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Patricia Irene “Pat” Suttle

Patricia Irene “Pat” Suttle, age 92, of Buckhannon, died Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Elkins Rehabilitation & Care Center.

She was born on November 28, 1931, in Weston, a daughter of the late Cecil and Effie Wolford Davis. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one daughter Kathy Rice.

She is survived by one son Jeff Suttle and wife Alicia of Brighton, MI; one daughter Jodi Suttle of French Creek; seven grandchildren, to whom she was lovingly known as G.R.: Heidi Rowan, Shad Rice, Holly Blatt, Erica Powers, Kasey Baisden, Kristy Anaya, and Kelsey Suttle; and 9 great-grandchildren.

Pat was a Methodist by faith. She was a registered nurse and retired from St. Joseph’s Hospital after many years. She enjoyed volunteering her time at the Parish House and the Salvation Army. Pat loved quilting, reading and spending time with her family.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 11 AM – 1 PM at Heavner and Cutright Funeral Chapel. Private interment will be made in Lewis County Memorial Park.

Online condolences may be extended to the Suttle family at www.heavnerandcutright.com. The Suttle family entrusted the Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service with the arrangements.

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