Patricia Ann Darby, 72, passed away January 7, 2017 after an extended illness. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to noon Monday at Colbert Memorial Chapel. The service will be noon Monday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in Colbert Memorial Gardens.
Ms. Darby was preceded in death by her father, Alfred Sample, and mother, Rixford Sample. Survivors include sons, Blair Darby (Melissa) and Brent Darby and very special former daughter in law, Rosa Darby. Grandchildren, Whitney McCreless (Chris), Nicole Darby, Cory Darby, and Christopher Darby; Great-Grandchildren, Abbie Grace and Charlee Beth McCreless.
She was a dedicated mother, a loving Nana, and a dear friend to the loved ones around her. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her world and her joy was in spending time with them. She was a strong minded, independent woman who was always willing to do things for the people she loved.
Pallbearers will be Cory Darby, Christopher Darby, Chris McCreless, Bo Terrell, Blair Darby, and Brent Darby.
Colbert Memorial is assisting the family.
An online registry may be viewed and signed at colbertmemorial.com
