Patricia Staggers McBride

On Sunday, December 13, 2020 Patricia Fay Sullivan Staggers-McBride transitioned from earth to glory at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. She was born on December 21, 1940 in Laurens County, South Carolina to the late Lee Felton Sullivan and Grace Madden Sullivan. Patricia was educated at James Hillhouse High School in New Haven, Connecticut and graduated in 1959. Following high school, Patricia was employed at the Southern New England Telephone Company. In 1961, Patricia married the late Bennie Lewis Staggers and from this union they had a daughter, Sylvia Elyce. When her daughter was in high school, Patricia went back to school to pursue a degree in nursing. She retired from the Veterans Administration Hospital in West Haven, Connecticut after 38 years of service as a Psychiatric Nurse. Patricia became involved in church at a young age under the leadership of the late Rev. Eudell McKinnie, Little Bethel Church of God in Christ. In the late 1950s, Patricia became a member of Trinity Temple Church of God in Christ under the leadership of the late Bishop Charles Brewer, Sr., where she was an usher for over 40 years. In 1985, Patricia joined Pocahontas Temple #55 of the East Rock Lodge #141 IBPOE of W, where she worked diligently with the national and local youth department. She traveled extensively with the youth drill team where they won several awards. In 2000, Patricia married the late Mathis McBride. Together they enjoyed many family reunions, traveling, and breakfast at Barbara’s Restaurant. Also, in 2000, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Nevertheless, Patricia spent her years in retirement attending her grandchildren’s activities, doing crossword puzzles, shopping, and watching mystery shows. She was also very active at Abundant Harvest Outreach Ministries where her son-in-law, Curtis Antrum, is Pastor. Patricia leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Sylvia Antrum(Curtis) of Hamden, CT; one aunt, Willie Mae Madden of Hamden, CT; sister-in-laws, Marabell Sullivan of Hamden, CT; Emmer Cox and Annie Hall Staggers of New Haven, CT; brother-in-laws, Willie Staggers of Hamden, CT; Joseph Staggers(Carrie) and James Staggers Jr. of New Haven, CT; also 4 grandchildren, Joshua Antrum of New Haven, CT; Curtis Jalen Antrum, Justice Antrum, and Janae Antrum all of Hamden, CT; and cousins that were more like sisters, Lillian Townsend(Wade) of Hamden, CT; Linda McCoy and Jesse Jones of New Haven, CT; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Patricia was predeceased by her husband Mathis McBride, brother Roger Sullivan, and grandparents Gallie and Mamie Lee Moore Madden. Patricia will be remembered for always lending a helping hand to those in need and her love for her family and friends.

Patricia Staggers McBride

December 21, 1940 - December 13, 2020