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<\/a><\/p>\nPatricia was born in Stockton, California. She spent many summers visiting friends in Arnold, eventually moving there with her family. After marrying her husband, Ronald McCarty, she went on to become a long time resident of Copperopolis where she lived for 64 years and was a beloved member of the community.<\/p>\n
Patricia attended Avery Grammar School and graduated from Bret Harte High School in 1962. She had a joyful and spirited personality, known for her sense of humor and love of fun. She especially enjoyed decorating her home for every holiday, with Halloween being her favorite\u2014 she delighted in dressing up and bringing smiles to others. Patricia was also a proud supporter of Bret Harte football, often dressing up in funny costumes to cheer on her team.<\/p>\n
She found great joy in horseback riding, she especially enjoyed helping take cows to the mountains. She loved traveling with family and friends, always cherishing time spent with those she loved most.<\/p>\n
Patricia is survived by her children, Ronda (David) Atkinson and Stacey (Kevin) Griffith; her sister, Joan Millet; her grandchildren, Carlee Atkinson, Colton (Devon) Atkinson, Carson (Caitlin) Atkinson, Grant (Ashton) Herrick, and Kary (Trent) Teagle; and her great-grandchildren, Weston and Wrenlee Atkinson, Hudson, Brenson, Rhettson, and Jedson Atkinson, and Thea and Hayden Teagle. She leaves behind many extended family members, friends, and dedicated caregivers who will miss her deeply.<\/p>\n
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, Ronald McCarty; her parents,
\nHarry and Helen Boaz; and her siblings, Lynda Boaz, Betty Alimbini, and Gerald “Jerry” Boaz.<\/p>\n
A memorial service will be held on April 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Angels Memorial Chapel, 1071
\nS. Main St. Angels Camp, California, followed by a reception at the Copperopolis Armory Hall,
\n695 Main Street, Copperopolis, California.<\/p>\n
Patricia’s warmth, laughter, and loving heart will be remembered always. Her legacy lives on in
\nthe many lives she touched.<\/p>\n
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Seva Hospice.
\nTo\u00a0send flowers<\/a>\u00a0to the family or\u00a0plant a tree<\/a>\u00a0in memory of Patricia McCarty, please\u00a0visit our floral store.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n