Mrs. Loretta Yasmine Patterson, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023.
Funeral service will be held Tuesday, August 22, 2023 12 pm Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel at Perry J. Brown Funeral Home 909 E. Market St. Greensboro, NC. 11:30 am Visitation.
There will not be a burial service held.
Loretta Yasmine Koiner Patterson was the daughter of Rebecca and George W. Koiner. She was.born February 19, 1950 in Brooklyn, NY and departed this life on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Loretta attended Fanwood School for the Deaf in White Plains, NY and graduated in 1969. She married Levi Patterson and from this union, were blessed with two children, Dorian Sr. and Dorinda.
"Yasmine", as she preferred to be called, was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Yasmine would open her heart and her home to help anyone in need. She loved cooking meals and entertaining her family and friends. Her charming wit and laughter was infectious. Yasmine left an impression on everyone she ever met. Her long, well manicured nails were a signature look. She was very talented in crafts and came up with many creative ideas. Yasmine was a force and lived everyday to the fullest. She would make a way out of no way and was determined and driven in spite of her challenges. She was a very devoted advocate for the
deaf community. One of her favorite social events that she always looked forward to, was the monthly gathering of Deaf Seniors.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her son Dorian L. Patterson, Sr. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Dorinda P. Carver (Fred), her seven grandchildren, Dorian Patterson, Jr.(Asia), Asha'e Carver, Aka'sh Carver, Toriana Patterson, Taavon Patterson, Asaru Carver, and Ayira Carver. Her four great-grandchildren...Lavie, Sophia, Isabella and Lamont. Her two sisters, Mrs. Barbara J. Koiner Hawkins (Larry) of Staten Island, NY and Ms. Joyce L. Koiner of Sumpter, SC., One Sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Dawson of Chadbourn, NC and devoted companion James Watkins, along with nephews and many family and friends.
Antuane Hawkins sent The Peace Lily for Mrs. Loretta Yasmine Patterson - August 21, 2023
Dorinda, We Love You & You are in our prayers. My Sister Loretta will forever be in my heart.
Love, Aunt Barbara Jane & Uncle Larry
Sorry to hear of your lost. Have sweet memories.
Love to all.
Eugene Handon - NYC
Me and John will miss dearly we love you to the end of time
I chose this red candle because we both love red. I'm deeply sorry you had to leave us so soon; I'm definitely going to miss you and that bright smile. Loretta you have always been my supporter; you always ask," How's you're son doing?" I'm truly going to miss your presence, you're laughter and everything about you. My sincere condolences to the family and all whom knew she.
Yasmine was truly a talented unique lady & one of a kind. I know she will be missed. My Condolences & Prayers to you all. May God Uplift you & give you solace during your grief and if the difficult days ahead.🙏🏾 Jackie Clanton-Sims & Family
Sorry to learn of Loretta passing. My family knew her when we lived in Greensboro. And my daughter Sonja recently saw her when she visited Geensboro. Jean Perkins Blackley & Sonja Little
Hugs and prayers to the family.
My firecracker is what I'd call Ms Loretta. She never needed to utter a word to let you know how she was feeling or how she felt about me. Thanks for allowing me to be your nurse over the years at FMC. You will be missed. Take your rest sweet lady.
My sincere condolences to you Dorinda and your family. I know Sometimes words are not enough, may the prayers of others and good memories your mom bring you comfort. Rest in Paradise until we meet again Loretta. Sincerely, Angela Brown & Family❤️
My condolence to the family you will be missed I enjoy all the time we spent. Sending prayers 🙏
Miss Yasmine was always pleasant when me and my mother saw her at Walmart. Now her suffering is over and she is in Jehovah's memory. My sincere condolences to her family and friends. She will be missed. Tolbert Family
Loretta Always gave me the biggest hug when she saw me. She never missed an opportunity to let me and my husband know she loved us. Beautiful spirit inside and out. Rest In Peace. Love Mr Jamesjr and Ronda Richardson
We are so sorry for your loss and pray for you and your family! She was a wonderful person and she will be missed and remembered.
Yasmine you will truly be missed! Sending our condolences to Dorinda and family! Reynold and Sharon Jennings!
Earth have no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Keeping you Dorinda and the rest of our family in prayer during these dark hours. Love you cuz, Bernadette
Prayers of comfort to the family at this difficult time. My sincere condolences to the family. Mrs. Patterson was a lovely person and will be missed greatly!!! Ms. Witherspoon a
May you rest in peace. No more pain, no more worries. I will truly miss your warm embrace and comfort hugs. Give Dorian Sr. a hug for me. 🙏🏽
I pray that you will be comforted in this time of grief and know that God is here at all times!
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.