Gloria Jean Patterson, 74, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in WVU Medicine – JW Ruby Memorial Hospital.
She was born January 27, 1951, in McMinnville, Tenn., a daughter of Martha Martin, who survives her in Morgantown, and the late Robert Patterson.
In addition to her mother, Gloria is survived by her siblings: Bonnie Carter and her siblings, Jerry Steakley and Tiffany Reed, whom Gloria was very close to, of Lebanon, Tenn.; Larry Patterson and wife Cathy of Independence; and Robert Patterson of Morgantown; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her sister, Joan Steakley.
At the request of the family, there will be no formal services, and Gloria will be cremated.
Smith Funeral & Cremation Care of Westover (304-292-9494) is providing compassionate professional services to the family.
Condolences and other gifts of comfort may be offered to the family at www.smithfcc.com
