Patricia Ann Cross Seals passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, at Integris Baptist Hospice House in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Patricia was born on September 28, 1928, in Ratliff City, Oklahoma. She was the third child born into the family of Oscar and Thelma Cross. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Joanna (Francis) Thomas, and brothers Buster (Buck), Victor, Perry, and Terry Cross.
Patricia graduated in 1946 from Burrows High School, located in Stephens County, Oklahoma. And, May 17, 1947, she married Doc "Dugie" Cole Jr. of Pernell, Oklahoma. Eventually, they purchased a farm near Tussy, Oklahoma, where they lived for 39 years until Dugie's death in 1986. Eleven years later, Patricia married Kenneth Seals of Fox, Oklahoma, where they lived until his passing in 2005.
As a woman of strong Christian faith, Patricia was a devoted member of Midway Baptist Church in Tussy, Oklahoma, where she was a pianist for many years. She also played the mandolin and was a member of a gospel trio who performed in churches throughout the area.
She had many passions, including cooking, baking, crocheting, reading, bookkeeping, and gardening. Her kitchen was always filled with warmth and the aroma of her homemade chocolate layer cakes, pecan pies, yeast rolls, and peanut brittle. Yes, family and friends always enjoyed her various treats.
In addition, Patricia worked several years as a clerk for the United States Postal Service in Tussy and Hennepin, Oklahoma. However, her greatest role was as a homemaker and caretaker for those she loved. She was always ready to lend a helping hand.
Patricia is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Dianna & Brian Bullard of West Nyack, New York; Grandson, Brian Taylor Bullard & wife, Alyssa of Charlotte, NC; Step-daughter & husband, Brenda & John Brown of Norman, OK, and their families; Brother, Richard (Dick) Cross of Madill, OK; Sisters, Linda Tallant of Cove, AK and Marquitta Cross of Pryor, OK. Additionally, she is loved by many nieces and nephews who lovingly call her "Aunt Chicken!"
Patricia's kindness, unwavering faith and generous spirit will be deeply missed. However, her legacy of love and devotion to family and friends will live on in the hearts of all who knew her!
A celebration of Patricia's life will be held on March 14, 2025, 1:00 P.M. at and under the direction of Wooster Funeral Home in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. If you would like to send your condolences to the family, you may do so at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com