Patricia Ann Blackman

Patricia Blackman, 75, of Montgomery, AL, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on Friday, December 8, 2017. She was born on January 1, 1942, in Roswell, New Mexico to Rocco Muscato, and Jane Pirkle Muscato.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lt. Col. Daniel A. Blackman, and her sister, Alice Beagan. She is survived by four children, N. Tracy Nickson, Susan Brown, Jaymie Pappanastos (Ed), Marianne Blackman; seven grandchildren, Ben, Katie, Kelly, Sally, Loren, Joey and Zack; five great grandchildren; and her devoted friend and companion, Richard Ellington.

Patricia traveled extensively as a military wife. She was an active member of the Officers’ Wives Club, sharing her talents of decorating, cooking, and entertaining. Her passions included spending time with family and friends, dancing, traveling, and nurturing her beautiful garden.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 16, 2017, followed by a reception.