Cecelia Patten

Cecelia Patten, 72, of Whiteriver entered into eternal rest January 7, 2020 surrounded by her

loved ones in Tucson, AZ.

She was a beloved member of the East Fork Miracle Church and a

devout Choir leader for 18 years. She recorded three gospel albums and will be remembered

most for her inspirational song “Swimming in the River”. She worked for Sunrise Ski Resort as a

Chef and Housekeeping services for 20+ years. She was an artist as a seamstress, quilter,

basket weaving and bead work and enjoyed raising chickens in her backyard.

She is survived by the love of her life: husband, Provencio Patten; her sisters: she loved dearly, Elizabeth Declay and Ida Lou Little; grand children, her pride and joy: Shanyce, Kenneth Jr., Khalia, Matthew, Kameron; great grand children, she cherished and adored: Rayshawn, James, Kennah, Kendall, Avalene, Alianna, Ameron and Kameron Jr., 3 god daughters: Leanne, Shinara, Jenna, as well as

nephews, nieces, their children and grandchildren, plus many extended family and friends. She

spent her last days writing the scripture to Psalm 23 “The Lord is my Sheperd”. She had a

generous soul and had a great sense of humor. She brought joy and laughter and endless

amount of love for her family and friends. She will be missed dearly and forever in our hearts.

She is preceded in death by her mother: Grace Edwards; son: Kenneth Patten Sr.; sister:

Arminda Declay; nephew: Terrel Nastivar.

A two night wake will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at her residence in 5302

East Fork Rd. Funeral will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 1:00 pm at the East Fork

Grace of God Church. Interment at Mission View Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Banner University Medical Center Tucson for their

compassion, care and support throughout this journey. In addition, we would like to thank our

families and dear friends for their love and comfort during this time of heartbreak and grief. We

are forever grateful.