WENDY LEE PATTERSON

SALISBURY — Wendy Lee Patterson, age 57, passed peacefully, on March 29, 2024, following a bout with cancer.

Wendy was born in Brattleboro on June 21, 1966. She was the daughter of Arthur and Phyllis (Billings) Kennett. She grew up in the Brattleboro-Springfield area where she received her early education. She graduated from Springfield High School. She began her working career as a waitress at Mr. G’s Restaurant in Ascutney. She and her husband moved to Salisbury in 2017. She worked as a cashier at Hannaford’s in Middlebury for several years. She enjoyed fishing, cooking and baking, especially cakes, and she loved animals.

She is survived by her husband, Earl A. Patterson Jr.; a daughter, Crystal Patterson; a son, Earl A. Patterson III; three step-daughters, Kaylee, Kristi and Melissa; and one brother, Arthur Kennett Jr. Eleven grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive her. She was predeceased by her parents and a brother, Raymond Lynds.

Respecting her wishes the funeral service will be private.

Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made to Addison County Humane Society, 234 Boardman St., Middlebury, VT 05753.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Miller & Ketcham Funeral Home in Brandon. ◊