Edna Ann Faircloth Patterson Lanier of Metter passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at her residence.

Mrs. Lanier was born in Emanuel County to William and Vera Faircloth.

She lived in Metter for all her life and was a beloved part of the community. She was a long-time attendee of Metter Primitive Baptist Church.

Mrs. Lanier was a retired seamstress in the manufacturing industry.

She was an amazing cook and baker. She was affectionately known in the community as the “Cake Lady”, making thousands of cakes for many to enjoy.

She had a great love for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Lanier also enjoyed spending time on the farm and decorating her yard for the holidays.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband, Daniel Patterson; and her second husband, Byron Lanier; a son, Tim Patterson; a grandson, Michael Kay Jr.; brothers, Jerry Faircloth, Billy Faircloth and Dan Faircloth; and stepchildren, Brent Lanier, Barry Lanier and Burt Lanier.

She is survived by her children, Bill (Gwen) Patterson, Vera (Larry) Collins, Laurie (Jerry) Jackson; nine grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Metter Primitive Baptist Church from 1 o’clock until 3 o’clock in the afternoon.

The funeral service followed on December 3, 2023, at Metter Primitive Baptist Church at 3 o’clock in the afternoon. Interment followed at Lake Cemetery.

Remembrances may be made to Metter Primitive Baptist Church.

Guestbook: www.kennedyfuneralhomechapels.com.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter, is in charge of the arrangements.

Statesboro Herald, November 2, 2023

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