Patricia Clemons Garcia, lovingly known as "Pat" or "Patty Duke," was born on March 31, 1951, in Harlem, New York. She received her boarding pass in seat A-1, first class on Heavenly Airlines on April 25, 2026 at 5 AM. She was surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of strength, family, and cherished memories.

Patricia received her early education at Public School 90 and Public School 136 in New York City. She later attended Evander Childs High School in the Bronx before relocating to Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where she continued her education at R.J. Reynolds High School.

After the birth of her first son, she returned to New York to complete her high school education and later attended Bronx Community College. While living in New York, she met Bobby Garcia, and the two were married. Together, they welcomed her second son. Some time later, following the passing of her husband, she relocated in 1980 to Winston-Salem, North Carolina. There, she attended Forsyth Technical College, where she earned an Associate's degree in Accounting.

She made her home in the Morningside area on Pleasant Street with her mother. She went on to build a successful career, serving as a supervisor in the litigation department at Bank of America. Later in life, she found love again with her longtime companion, Martin Young. Together, they welcomed her only daughter and youngest child.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roberto Humberto Garcia (Bobby); her grandson, Jabar Kareem Garcia Jr.; her mother, Macie Lee Clemmons; her sister, Darlene Clemons; her great grandson; Nelson Eugene Clemons, III and her aunt, Lillie Mae Butler.

Patricia leaves to cherish her memory her loving siblings: brothers; Vaughn G. Clemons, Romaine Clemons, Larry Butler, Ronnie Clemons, her sister, Roslyn Giles and the Giles family. She is also survived by her children: Nelson E Clemons, Jabar K Garcia (Amirah Abdullah), Patrice M Young, and Larniece Clemons. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren: Aishellyn Garcia, Daquan Clemons, Aisha Izzard, Nelson Clemons Jr., Jishaiya Garcia, Naseer Clemons (Alivia Peay-Clemons), Zaikiyah Clemons, Johnyce Smith, Jasmine Griffin, Jaynea Smith, Jazelle Billups, and Ne'Toia Clemons; along with eight great-grandchildren. Patricia also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who will forever hold her in their hearts.

She will be remembered for her strength, her fun-loving spirit, her unwavering love for her family, and the lasting impact she made on everyone who knew her.

Funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM on Monday, May 4, 2026 ay New Light Missionary Baptist Church. The family will greet friends at 11:00 AM. Interment at Piedmont Memorial Gardens.