Thursday, August 28, 2014 So sorry Mary K.....my thoughts and prayers are with you.Kay, Gary & Sophie Crook
Monticello, AR Thursday, August 28, 2014 Memories flooded our minds last night of all the good times we've shared with Mary through the years. Razorback games won't be the same without her and Gary cheering the hogs. She has left an empty place in our hearts and we cherish our memories of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.Donna Sperling Branscum
Clinton, AR Thursday, August 28, 2014 My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Mary was a special lady and I know you will miss her but will have many wonderful memories.Carole Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Wednesday, August 27, 2014 My sincere condolences to the family of Miss Mary. You are in my thoughts and prayers and will remain so in the difficult days ahead.Carole Rushing
James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, August 27, 2014 We are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Our deepest sympathy to her family.Wanda Young
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Mary K so sorry for your loss I loved your mother,we had many good talks.Love you and prayers for comfort.