Patricia C

Burkett-Anderson

Patricia C. Burkett-Anderson May 21st, 1948 ~ October 18th, 2015 Patricia Camelia Burkett-Anderson was born on May 21st, 1948 in Stamford, Ct. She passed away on October 18th, 2015 in Englewood, NJ, resigning from her 15 year battle with cancer, returning to peace with her Lord and savior. Patricia was estranged from her parents from birth, and was raised by her loving foster parents Mabel and Larry Jones from the age of 14. She was reunited with her biological father in early adulthood and established a close bond which has remained dear to her heart until her last moment. Patricia, a devoted people person her entire life, held a career as an administrative assistant for many years before making a career change that she often reflected, changed her life. This was her decision to enter the social services field as a drug counselor, which led to her pursuing a social work degree and becoming a social worker, a path which enhanced her ability to touch lives, and a role she retained until retirement. Patricia was a successful and talented clinician, poet, student, life coach, and mentor. Always active in projects to bring people together and inspire progress in her personal life, experiencing the challenge on a professional was a privilege that she appreciated and never took for granted. Patricia considered herself a simple woman, but was far from that to all who knew her. Her thought for others, and simple acts of kindness defined who she was. Her faith and unwavering optimistic belief in the potential of others, and importance of genuine connection, flavored all of her relationships. Patricia was a dignified, spiritual woman, whose honesty graced our presence on a daily basis. In short, Patricia was a beautiful human being. Her ability to be present in the lives of all those blessed to know her was constant, possessing care, thoughtfulness, loyalty and concern that was always felt. Patricia leaves to cherish her memories her husband Michael, two sons Oto and Hasheem, granddaughter Chelsea, father Charles, Brother Christopher Burkett, A host of other relatives and friends. Please know that you are loved and greatly missed Patricia. Rest in peace, knowing that you have left a beautiful legacy to inspire us all.