Betty “Patty” McDaniel Breeden, 91, of Covington, died Monday, October 14, 2024 at Bath Community Hospital in Hot Springs.

She was born January 1, 1933, in Alleghany County, a daughter of the late George and Gertrude Tincher McDaniel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gene B. Breeden; and one sister, Doris Dilley.

Patty was the office manager for the Greenbrier Clinic for over 40 years.

Survivors include her son, Ricky Breeden and wife, Sherry of Covington; two grandchildren, Amanda Breeden and Chance (Lindsay) Breeden, all of Covington; four grandchildren, Brynley Breeden, Breanna Breeden, Maebry Breeden, and Brooks Breeden; one brother, James (Addie) McDaniel, all of Covington; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM in the Palestine Presbyterian Church Cemetery, with Mr. Anthony Lowry officiating.

Active pallbearers will be Chance Breeden, Charles “Chucky’ Simmons, Brent Jones, Matt Jones, Jason Jones, Tommy “Tinker” Hoke and Geoge Howard. Honorary pallbearers are Earl McDaniel, Jimmy McDaniel, Kenny Dilley, Ellis Bates, Michael Jones and William “Scooter” Jones.

Arritt Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

The family asks that memorial contributions in Mrs. Breeden’s name be made to: Palestine Chapel Cemetery Fund, C/O Joann Cook, 4511 Indian Draft Rd., Covington, VA 24426 or Dunlap Fire and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 218, Covington, VA 24426.

Friends wishing to send condolences online may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.