Jeri Lynne Patterson, 75 of Harper, died with dignity Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at home per her wishes with her family surrounding her. Born April 2, 1947, in Columbus, in Columbus, Jeri was the daughter of William Ernest and Eva Fern (Woods) Carter. They preceded her in death. Jeri was also preceded in death by her brother, Lewis Avery Carter.
Jeri grew up and attended school in Columbus. She graduated from Cherokee County Rural High School with the class of 1965 - Go Titans. She then attended the St. Francis School of Nursing and obtained her Registered Nurse license. Going to work for the Harper Hospital, Jeri proudly took care of a multitude of patients over her 50-year career.
There were several things that kept Jeri busy. She enjoyed her horses, going camping, gardening, junkin’/antique collecting, her Kessler’s and 7-Ups and Marlboros. Jeri had more friends than can be counted on fingers and toes. All of which can attest to her huge heart and openness to love. Unfortunately, Jeri couldn’t seem to find a man who could match her lifetime of love and respect. But this never stopped her from opening her heart to others. She was smitten with her lifelong, unrequited love from her high school years. Jeri was a party girl and she enjoyed her mixed drinks. Jeri and many of her buddies were able to laugh and regale in the old “glory days.”
Jeri is survived by her children, Carla Ryan (James Kinsey) of Larned and W. Eric Myers (Joy) of Enid, Okla.; granddaughter, Peighton F. Ryan (De’Shaun Clark) of Lawrence; brother, Gary D. Carter (Linda) of King George, Virginia. Other relatives and many, many friends also survive A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, December 9 at Park Cemetery in Columbus.
Memorial contributions may be made to Quarters for Canines and can be sent in care of Prairie Rose Funeral Homes, 613 W 14th St ~ Harper, Kansas 67058.