Patricia Matthews
June 23, 1958 - May 24, 2010
Patricia "Tricia" Matthews passed away May 24, 2010 due to injuries sustained in a fall at her home. She was hospitalized for several weeks and endured three major surgeries in an heroic attempt to save her life, but the injuries proved too great to overcome. Fortunately, she regained intermittent consciousness several times after her surgeries and we were able to briefly communicate with her, for which we are grateful. Tricia lived her life quietly and preferred anonymity over publicity. Known for her quick wit, vivid sense of humor, and love for exotic and unusual foods, Tricia clearly danced to the beat of her own drum. She was opinionated and outspoken on issues of the day, but extended great warmth and heartfelt compassion to family, friends, and her pets. Tricia's expressed desire was to be cremated and laid to rest in a private family ceremony. It is with a deep sense of sadness and loss that we said goodbye to Tricia at such a young age. We will miss her very much and know she will rest in peace with the knowledge that we and others loved her for who she was and always will be in our hearts.
Written by Jeff and Mike Matthews
What a bright,sweet, very fun and funny gal Patricia was! We didn't know each other well in junior high or high school but we did hang out some and we became friends. After I graduated from Auburn and moved to Birmingham to work, I scheduled an appointment to get my eyes checked at UAB. Lo and behold the person to assist me was none other than Patricia! It was so nice reconnecting with her! Unfortunately, I moved not too long after we had reconnected so we lost touch. But what a lovely person she was! I'm very saddened to hear about her death. She knew me as "Pam" Jackson,by the way.
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