SYLACAUGA - Sarah Louise Patterson, age 79, formerly of Sylacauga died May 19, 2012 in Los Angeles, CA. Sarah was a gentle spirit who loved cooking, spending time with her grandchildren and always offering an encouraging word. Farewell celebration will be Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at The New Madden Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Shady Grove Cemetery, Hanover, AL. Sarah was predeceased by daughter Mrs. Connie Dates. Those left to mourn her loss yot continue her legacy are son; R. Darryl Patterson of Los Angeles, CA, siblings; Annie Mae Fluker, Geneva Patterson and Gregory Patterson all of Sylacauga and Sylvester Patterson of Talladega and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren other relatives and friends. Another quality service by The New Madden Funeral Home, 256-249-3815.