J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. - Youngstown

Obituary For Mrs. Tanisha LaShaun Patterson

YOUNGSTOWN A homegoing celebration in honor of Tanisha LaShaun Howell Patterson will be held Saturday April 17, 2021 at 10am at the Jaylex Event Center in Youngstown, OH. Ms. Patterson of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Tanisha was born on January 18, 1984 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Janeen Howell Runyon and Anthony C. Warren. She excelled in her studies and was well-loved by her classmates and teachers. In 2001, as a high school senior, she was crowned the Junior Civic League’s “Miss Cinderella”. Tanisha was a 2002 graduate of Ursuline High School. She obtained her medical coding and billing degree from National College and worked as a certified homecare aide. She then attended the Akron Breckingridge School of Nursing and earned her registered nursing degree. She was employed by Buckeye Health of Akron, Ohio. Tanisha is a member of Holy Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, in Youngstown, where she participated in the Chosen Generation Mime Ministry and the Kings Dominion Choir. She leaves to forever cherish her memory her husband, Damien L. Patterson and her son, Damien M. Patterson, of Akron; her parents of Youngstown; her brother, John A. Runyon (Morgan Burke, fiancée); her maternal grandparents, James and Janet Howell of Youngstown; her paternal grandmother, Helen Warren Murray of Youngstown; her aunt Corrine Warren; her uncles, Jon (Adrienne) Howell; Jeffrey Howell; six stepchildren; and a host of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her paternal great grandparents John and Dorothy Warren. The family will receive friends Saturday from 9am-10am at the Jaylex Event Center. Interment will be in Tod Homestead Cemetery. 1 Attached Images

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Tanisha you always greeted everyone with a big smile and sometimes would end up giggling. You always had a positive word of encouragement, sometimes even saying a little prayer. You will truly be missed. Forever and Always in our Hearts.

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Tanisha, you were my 1st grand,and held a special place in my ❤️ I will miss our talks and laughs. Heaven has gained a special Angel. You are SOoo missed will hold a big part in my heart...always Rest Easy Baby Gurl.

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DJ I am your former neighbor who had Piper the white scottie. I just found out about your wife. Words can not tell you the sorrow I feel and the sadness for you and your wonderful son. I loved all of you and you added so much to our neighborhood with your goodness, joy and happiness that we all got to enjoy. Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family.

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We love you so much cousin! Love Brian and Cina Nashville, TN.

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Cousin I love you with all my heart. You will be so missed. We're missing a part of our family now, but we know you loved us all. Rest my beautiful cousin until we meet again.

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My sincerest condolences to the Family Members of Tanisha Howell Patterson. May God comfort the Family as God has made a place for Tanisha to rest eternally in his arms. Her presence will be missed, but memories of Tanisha never forgotten. A Beautiful Black Woman with Black Girl Magic.

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My deepest Condolences to the Husband, Son and Family/Friends. I remember the day I first meet you at work, without me having to introduce myself you were already introducing yourself. From that moment I knew we were gonna be friends. I will always remember and cherish that wonderful laugh and that beautiful smile.. you had such a wonderful spirit and im so blessed to have gotten to know you.. I wanna so thank you so much for being the friend I needed. Tanisha you have gotten your wings and God gained an Angel. You will truly be missed but forever in our hearts. Rest in Paradise (My boo) (something tanisha always would say). Love you girly❤ Your friend Audra

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Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in my heart. May Tanisha rest in peace!

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I've known Tanisha ever since she was a little girl and she's always been a Beautiful and sweet young lady, I'm gonna miss you Miss Giggles...Love you Baby Girl❤❤

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Heartfelt condolences to my sista Helen in the loss of my beautiful neice Tanisha may God grant you peace in this difficult time we will miss you Tanisha love and prayers Aunt Faye & Uncle Freddie

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Every time I encountered Tanisha it was smiles and that contagious laugh she gets from her mom. My heart breaks for the family. Love, Kim Crawl

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I worked with Tanisha at Concordia. She was an amazing nurse, always willing to help and teach. Always laughing or making you laugh. When we were the 2 nurses at night, always a good time, residents were taken care of, shift ran smooth.. loved her and Ill miss her. -Dana Marie

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Words can not describe how much you are and will be missed. You have been a light for so many in this life. May peace and understanding come to your family. God bless you. You are forever in my memories.

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Tanisha will forever be missed. I loved my cousin and it was a pleasure seeing her at the family reunions! Her smile and delightful personality will be missed. LORD please take care of her. Love you T. R.I.P.

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You was one of sweetest humans on earth. Every morning you sent us inspirational messages that was god. Kim Manigault & tish Manigault

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I echo the sentiments of so many members of Holy Trinity who watched this now beautiful angel,young woman,blossom as a child.It always impressed me how like her grandmother Helen Tanisha loved to serve the Lord.She was a servant within the walls of the church singing with a smile! Sis Helen and family you have my condolences Sis Carolyn Richardson

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My heart breaks for your family. You were such a pleasure to work with. Prayers much extended, god speed.

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What a "Pleasure" it was to finally meet you cousin at our family reunion! I nicknamed you then my "Mini Mouse" your smile and conversation with me lit up my heart! Love you will be remember ed. Cousin Angela LaRue, Los Angeles, CA

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Such a sweet & wonderful person. Im going to miss you birthday twin😩😭🙏

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I worked with tanisha @ Concordia she was truly a genuinely nice person she really was so kind and such an awesome nurse she would help anyone sending prayers to her family im so sorry just know shes in a better place and resting peacefully God needed her more...

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What "Pleasure" to have spent time at our family reunion with you! I nicknamed you my "Mini Mouse". Your smile was so infectious! Love you always cousin! Ms. Angela LaRue, Los Angeles, CA

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I am at a loss for words, may God bless and strengthen your family at this time. I will always remember what a kind, beautiful and happy soul you were. God needed someone like you to join his angels! RIP friend!!

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Tanisha such a honor knowing you, your laugh was contagious and your energy was so welcoming you will be missed rest beautifully dear... God bless your husband,son, family and friends ❤

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You were so beautiful and such a nice person inside and out ...You will be missed...watch over my cousins ...we love you girl

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Condolences n Prayers RIH "T" Blessings n Love 😔😔😔"Auntie Sam"

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with spmpathy and prayers to the warren and murray families. my prayer, that LORD will comfort you during your during time of sorrow. from LOUIS ROBINSON JR.

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My sincere condolences to Tanisha's family at this time. I met Tanisha working at Breckinridge School of Nursing while she was a nursing student. She was so driven, and always so friendly, I always enjoyed speaking with her. She loved her son and spoke of him fondly often. She will be missed and may God be with you during this tremendous loss. -Kim Pyle

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You will forever be my favorite nurse. You were one of a kind. I will miss you girl. All my love always, Sandra

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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