Iris Jannett Patterson

Iris Jannett Patterson, of Houlka, passed away on December 9, 2024, at the age of 85. She was born on June 26, 1939, in Marks, Mississippi, and spent her life spreading joy and love throughout her community.

Iris was a dedicated member of Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church, where she shared her musical talents by playing the piano for worship services. Her passion for music was matched only by her love for crafts. She took great delight in crocheting and quilting, creating beautiful pieces that brought comfort and warmth to her family and friends.

Iris is survived by her son, Scott Patterson, and his wife, Phyllis of Houlka, MS; her daughter, Sonya, and husband, Jeff  Stout of Pontotoc, MS; and her cherished grandchildren, Kara Lambert and Jessica Tienda. She also leaves behind a legacy of joy and laughter with her great-grandchildren: Allie, Caroline, Riley, Milo, Dhalia, Jami, Barrett, and Aubreigh.

Iris’s life will be celebrated with a public viewing on December 13, 2024, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Parker Memorial Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow on December 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Parker Memorial Funeral Home with Bro. Sam Yarbrough and Bro. James Taylor officiating. She will be laid to rest in Poplar Springs Cemetery. Bobby Brown, Brent Foster, Chris Foster, Rick Foster, Paul Patterson and Andrew Snellings will serve as Pallbearers with Stan Mize, Keith Snellings and Pete Weldon serving as Honorary Pallbearers.

As we gather to remember Iris, we reflect on the love and kindness she shared with all who knew her. She will be profoundly missed but fondly remembered by her family, friends, and church community.

Iris was preceded in death by her husband; Emmett Patterson, father, James Bowles, mother, Maude Bowles, sons, Dean Patterson, and Billy Van Patterson, brothers, Merrill Bowles and Jerrell Bowles.

Parker Memorial Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Patterson family during this time of loss and sadness.