late Cora Bell Wilson and Hayward Sprinkle Patrick. He left this world to walk with his Lord on
December 9th, 2023 in Garner, NC at the age of 79.
Horace is preceded in the death by his parents, siblings, Margaret Stone, Betty Davis,
and the love of his life, his beautiful wife, Hilda Grey Williams Patrick. He is survived by his
loving children, James Cole (Treva), Tim Cole (Sherry), Thomas Patrick (Cathy), Margaret Goff
(David) and Richard Patrick (Tricia-Lynne) and his 18 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren,
plus many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
Horace married the only woman he ever loved, who supported him in his military life.
His life always included activities with Hilda, walking hand-in-hand, window shopping or
making dinners for his children’s families. Horace retired from the Army after 21 years of
service. He served 2 tours in Vietnam, deployed to South Korea and Germany. He was a father
figure to countless young soldiers and men. He enjoyed being around babies, making silly cat
noises. He also had a huge respect for senior citizens, making sure their needs were attended
to. He enjoyed being outdoors and feeding bread and seeds to the birds and squirrels each
day. Horace had a witty sense of humor and was entertained by westerns. Toward the end of
his life, he enjoyed interacting with the staff and residents at Foundation Senior Living in
Garner.
Graveside Service will be held December 29, 2023 at 11am at the Old Bluff Presbyterian
Cemetery, 4100 Old Bluff Church Road, Godwin, NC. 28344
There will be a reception following the grave side service at The Godwin Community Center,
7827 Royal St., Godwin, NC, 28344
Papa Horace wished for his family and friends to be comfortable and wear jeans to celebrate
his life.
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