(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)Patricia Curtis Hill, lovingly known as Grandma Pat, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on September 18, 2025, shortly after celebrating her 85th birthday. A woman of extraordinary resilience, deep faith, and a booming, unforgettable laugh, she left a lasting mark on every life she touched.
Born on August 6, 1940, to Keith and Sue Curtis, Patricia was raised in a family of championship archers and carried that legacy forward becoming a national champion in her own right, known for her impeccable aim and fierce competitive spirit.
In 1958, she graduated from the Humboldt Airline School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the following year, on Valentine’s Day, she married Jerry Ray Hill, a Vietnam veteran. Together, they had one son, James Edward Hill. She was widowed in 1973 but continued to raise her family with grit, love, strength, and a joyful heart.
A gifted artist, Patricia was a lifelong creator, expressing her talents through quilting, painting, poetry, songwriting, and worship. She authored and published numerous poems, many of which were featured in national collections and received literary recognition. As a member of the International Society of Poets from 1994 to 2025, she was honored multiple times for her heartfelt and faith-filled writing.
In addition to her poetry, she composed more than 100 original songs over the course of her life. One of her most beloved works was a 1990s children's Christian rap titled “David and Goliath”, which received awards and was performed at churches and community gatherings. Her writing and music reflected her unshakable belief in God's promises and her desire to bring scripture to life in meaningful, creative ways. Her words, both written and sung, were an extension of her ministry and a gift to all who heard them.
Dedicated to weekly prayer services and Ladies of the Lord, Pat served faithfully each week at Souls Harbor Mission, where she ministered to those in need with compassion, dignity, and the love of Christ. Humming "I'll Fly Away" and breaking into spontaneous prayer was a testament to her servant’s heart.
Known affectionately by many names; Miss Pat, Aunt Pat, Patty, and most famously, Grandma Pat, she had a gift for making people feel like family. She worked with Head Start, where she became a surrogate grandmother to generations of children, often quilting blankets for newborns she hadn’t even met. Her creativity knew no bounds: she taught her grandchildren to sew, craft, shop with intention, and always speak truth.
A gifted artist, Patricia was a lifelong creator, expressing her talents through quilting, painting, poetry, songwriting, and worship. She authored and published numerous poems, many of which were featured in national collections and received literary recognition. As a member of the International Society of Poets from 1994 to 2025, she was honored multiple times for her heartfelt and faith-filled writing.
In addition to her poetry, she composed more than 100 original songs over the course of her life. One of her most beloved works was a 1990s children's Christian rap titled “David and Goliath”, which received awards and was performed at churches and community gatherings. Her writing and music reflected her unshakable belief in God's promises and her desire to bring scripture to life in meaningful, creative ways. Her words, both written and sung, were an extension of her ministry and a gift to all who heard them.
Dedicated to weekly prayer services and Ladies of the Lord, Pat served faithfully each week at Souls Harbor Mission, where she ministered to those in need with compassion, dignity, and the love of Christ. Humming "I'll Fly Away" and breaking into spontaneous prayer was a testament to her servant’s heart.
Known affectionately by many names; Miss Pat, Aunt Pat, Patty, and most famously, Grandma Pat, she had a gift for making people feel like family. She worked with Head Start, where she became a surrogate grandmother to generations of children, often quilting blankets for newborns she hadn’t even met. Her creativity knew no bounds: she taught her grandchildren to sew, craft, shop with intention, and always speak truth.
She believed in miracles. Pat’s life was a testimony to the power of faith, creativity, and joy. A survivor of colon cancer, breast cancer, heart disease, and more, she faced every challenge with laughter and unwavering trust in God. She was quick to cast out fear, speak the name of Jesus, and declare life over others. She taught her family to pray boldly, to trust in God’s promises, and to share His name with others.
She is survived by her beloved son, James Hill (Debbie), her grandchildren Kyle Hill (Megan) and Heather Hill Eckhart (Andrew), and her great-grandchildren Evelyn, Simon, and Eloise. Her family was her greatest pride, and she poured her love into them generously and without reserve.
She has now flown away, just as she sang she would. Her legacy lives on in her poems, her music, her ministry, and in the hearts of all who loved her.
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