Patricia L. Rhea

Patricia L. Rhea, age 80 of Maryville, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2020 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Patricia was of the Baptist faith, was retired from the Blount County School System, and was an active member of the Eastern Star for many years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Rhea; step-son, Larry Rhea; Sister, Mildred Stakely. Patricia is survived by her Son, Barry Rhea; Step-daughter, Marilyn Gladden and spouse, Dwight; Many Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, Nieces, and Nephews; Brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim and Susan Cline, and David and Rhonda Cline; Sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Etta and Neil Miller, Jane and Fred McNabb, and brother-in-law, Bennett Stakely. A private entombment service will be held for the family at Grandview Mausoleum and Cemetery with Rev. Ben Ward officiating. Condolences and special memories may be shared through Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Patricia L. Rhea please visit our Sympathy Store.