Obituary of Pat Lambirth

Pat Lambirth passed away of respiratory arrest on September 3, 2017 in Olympia, Washington, her home of 29 years. She was born March 12, 1934 to Charles and Dorothy (Laswell) McClurkin in Birmingham, Alabama. She also lived in Placerville, California (1959-1988). Pat married Frank E. Lambirth on March 29, 1952 in Hagerstown, Maryland. She was a homemaker, and an assistant to her author/editor/teacher husband, performing typing, transcription and proofreading. She enjoyed playing bridge, French cooking, sewing, and travelling. She was a member of the Capitol City Newcomers Club. Pat was a dedicated wife and mother. She was a kind soul who never had a bad word for anyone. Unfortunately, she suffered the indignity of dementia her last few years with amazing grace. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her son, John F. Lambirth of Olympia; brothers, Cooper McClurkin of Houston, Texas, and Mike McClurkin of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank Lambirth (1928-2007); her parents; and brothers, Terry McClurkin and Sam McClurkin. Please leave memories of Pat or condolences for her family in the Guestbook below.