Patricia Poole Searcy, 77, formerly of Goodlettsville passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020 in Gatlinburg, TN. Born April 29, 1943 in Portland, TN, she was the daughter of the late Walter Clyde Poole and Lillie Vanatta Poole. Patricia was also preceded in death by her husband, Stanley W. Searcy; a son, Todd A. Searcy; her mother-in-law, Lorene Searcy; and her father-in-law, Earl Searcy. Patricia was raised and educated in Portland, TN where she graduated from Portland High School. She had worked as a secretary for her late husband at Performance Fabricators. She loved to cook and sew. In her free-time she enjoyed traveling; particularly to the Smoky Mountains and Hawaii. She was dedicated to her family and loved ones, and especially loved her family’s holiday gatherings and other visits. Patricia is survived by her son, Kevin W. Searcy; sisters Charlotte Walker, and Debbie (Tommy) Jernigan; daughter-in-law, Angela Searcy; sister-in-law, Janet Jones; brother-in-law, Gene Jones; nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Monday from 4 to 7 PM and Tuesday from 10 to 11 AM at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville, TN. A celebration of life service will be held at the funeral home, Tuesday at 11 AM followed by interment at Beech Cemetery, Hendersonville.
Patricia Poole Searcy

Born in Portland, TN on April 29, 1943
Departed on December 22, 2020 and resided in Goodlettsville, TN
- Visitation: Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Room: Stateroom
- Monday December 28, 2020 4:00pm to 7:00pm
- Tuesday December 29, 2020 10:00am to 11:00am
- Life Celebration Service: Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Room: Chapel
- Tuesday December 29, 2020 11:00am to 12:00pm
Click on the links above for maps and directions. View current weather.
December 28, 2020 12:48 am
So sorry for your loss. I remember all the fun times we had at all the family reunions. Prayers to the family.
December 29, 2020 9:11 pm
Kevin, so very sorry to learn of your Mothers passing. Wish I had learned of this sooner. She was a very dear friend. Prayers for you and the other family members
December 29, 2020 10:14 pm
My deepest condolences to the family. I have fond memories of Stanley and Patricia. Jackie Payne (class of 61, SCHS.
December 29, 2020 10:30 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with Patricia’s family. She was a quiet, sweet and friendly classmate. She was an honor student. She always had a smile for everyone. I am so very sorry for your loss.
December 29, 2020 10:50 pm
I wish to extend my sympathy to Patricia’s family. She was always so nice to everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 30, 2020 6:58 am
So sorry s neighbor growing up. Plus school mate. To family you know his but a great person in every way
January 9, 2021 7:20 pm
I’m saddened to learn of Patricia’s passing. While I haven’t known her in recent years, I have wonderful memories of her when we were young, especially at Mt. Pleasant. I also remember her precious Mother and Daddy. They were special people. All the family will be remembered in my prayers.