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Patricia Caldwell Black

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Patricia Caldwell Black
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Patricia Caldwell Black, 93, of Orange passed away Saturday, January 14, 2012.

A graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Mrs. Black was born December 7, 1918 in Oklahoma City, OK to Harry McRill and Frances Vivian Head Caldwell. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Daughters of the American Revolution, Scottish Society and Society for Creative Anachronism. She was co-owner of Black's Orange Floral Shop for 62 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, William Arthur Black, Jr.

Mrs. Black is survived by her son, Christopher Michael Black and fiancé, Caron Marble of Houston; son, Brian McRill Black of Austin; daughter, Monica Garrett and husband, John of Orange; five grandchildren, Cara, Donovan, Colin, Ian and Nicholas; eight great grandchildren, Meagan, Chloe, Will, Adrianne, Alex, Gavin, Liam and Graham and one great great grandchild, Shawn.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the St. Paul's Episcopal Memorial Fund, 1401 W. Park Ave., Orange, Texas 77630 or to the Orange Public Library, 220 N. 5th St, Orange, TX 77630.

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Anonymous January 24, 2012
I remember going to Black's Florist as a young girl and always being treated as an adult when I was with my parents. They were both pillars of the community and will be missed.##imported-begin##Jeanie David##imported-end##
Anonymous January 19, 2012
Monica, Michael, Brian, Seeing you, visiting with you in your time of bereavement, I could "hear and see" your dear mother's voice and eyes and her gracious ways reflected in your own. She was our family friend and mentor for over 30 years; her influenc##imported-begin##Liz Lee##imported-end##
Anonymous January 18, 2012
I really did not know your mother as well as I'd have liked, but all the memories that I do have of her are of a warm, caring and loving soul who never had a neg. thing to say about anyone. God Bless You All##imported-begin##Scott Steele/Sterling##imported-end##
Anonymous January 17, 2012
How very blessed I am to have known this wonderful woman. Her knowledge, her smile, her ability to know exactly the right thing to say at exactly the right time. These are just a very small telling of her talents. I'll miss her more than I can say.##imported-begin##Dena Mortimore##imported-end##
Anonymous January 16, 2012
Patricia "Armuin" will always have a special place in my heart. She was one of the most intelligent, graceful, and loving people I knew and she will be missed by so many friends and loved ones.##imported-begin##Janice Terrell - ##imported-end##
Anonymous January 16, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss.##imported-begin##Jean Stuntz##imported-end##
Anonymous January 16, 2012
Patricia/Armuin was very dear and special to me and my family. My children grew up at her knee in the Society for Creative Anachronism. We shared a wonderful Christmas this year with her and sang many Christmas songs with her. I am so glad I had those las##imported-begin##Lou Burgin##imported-end##
Anonymous January 15, 2012
My dear friend: may you find comfort in the arms of God. Your memory will be a blessing to our family. I will never forget all the selfless acts of kindness you showed myself, Howard and especially Erik. You were a woman of integrity with a rare beauty##imported-begin##Amy Hendrick##imported-end##
Anonymous January 15, 2012
With fondest memories of a cherished saintly woman, a treasured friend, a guide to my generation and to the generation of my children. This world is a far better place for having known you and for having witnessed the love that shone from your smile. Know##imported-begin##Liz Lee##imported-end##
Anonymous January 15, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you, as well as lovely memories of your Mom. We were blessed to grow up with her as an influence. She had a marvelous sense of humor and more grace and charm than the law should allow. She'll be missed but we are richer##imported-begin##Julia Davis Sulsar##imported-end##
Anonymous January 15, 2012
Monica: Our prayers are with you. I still look over at your mom's house everyday and call it "Mrs. Black's" even though the new people bought it. She will always live in your heart and a piece of her will always stay in that house as far as I'm concer##imported-begin##Robin Lamprecht##imported-end##
Anonymous January 15, 2012
We share in your loss and join you spiritually in your grieving. Patricia was a woman of great faith, love and wisdom. Arlene and I enjoyed sharing the Holy Eucharist with her, and felt a greater nearness to God when we were with her. We will miss the bea##imported-begin##Rev. Marv Howland##imported-end##