Birth date: Dec 26, 1927 Death date: Dec 22, 2010
COLQUITT, CARLENE PATTERSON born December 26, 1927 and passed away December 22, 2010. Carlene is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Colquitt. She is survived by sisters, Olga Gentry of Arlington, TX, Shirley Valentine and husb Read Obituary
Sue, Carla, and family: Bill and I are so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. Thank you for letting us know about her homegoing and we are so sorry we were unable to attend her memorial service and see you. Carlene was a lovely lady and friend, and she always had a sweet smile for everyone. Bill and I attended Pleasant Terrace Baptist with her.
"Memaw," the name I gave to her when I was a little girl over 30 years ago, and whom many others came to call her and know her by as time passed, was a very strong-willed woman who loved her Lord and her family. She always loved receiving my phone calls, letters, and the numerous pictures of me and my daughters (Gwenyth, age 4, and Keevi, age 2) that I mailed to her. When I remember Memaw, I recall many of the times I spent the afternoons after school with her while my parents worked. I remember the times I rode in the back of the big green van sitting on a paint can as Granddad drove Memaw and me around. I remember the many, many times I listened and danced to Charlie Pride playing on the record player in her dining room. And I'll never forget that white Christmas tree with the silver icicles that she put up every year in her house for the longest time. I remember the long walks we'd take to the park, often with the other children Memaw babysat. I remember so many of the times I played in her back yard swinging on the swings, hunting Easter eggs, playing with her shaggy black dog named Charlie, and even running out to the corner of the back fence to look at the fake flowers she had planted in the old white toilet sitting out there. *smile* Then there was the Grayhound bus trip (which was my very first bus trip ever) that just she and I took together to visit one of her sisters ("Auntie Pat"). Memaw was always part of my birthday parties, school and church programs, graduations, and wedding. She always made it a point to call me on special days and/or send some sort of gift in the mail, or have someone else do it for her when she was no longer able to do it herself due to age and illness. She did the same for my girls, as well as for her other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She made sure that we knew she loved and cared for us in her own special ways. Memaw had many happy years with us. The visitation at Restland last night (Sunday, December 26th) occurred on what would have been her 83rd birthday. These last few years took their toll on her at times as she battled poor health, illness, and hospitalization. No longer is she suffering. Memaw was my last living grandparent, as I've already attended my maternal grandmother's and both grandfathers' funerals over the years. I know I speak for all of the family when I say that Memaw will be greatly missed. We love you, Memaw!!!
I have so many wonderful memories of Mrs. Colquitt. She & my Mom, Lucille Walker, were best of buddies when I was a little girl. Sue & I were best friends and my sister, Melva was best friends with Carla. My Mom & Mrs. Colquitt did everything together…PTA, Camp Fire Girls, shopping, watching baseball, etc. Mrs. Colquitt was a great influence in my life and she will always have a special place in my heart. James, Sue & Carla I am sorry for your loss. I pray for your comfort and peace at this time. May God Bless! Debbie Walker
I remember Ms Colquitt from may years ago @ Pleasant Terrace plus my siblings and I attended school with her children. My previous M-I-Law (Grace Williams) was always talking about places that the two of them would go together including many church functions. My thoughts are with the family during this time.
Sweet Carlene was always in the nursery of PTBC to care for our two (now grown) children. How the love Our Lord shone thru her! We were blessed to count her among our precious friends.
Carlene was my sons babysitter when they were young. She put up with a lot from a first time mom (me) and my anxious ways, always reassuring me. My sons are now 24 and 26. The oldest, Paul, remembers what a big Ranger fan she was and even remembers her going to games with us. He says he is glad she got to see her beloved Rangers play in a World Series after supporting them for so long during their struggling years. Having known her for many years before I became a mom and growing up with her girls, I know what a truly wonderful person she was. I remember her as President of the PTA when they dressed up and wore hats for meetings and as a volunteer during elections. She will be missed. My prayers are with you.
Carlene will be missed at our church. Se lways had a smile that would light up the room. I wish the family the best during tis difficult time
I only had the privelige of meeting Carline once. But that was enough to convince me that she was the original Southern Belle -so mild mannered but made of steel. True Grit indeed. God bless you.
