Patricia Lois Wilson Schott

Franklin, NC - Patricia Lois Wilson Schott, age 68, of Belle Dowdle Rd., Franklin, NC died Friday, April 15, 2011 at her residence. Born in Stearns, KY, she was the daughter of the late Doyle James and Grace Waters Wilson. She was married to Ronald Martin Schott for forty-seven years. Patricia was a perpetual volunteer, giving her time to Food for the Poor; participated in a Christian music ministry; was active in her home church, Advent Lutheran in Boca Raton, FL, and was a longtime Girl Scout troop leader and regional director. She was an associate member of 25th NC Infantry Regiment Civil War reenactors; an avid gardener; artist and writer.

In addition to her husband, Patricia is survived by two daughters, Laura Beth and Julie Anne Schott, both of Franklin, NC, one granddaughter, Elizabeth Ashley Schott and a grandson, due this spring. She is also survived by a special group of friends known as "Framily" along with several beloved pets.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 3:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Jeffry Reynolds officiating. Burial will be in Rush Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 pm, one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. Following the interment, a reception will be held at the Schott residence 718 Belle Dowdle Rd. in Franklin.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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