Patricia Bright

(Margaret) Patricia Stone Bright passed away in Huntington, WV on December 21, 2020 as the Star of Bethlehem shone in the sky. Born on her father’s birthday, July 9, 1937, Patsy was a climber of trees from an early age and had many adventures with her best friend, Charlotte.Longtime resident of Linwood NJ and a graduate of Pleasantville High School, Class of 1955, she went onto earn her baccalaureate from Earlham College in Indiana. Married to her college sweetheart for 58 years, Philip N Bright Sr, they made six moves to six states. Pat perfected skills of becoming involved and making friends. Always active, Pat enjoyed competitive sports such as golf and tennis and pickleball. She was a long-time member of Central United Methodist Church in Linwood, NJ, and an active member of Sweet Adeline Cape Shore Chorus. She enjoyed her garden and book clubs and was never happier than with her hands in her garden.Her family and friends were the beneficiary of her dinners and especially her pies. No one could match her Lemon Meringue pie and it, along with her mac and cheese, were requested repeatedly. As the dedication of a cookbook published in honor of her 80th birthday reads, “She is a woman who is quick to laugh and brighten your day with a smile. If you were around the Bright house, near mealtime, a sincere invitation to our table was easily extended. There was always room for one more. She taught us the magical art of creative cooking. Each of us have our childhood favorites, and now our extended families have theirs as well.” The ultimate caregiver, after raising her five children she felt the call to return to NJ where she cared for her mother, father, husband and daughter until their deaths, all passed at home. There was always a beloved pet(s) in our house. Pat was always welcoming to all, mindful to be inclusive of everyone, and had a quick and infectious laugh. Having just moved back to Huntington after 35 years, Pat was tackling the challenge of getting to know her new hometown. Most recently she was enjoying becoming part of the choir at First United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Eloise Stone, brothers Robert and Richard (Dick) Stone, husband, Philip Bright Sr, and daughter, Diana Bright. Pat is survived by brother Dan (Ruth Ellen) Stone, sister-in-law Hattie Emma Stone. Children, Amy (Parker) Ward, Philip (Cyndi) Bright Jr., Tim (Scarlett) Bright, Paul (Nancy DiJohn) Bright. Grandchildren, Parks (Alissa) Ward, Tricia (Mike) Derrig; Jessica, Allie, Rosie, and Sophie Bright; Tim Jr., Jason, Samantha Bright and Caitlin (Derek) Snow; Melisa (Brian) Godfrey. Great-grandchildren, Katherine, Blake and Peyton Ward; Mason Godfrey and Jennifer Bright. As well as host of nieces and nephews who will miss their Aunt Pat! Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com A celebration/memorial service is being planned for June 2021 in Linwood, NJ.