With faith in God's promise of eternal life, we announce the passing of Patricia Ann DeMott who entered into the presence of the Lord on October 23rd at the age of 85. Born on November 16th, 1940 in Belding, Michigan, Patricia was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ whose life reflected faith, compassion, and service to others. She was the beloved child of Melva & Gerald Comer and grew up in Flint, Michigan, where at the age of 7 she felt presence of God come over her and she knew that from that time on was chosen by the Lord. Which remained with her until she finally met Jesus. She Married the Love of her life on July 5th, 1958 at Redeemer Lutheran church in Flint, Michigan and spent the next 68 years growing in faith, Volunteering at various capacities in the Redeemer and Trinity Lutheran church, building a family, traveling the world, motor homing across the United States and Canada. She had many jobs during her lifetime besides wife and mother. She was hard working and held many jobs. In her early years she worked at Kroger as a cashier, she also did ironing for 10 cents apiece (clothing). She worked at Citizens bank as executive assistant. She worked part time at H&R Block and at their own tax business with her husband. In 1969 she started working at General Motors Institute Marketing and education until 1988, She transferred AC spark plug and worked as an administrative assistant in Engineering until she retired in 1992. She he retired before her husband; she worked for many secretarial jobs and volunteered as a Coastguard Auxiliary in Florida. Patricia faithfully served as a member of Central Baptist Church since 2007, finding great joy in worship, fellowship, and helping those in need. She was known for her kindness, generosity, unwavering faith, and loving spirit. Through both joyful and challenging times, she trusted in God's guidance and shared that hope with family and friends. Patricia had a sense of Humor like her mother and often made her friends and family laugh, sometimes to complete strangers. She is survived by: • Beloved Husband Darrel Lee DeMott of 68 years • Daughter Cheryl Ann Weston (James), Son Gerald Lee DeMott (Christine) • Grand Daughter Kristina Louise Weston, Grandson Nathan James Lee Weston, Grand Daughter Mallory Marie Mikolay (John), Grandson Matthew Lee DeMott (Kalera) • Great Grandson Levi Daniel Weston, Great granddaughters Riley Marie & Ruby Grace Mikolay, Great Grandson Isaac Lee DeMott She was preceded in death by: • Her Mother Melva Louise Blair, Father Gerald D Comer • Her Sister Marilyn Smith. While we mourn our loss, we take comfort in the words of Scripture that Patricia & Darrel loved "But they that wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not be faint" Isaiah 40:31 ESV A celebration of her life and faith will be held on October 30th, 2026 at Central Baptist church. Located at 1346 S Main Street Crossville, TN 38555. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance and thanksgiving for a life well lived at 10 am(viewing) and 11 am(service) Interment will follow on Monday at Washington Township Collier Cemetery in Michigan on Monday November 2nd at 12 pm. Here is the link Cemeteries - Washington Township In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church, Crossville, TN Here is the link(Give), Toy Store is the designated fund that Patricia liked. Though absent from our sight, Patricia is now at home with the Lord and will remain forever in our hearts. "Well done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:23 “Absent from the body, present with the Lord” II Corinthians 5:8

The family would like to give special thanks to Hospice of Tennessee and Affordable Assist for all the special care given.