Willie Lee Patrick Sr.

Willie Lee Patrick, Sr., son of Betty Mylar and Charlie Patrick, Sr., was born on March 11, 1941 in Chatham, Virginia. He peacefully departed this life on Tuesday September 11, 2018 surrounded by family and loved ones. He was affectionately known as “Pierre”. Willie received his early education in public schools throughout Halifax County, Virginia. Once relocating from Virginia, he resided in Newark, Delaware where he enjoyed attending functions at the Elks Lodge 349. He was employed with F. Shumacher & Company, for over 30 years, with various positions, beginning as a textile material operator and later becoming a manager. Willie enjoyed shopping, cooking for others, yard sales, collecting antiques, listening to music (especially his favorite James Brown), watching the Eagles, dancing, playing cards, gardening, couponing, car detailing, watching old western movies, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and family. Willie also enjoyed keeping up his appearance from head to toe, which he took much pride in, especially on Sundays before church service. Willie was very outspoken without hesitation to get his point across. But everyone who knew him, knew it was out of love, because he would always go out of his way to help others. He was a jack of all trades; he was always fixing and making things around the house. He will be remembered most for his inspirational praying. He was an active and dedicated member of Mount Salem U.A.M.E Church in Delaware City, Delaware holding various positions: Trustee, member of the Senior and Freshwings choirs, Usher and served on the Usher Board. Willie was preceded in death by his brother Charlie Patrick, Jr., grandson Willie J. Black, III (Wiggie), and cousin Elmancy Patrick. Willie leaves to cherish his memories, his devoted wife of 56 years, Julia Patrick; five children, Willie “Billy” Black (Yvonne), Melissa Britton-Patrick (Bruce), Anita Patrick, Willie Patrick, Jr. (Edwina) and Rhonda Patrick; nine grandchildren, Cheri Mosely (Troy), Karin Neal (Robert), A’sian Rochester, Alissa Rochester, Zachary Patrick, Charles Patrick, Warren Black, William Black, and Sabrina Nyandiba; eight great-grandchildren; devoted family members: Bob and Ruthann “Nippy” Little; and a host of other family and friends. Lovingly Submitted, The Family Put a smile on your face when you think of me. For that’s the image I want to be. I’ve tried to bring joy in someone’s life; To ease their burdens, worry, and strife. Remember the good times and the laughs we shared. Always knowing that someone cared. So I bid you farewell, as I take my place, To see my Master, face to face. To send flowers to the family of Willie Lee Patrick Sr., please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.

Willie Lee Patrick Sr.

March 11, 1941 - September 11, 2018