Patricia Dickerson

Peoples

Mother Patricia Dickerson Peoples was born on January 31, 1953, to the union of John and Martha Dickerson in Molena, GA. She accepted Christ at an early age and remained a lifelong member of White Plains Missionary Baptist Church. Throughout her life, she served faithfully as an usher, church secretary, and President of the Mother Board, embodying her unwavering commitment to her faith and church family.

A proud graduate of Pike County High School in Zebulon, GA, Mother Peoples built a successful career, retiring from both J.C. Penney and the City of Griffin. She was united in holy matrimony to Deacon George Cleveland Peoples for 32 years.

Known for her strong-spirited personality, Mother Peoples deeply loved her children and grandchildren, finding great joy in nurturing them. She was also a friend and mentor, offering wisdom and encouragement to those who sought her advice. Her faith and family were the cornerstones of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with those she loved. She also found comfort in reading and watching classic television shows, enjoying the familiar stories that brought her peace and happy memories.

Mother Patricia Dickerson Peoples departed this life on November 28, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Martha Dickerson, and her sisters, Elaine and Gwen Dickerson.

She leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, Deacon George Cleveland Peoples; her devoted daughter, Joet Mathews Williams (Gary); her beloved son, Kenneth Thurmond II; two cherished granddaughters, Eboni Freeman and Keyanah White; three treasured grandsons, Tybius Thurmond, Kentrell Thurmond-White, and Darius Pace; two brothers, John L. Dickerson and Arnold Dickerson (Charlotte); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and a special friend, Panida K. Lundy.

Mother Peoples' strength, dedication, and beautiful spirit will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know her.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024, from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at White Plains Baptist Church located at 47 Lawrence Mill Road in Molena. A Home Going service will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 12:00 PM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Interment will follow in Westwood Gardens. Pastor Rhoderious Evans is the Eulogist and Rev. John H. Adams is the Officiant.