Patricia “Patti” Ann Foulkes passed away on June 5, 2024. It was a sudden and unexpected loss.

Born in New York City on November 23, 1962, the daughter of Arthur and Ann (nee Cottingham) Foulkes, and the third of seven children. Patti grew up in Plainview, Long Island, and attended Our Lady of Mercy Academy. She graduated from SUNY Oneonta in 1984 with a degree in Early Childhood Education and devoted her life to caring for children both as a teacher and a childcare provider. Patti lived in Florida before settling in her adopted hometown of Crossville, Tennessee.

Patti is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her siblings Matthew, Michael (Elizabeth), William (Helena), Mary Ellen, James (Lisa), and Thomas (Sara), many nieces and nephews, aunts, and uncles.

Patti had a one-of-a-kind personality and took over every room she entered. Her sense of humor and infectious laugh kept everyone on their toes. She leaves behind not only her own family, but so many friends who considered her their favorite sister, aunt, or mom! Patti will be so incredibly missed.

It was Patti’s wish to be cremated without a service. We are respecting her wishes. Please keep her in your prayers. May she rest in peace.