Verna Patricia Enloe

Verna Patricia "Pat" Enloe

February 5, 1945 - March 5, 2026

Verna Patricia Enloe, age 81, of Decatur, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, with her devoted husband, Fred, by her side. Born on February 5,1945 in Louisville, Kentucky, to William Clarence and Era Myrl Perry, Pat was the embodiment of southern hospitality, faith, and family. She was the cornerstone of her community and family and her life was defined by the grace and mercy she extended to everyone she met.

A generous hostess, Pat opened her heart and home to thousands of international students and families over the decades. Through her delicious homemade Sunday suppers and grand birthday cake celebrations, boisterous backyard pool gatherings, and home-baked goodies, Pat turned her kitchen into a sanctuary for neighbors and strangers alike, while nurturing her children and grandchildren.

After earning her Master of Taxation from Georgia State University, Pat built a distinguished career as a CPA. She began at Smith & Rabb before spending many years at OneSource under Lord Ashcroft. He and the firm showed immense support for Pat during her first bout with cancer. Fred often beamed with pride, boasting that "his bride" had managed the accounts of royalty.

Pat's proudest accomplishments were her successful partnership with her loving husband of 61 years, her family, and her work with international students. She was called to care for others, doing all things in His name.

Raising two loving children, Pat instilled in them, and her 6 grandchildren, the love and care she so generously gave to others. She faithfully followed the example of servant leadership set by her mother and father, sparing no detail in all she endeavored, never cutting corners, and personifying the steadfast love of God. She taught her family the importance of hard work, kindness, and having the courage of one's convictions. This legacy will live on through her children and grandchildren and all the diverse communities she touched over her lifetime.

Pat was passionate about gardening, loved historical fiction and old western movies, and had a particular fondness for the Hallmark channel. Holidays would find Nana with her grandkids and others in the kitchen, preparing meals and homebaked cakes, cookies and fudge to the soundtrack of the latest Hallmark release.

Her greatest joy was time spent with her husband Fred, whether "speed racing" in the Blue Angel, enjoying the cabin in Clayton, traveling the world, visiting the farm in Kentucky, or drinking morning coffee at their home in Decatur, Georgia.

Pat is survived by her husband, Fred; her children, Paul (Caroline) and Pam (Bill); her grandchildren Art, Molly, Ella, Isabelle, Ethan, and Jeremy, and many beloved sister-in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Maybeth and Phyllis, and her brother Mack.

The family will receive visitors at A.S. Turner & Sons, 2773 N Decatur Road, Monday evening, March 9 from 5:00-8:00 PM. A celebration of Pat's life and reception will be held on Tuesday, March 10 at 11:00 AM at Briarlake Church, 3715 LaVista Road, followed by interment at Decatur Cemetery, 229 Bell Street, at 3:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Briarlake Church.