Juanita Patterson, 90, of Shelby, NC passed away peacefully in her home February 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was the daughter of the late Woody and Ella Mae Lankford. Juanita will be remembered for her dedication and love of her family, her ability to make others laugh, and her natural ability to make conversation with anyone. Juanita had a fondness for the outdoors and spent many hours in her flower gardens, she was the keeper of the bread ties, and the heart of our family.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Brenda Black, brothers, Bob Lankford, Dick Lankford, Joe Lankford, Buddy Lankford, and Mike Lankford.

Those left to cherish her memories are her loving husband of 72 years, Louis Patterson, sons; Gary (Debbie) of Myrtle Beach, Steve (Pam) of Ellenboro, Tim (Tina) of Belmont, and daughter, June Hersek (Rocky) of Shelby, sister, Jenelle Puckett (Ronald) of Weddington, brother Johnny Lankford (Joanne) of Shelby, 9 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her honor to Wendover Hospice 953 Wendover Heights Dr. Shelby, NC 28150 or Royster Avenue Church of God Shelby 504 Royster Ave, Shelby, NC 28150

Celebration of Life will be held at Royster Avenue Church of God in Shelby Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 2:00PM followed by a receiving of friends at 3:00PM with light refreshments.

Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.