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Mrs. Patricia “Pat” Diane Venable Williams

1/21/1954 - 3/19/2026

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Obituary For Mrs. Patricia “Pat” Diane Venable Williams

Mrs. Patricia “Pat” Diane Venable Williams went to be with the Lord peacefully Thursday, March 19, 2026 at home after a long illness.

Pat was born January 21, 1954 in Beckley, WV, she was the daughter of the late Herman Ulysses and Daisy Lester Venable Sr.

Pat was raised and lived in NY. She returned to WV to complete higher education.

Pat attended Concord University, Athens, WV, completing her degree, including her Master’s in Social Work.

Pat was employed with several County Agencies, including Raleigh, Fayette and Mercer Counties (FMRS); worked at Presley Ridge Foster Care traveling between Beckley and Clarksburg; the Department of Health and Human Resources Raleigh County; and retired from Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital as Social Worker and Patient Advocate after many years of dedicated service.

Pat was also a dedicated member of Heart of God Ministries, where she wore many hats. She served on the “Food for Body and Soul Food Pantry” Committee; served as Assistant Secretary for the “Women of Excellence” Committee; Soul to Soul Ministry; Greeters Ministry; Health and Wellness Ministry; Community Service, Heart of God Ministries Back to School Community Event; Relay for Life; and participated in the church wherever needed. She was committed to sharing The Gospel of Jesus Christ to promote spiritual unity to everyone.

Pat formed the first Alzheimer’s Association Chapter in Beckley, WV after the loss of her father to Alzheimer’s in 1989.

Pat was instrumental in organizing The Southern West Virginia Multicultural Museum and Community Center in East Park, Beckley: a safe place where children and adults can go to fellowship, get food, become aware of neighborhood activities, participate in various educational activities and programs.

Pat, in addition to her parents, was preceded in death by two sisters, Ernestine and Maxine Venable; and nephews, Christopher Chandler and J.C. Venable.

Pat leaves to cherish precious memories her loving husband, Bradley “Jimmy” Williams; son, Kenneth Venable of Beckley, WV; daughter, Schawanna Venable of Beckley, WV; brother, Herman “June” Venable, Jr. of Beckley, WV; five grandchildren, Joseph “Josh” Stewart, Richard “Ricky” Maniece, Jason Maniece, Jasmin Maniece, and K’lia Henry Venable; several great grandchildren; first cousins, Brenda, Vernee’ and Lorraine (Michael), all of CA, Walter of NY and Philippa (John) of VA; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Heart of God Ministries 1703 S. Kanawha St. Beckley. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family one-hour prior.

To live-stream go to heartofgodwv.org.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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  • 03/28/2026

    Kendra Williams

    So sorry for your loss we are holding you all up in prayer.

  • 03/27/2026

    Laura Robinson

    Condolences to the Williams and Venable Family .Sincerely Laura Robinson.

  • 03/27/2026

    Mrs.Gloria Brown

    Our Prayers and Condolences to the families of Mrs. Pat; She was an outstanding person and loving soul that welcome you into her heart. To Jasmine and Family:May the Minister of Peace and Comfort minister to you all, during this difficult time. Gloria Brown and Family

  • 03/26/2026

    Knorree Jo Rogers

    Prayer for all of you. Aunt Pat was my mother BJ Rogers best friend

  • 03/26/2026

    Elizabeth Zeigler- Chicago, IL

    My sincere prayers and condolences to the Williams Family! May God give you peace, comfort you and strengthen you during this time of bereavement 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • 03/24/2026

    Wilbert and Doris Boyden McCormick

    OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO DEACON WILLIAMS AND THE FAMILY. SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL LADY ABD IT WAS A PLEASURE TO TALK WITH HER. WE ARE ASKING GOD TO GIVE EACH OF YOU STRENGTH DURING YOUR HOURS OF BEREAVEMENT. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU! WILBERT & DORIS BOYDEN-MCCORMICK

  • 03/23/2026

    Tammie Stuck

    Pat was my foster mother for many years I loved her so much I can't believe you are gone may God continue to bless your children I miss you both so very much I'm truly heartbroken but grateful to have you as my mother love Tammie Stuck.

  • 03/23/2026

    Steve Sturgill

    So had to hear this.... Pat helped train me when I began my first professional job out of college. She was loved and respected by the children and families with whom we worked. Such a strong role model and loss for the community. My deepest sympathy to her family and loved ones.

  • 03/22/2026

    Eddie & Kim Watts

    Our sincere condolences and sympathy to the Venable and Williams family. Eddie & Kim Watts

  • 03/22/2026

    David and Linda Moore

    We offer our heartfelt condolences to Deacon Bradley and family! Oh how Sister Pat will be missed by us all. She was such a precious soul who was always praying for others. We will forever hold near to our hearts her prayers, her calls, her thoughtfulness to others and her kind heart that she extended to all with God's love. God is near to the broken hearted 💔 Praying for Gods strength during this difficult time for you all. 🙏🏽 Elder Leo and Sister Linda Moore

  • 03/22/2026

    Susie Carey-Pankey

    Condolences to the Venable . Williams . Maniece families Patti was a very special person She was more than a cuz to me she was like a plus sister Always willing to help others and had no judgement while doing it. She will be missed terribly especially by me Much Love Susie and Family

  • 03/20/2026

    Sandra Pittman

    My Deepest Condolences to the Williams & Venable Prayers.

  • 03/20/2026

    Eileen and Clifford

    To the Williams and Venable family. You have our deepest condolences and prayers. May God bless and keep you during this difficult time. Sincerely Clifford and Eileen Washington

  • 03/20/2026

    - Charlene Wynes Davis

    Prayers

  • 03/19/2026

    Eddiena Schoolfield

    With heartfelt sympathy!

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