Patricia Alice

Hatfield

Patricia Alice Jezek-Hatfield, Sunrise: May 9, 1941 - Sunset: March 22, 2024

In Loving Memory of Patricia Jezek Hatfield

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Alice Jezek Hatfield (Pat), devoted Wife, loving Mother, Grandmother (Mamaw, Gamaw, Grandma) cherished Sister, Aunt, Friend, and the kindest, most selfless person we have ever known.  After a valiant fight against a chronic and unyielding disease, she peacefully departed this world on March 22, 2024, to join her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ in paradise where she was reunited with her loving husband and soulmate of 60 years (Autry), precious daughter (Rene') and many beloved family members and friends.  She was 82 years old.

Born in Houston, Texas on May 9, 1941, Pat was the oldest of two amazing children, born to Marvin Jezek and Mary (McCasland) Jezek.  Although their marriage was not as permanent as originally intended, both Marvin and Mary remained friends, worked diligently together to lovingly co-parent their children, and both went on to find love again through which Pat was blessed with four more siblings broadening her role as doting sister to four wonderful brothers, Bill, James, Joe, and Travis and one beautiful little sister, Kathy.

On May 25, 1963, Pat married the love of her life, Autry Hatfield, and not only said "I do" to Autry, but to his two young daughters, Rene' and Sheri as well.  A few years later, the two welcomed first one baby boy, Ted (Autry Lee Hatfield Jr.), and then another, Tim, and their family was complete.  Pat and Autry shared a love that fairytales are made of.  They stood beside each other through thick and thin, even working side by side for many years, and remained very much in love for over six decades.  They shared life experiences, good and bad, loved each other's company, and still celebrated their union with the little things like holding hands while watching a favorite movie, or showing us all how the two-step should be done anytime their favorite song came on.  Pat was so easy to love and although the quieter of the two, she was fiercely protective of Autry and her children, inspired them to reach for the stars, loved them without limit, and was forever the wind beneath their wings.  True to form, where you saw Autry, you could rest assured that if Pat wasn't beside him, she wasn't far behind, and although we would have loved to have her here with us for many years to come, with Autry's passing in February, it is not surprising that God's great plan was to call Pat home to Heaven soon after.  Afterall, Pat was "his girl" and they are together once more!!

Being a Mother came naturally to Pat.  She was a brilliant listener, a sensationally skillful healer of all wounds, physical and emotional, was perpetually at the ready to provide a warm hug, a gentle smile or eloquent words of praise for a job well done, and could always find just the right words to make you believe that you could accomplish even your wildest of dreams.  Simply put, as a Mom, she was exquisite in every sense of the word!!

In truth, for all who knew her, Pat was the personification of unconditional love, support and devotion to her family and friends, and she effortlessly demonstrated the very essence of compassion, faith, kindness, loyalty, generosity, resilience, and perseverance in all that she did.  To know her was to love her, and she was not only loved dearly by her own parents and siblings but was also adored by her mother and father-in-law and brothers and sisters-in law as well.

Pat was a gifted cosmetologist, a phenomenal seamstress, masterful in all things crafting, and a wonderful cook and baker.  As a matter of fact, when she and Autry owned and operated their BBQ restaurant in East Texas, Pat's homemade potato salad, coleslaw, chess and coconut pies were legendary and sought after from far and wide.  Her love language was sharing her talents with others whether it be sewing beautiful clothes for her children; creating home décor for others that was always just the right color and style to perfectly fit the recipient's preferences; preparing delicious cookies, cakes, pies and candy…she knew everyone's favorites…to make celebrations with family and friends even sweeter, and/or serving lovingly prepared meals that brought people together and provided so much joy and comfort to others.  Giving of herself was one of Pat's endearing charms and she always gave from her heart with no strings attached.

She leaves behind cherished memories that will forever warm our hearts and brighten our days as we remember fondly her infectious laugh, sweet spirit, quick wit, endless encouragement, and unwavering dedication to her husband, her children, family, and friends.  As she left this world to walk through Heaven's gate, we know beyond a doubt, she rejoiced in joining the Angels in singing "It is Well With My Soul".

Pat is survived by her 3 loving children, Sheri, Ted, and Tim Hatfield (Leslie); 9 Grandchildren, Sterling Underwood (Maddie), Ashley Wakefield Smith (David), Savannah and Skylar Brownlow, Nolan Hatfield (Grace), Haley Hatfield Sharp (Jacob), Allison, Bethany and Conner Hatfield (Shelby); 3 Great Grandchildren, Joshua DelLacer, Danika Smith, Judah James Sharp and 1 Great Great Grandchild, Kinsley DelLacer; Brothers, Bill (Cathy) and James Jezek (Kay), Travis Bailey (Rhonda) and Sister, Kathy Jezek Williams (Kenny).  Survivors also include Brothers-in-law Delton (Jackie) and Danny Hatfield (Yvonne); Sisters-in-law Carolyn Hatfield Roberts, Annette Hatfield Garner (Ronnie), Diane Hatfield DuPree (Ronnie), and numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

She is preceded in death by husband, Autry Lee Hatfield Sr., daughter Pamela Rene' Hatfield Underwood; Parents, Marvin and Gertrude Jezek and Mary Bailey, Brother Joe Bailey, Brothers-in-law James and Wayne Hatfield, beloved Aunt May McCasland Engelhardt, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, extended family, and friends.

Sincerest thanks to the many care providers at The BeeHive Homes of Frisco, Texas and VNA Hospice Care, Visiting Nurses Association of Texas for the quality and compassionate care provided during Pat's courageous battle.  Special thanks to Leslie Sang for loving our mother and going above and beyond to care for her during her time of need.

We invite you to join us in a celebration of Patricia Hatfield's wonderful life on Saturday, April 13, 2024, 2:00p at White Oak Grove Baptist Church, 314 Hwy 332 E, Hope (Deann), Arkansas with Pastor John Nations officiating.

We also invite you to express your public condolences at www.herndonfuquafuneralhomes.com or private Letters of Love at www.herndonfuquafuneralhomes.com/page/letters-of-love.