Patricia Ann Marchand

February 24, 1946 - June 27, 2021

02/24/1946 - 06/27/2021

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Memorial
Saturday July 10, 2021
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Southside Chapel
5033 Rouse Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 422-4000 | Directions

On Sunday, June 27, Patty peacefully passed on from this life surrounded by her loving family.
Patricia was born in 1946 to Dorothy Childs in Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Forever remaining a momma’s girl, raised to be an animal-loving, barefoot farm girl. Patty found every opportunity to bring stray critters into her home. Dogs, cats, and even ducks found refuge and care.
She met the love of her life, Bill, in 1970 at Fort Story Officers Club. Who would have thought he would become her dancing partner for the next 49 years.
Patty was protective, loved fiercely, and fought like a warrior. She was strong, smart, brave, beautiful, kind, and so very loved. Her laugh was infectious, with unwavering compassion for all people and animals. Her door was always open to anyone in need. She taught herself to repair, paint, and fix just about anything. Being known as the “Jill of all Trades”, every day was like an episode of Trading Spaces, surprising her husband with nearly finished DIY projects.
Her hobbies included cooking, baking rolls so light and fluffy they floated to the ceiling, and decorating.  She loved Christmas time and truly captured the magic of Christmas in transforming their home into a winter wonderland that even Mrs. Claus would envy.
Patty’s fire and strength will forever burn on through her daughters, Mechelle Bush and her wife Lynn Crowley, Aimee and husband Michael Bader, Sunny and husband James Hawkins, and Amber Armbrister.
Most of all, her love goes on through her favorite people, her grandchildren. She would tell you unabashedly that she loved them most of all. To the moon and back: Megan, Will, Emma, Honor, and River.
A memorial service in celebration of her life will be held on July 10, 2021, at 2 pm at Altmeyer Funeral Home Southside Chapel. A reception will follow at the Marchands’ home at 4 pm.
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Admin
2 years ago

Life Long Dance Partners

Admin
2 years ago

Birth of River – look at that smile.

Wayne and Kathy Moore
2 years ago

We are so very sorry to learn of your loss! Sending you and your family our love and care.

August and Candey Dettbarn
2 years ago

Bill, Candy and I are sorry to hear of the loss we greatly admired the care you showed for her when you were with us at committeee meetings.

Chris Bennett
2 years ago

Bill my friend,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Patty’s passing. Bob G. Let me know. I hope you are coping. You are blessed with a large family as a result of your lifetime together. I hope we can stay in touch. Hugs to you my good friend.
Sincerely,
Chris

Bob Gloudemans
2 years ago

Bill, so sorry to learn about Patty. I remember the good time we had at our house party at the IAAO Conference here in Phx in 2011. Knew right then that you found a fun partner and soulmate. Know that she will be forever with you and family (and of course cheering for the Packers from the best seat in the house). Your friend always, Bob

Larry Clark
2 years ago

Bill, I can’t imagine the loss of a spouse, but just know your IAAO friends are thinking about you.

Adrienne Brinkley
2 years ago

I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. May each of you find comfort, peace and healing in the Lord.

Mike Sconing
2 years ago

Aimee, my condolences to you and your family. I hope the memories of all the good times will provide comfort in this difficult time.

Wendel and Sharon Ingram
2 years ago

Bill, Sharon and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your daughters.
We pray that God will comfort you during this time. You and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Wendel