Patricia "Pat" Smith Statum

Pat was born October 23, 1941, in South Carolina to Buster and Mary Robinson Smith.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brother in laws Wade Menefee and Tim Carter; sister-in-law Annette Smith.

Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Randall Statum; son Troy Statum (Patti) ; daughter Mitzi Faulkner (Bill) ; brother Carey Smith, sisters Faye Menefee, Mary Frances Carter, and Betty Sue Bryant (Gerald) ; grandchildren Bodie Statum (Jeanne) and Montana Abel (Chase); and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Statum enjoyed singing, casting a line while fishing, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren whom she adored. She was always ready to indulge in a bowl of ice cream. She was a member of Bethel Church of Christ. Pat’s happy place was spending time on the beach.

Visitation will be held Thursday, December 19, 2024, at McConnell Funeral Home from 12:00-1:30 pm. A service in her honor will follow at 1:30 pm with Brother Jimmy Clark officiating. Burial to follow in Roselawn Cemetery.