Patricia Jane Culross, age 74, passed away on November 29, 2017 after a long illness. She was born June 30, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late John and Ethel Dotson.
Patricia is survived by her daughters Judith Welsh and Sherri (Luis) Rivera, “first husband, and father of her children, James Welsh,” her sisters Peggy Brown and Julie Miller, her brothers John (Debra) Dotson, Donald Dotson, Dennis (Betty) Dotson, and Robert Dotson, her five grandchildren Daniel Welsh, Jessica McHugh, Fernando Rivera, Ashley Rivera, and Sarah Rivera, her five great grandchildren and one on the way are Emily, Seth, Breanna, Braden, Jaycee, and one to be born in May. She also has many nieces and nephews. Patricia is preceded in death by her son James Willard Welsh Jr., parents John and Ethel Dotson, siblings Judith Roemer, Betty Moore, Lacy Roberts, and Larry Dotson.
Patricia had many talents that included sewing, cross stitch, and cake baking. She was very intelligent and liked to exercise her mind with cross words. The sea was a comforting place for Patricia so trips to the beach, where she developed a love for collecting seashells, were a favorite past time of hers. Another one of her many talents included being handy with tools and fixing things around the house. This earned her the nick name “Handy Manny.”
We will never forget your beauty, both inside and out. You exuded warmth and kindness to others in all situations. Your giving and selfless nature never went unnoticed. We will miss your intellect that provided us with much needed wisdom many times throughout our lives. We were truly blessed to have you as our mom and grandma and you will be missed by all.
Tonna Hartsock says
Julie and family. Again..,sorry for your loss. So glad you got to spend time with Patti and few weeks ago. A memory to hang on to forever. Love you ❤️
Erin West says
Wish I got to know aunt Patti better. My prayers are with her kids and grandkids.
James and Doreen says
She was very beautiful, Judy, we are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you the strength to see you through this difficult time. We love you, and have you in our prayers.
Jacqueline says
I’m so sorry for Patricia’s passing she is gone,but not forgotten, a wife/mother/grandmother/greatgrandmother/aunt/and a good neighbor. I know that dealing with the loss of someone that you loved can be difficult and painful, but God promises that soon all sadness,pain, sickness and even death will be done away with forever. ( Revelation 21:4) My you all have comfort. With Sympathy,
Pauline Hodgepp says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Pat I always loved her dearly like a sister. She was a beautiful person inside and out and will be missed by all. R.I.P. until we meet again.
Pauline Hodge says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Pat I always loved her dearly like a sister. She was a beautiful person inside and out and will be missed by all. R.I.P. until we meet again.
jerry cook says
Will always love you.
jerry cook says
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Still love the woman I married