Patricia Holt Miller
4/15/1937 – 10/22/2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother,
Patricia Holt Miller, on 10/22/2023, at the age of 86. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends,
and all who knew her.
Patricia was born in Durham, NC in 1937 to Martin and Rosa Holt. She was friendly and outgoing in her
childhood, which manifested itself during her entire life, she never met a stranger. Patricia attended
elementary and secondary school in Durham, NC before moving to Mt. Vernon, New York where she
graduated from high school. She then attended Central College in Wilberforce, Ohio focusing on the
arts, wherein her creativity flourished. Upon returning to New York she meet her loving husband, Oscar
Kermit Miller. Patricia spent many years employed at North Carolina A&T State University’s Student
Union, where she touched the lives of many students and staff alike. She then moved to Arizona,
wherein she served as manager for her husband’s business, Lonestar Pest Control. Patricia and Kermit
enjoyed their time in Arizona, before returning to North Carolina for their retirement to be close to dear
friends and family.
Over the years, Patricia developed a passion for travel, especially when it included her family whereby
she traveled all over the country. Later in life, she enjoyed sitting on her porch soaking up the sun,
socializing with family, neighbors and friends. Patricia over the years developed a fond appreciation for
nature and would love to take drives throughout the Southeastern and Midwestern parts of the country.
Patricia was preceded in death by her father, Martin Holt, and mother, Rosa Holt, and is survived by her
husband, Oscar Kermit, son, Kermit, daughter, Patrica, son, Chris (Julie), daughter, Lori, and daughter, Kelli. Patricia is the proud grandmother of 15 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren & 1 on the way and 3 great-great grandchildren.
We would also like to thank our angel of grace and mercy, Patricia Miller Bryant (Sissy), daughter, for
her unwavering commitment, dedication, love and caring for our precious mother.
Visitation is Friday, October 27, 2023, from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM followed by a funeral service. Both
will be held at the East White Oak Missionary Baptist Church (1815 Water Street, Greensboro, NC
27405).
Flowers can be sent to the church or Brown Funeral Home (909 East Market Street, Greensboro,
NC 27401).