Born and raised in Tampa, she attended Roosevelt Elementary, Wilson Junior High, and Plant High School. She graduated from the University of Florida where she was a member of Chi Omega sorority. After graduating, she taught school in Hillsborough County for more than 25 years. She was a lifelong member of Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church where she served as a member of the choir, Sunday school teacher, and elder.
Patricia was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, John Frederic King. She is survived by her daughters Leslie Griffin (and husband Frank), Kathy Castro (and husband David), son James (and wife Tanya), grandchildren Bryan Griffin and Jillian Guilliams (and husband Devin), Kelsey and Samuel King, Jack and Anna Castro, sister Laura Dasher of Valdosta, Georgia, and great-granddaughters Laura and Lillibeth Guilliams.
A memorial service to honor her life will be held at Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church on June 7th, 2024 at 2:00PM. A reception will follow in Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church or Lifepath Hospice.
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