Patricia, a proud "South-Sider," graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School, Class of 1966. Always a dedicated professional, she had a passion for secretarial work, with a career spanning various roles, including her time at GE and KCS Abstract, from which she retired at age 62.
Patricia married the love of her life, Larry "Buck" Buchanan on October 2, 1971. They spent nearly 50 years sharing a beautiful life together until his death on July 30, 2021. Together they raised two children and cherished three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Above all else, Patricia was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Patricia had a lively personality and always lived life to the fullest. She spent recent years gallivanting with her cousin Angel and participating in activities at the senior club.
Patricia also enjoyed traveling. She liked to spend winters in Arizona with her brother, Chuckie, and frequently visited her lifelong best friend, Susan, in New Jersey, and her in-laws in Alabama. Her daughter, Jaclyn, with whom she shared a special relationship, often took her on adventures, too; whether seeing a show, savoring dinners out, or taking shopping trips, they were always out on the town.
Their most recent journey together was to New Mexico to celebrate Patricia's granddaughter Alyssa's graduation from the University of New Mexico. Patricia was particularly fond of cruising with friends and family, and she cherished the memories created over shared gl.
