Patsy Jean Blackwell Anderton, 78, of Woodleaf, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Sherrills Ford Hospice House in Sherrills Ford, NC.

She was born June 4, 1947 in New Mexico to the late Clayton Blackwell and Agnes Wegley Blackwell. Patsy worked as a hairdresser, and in her spare time she enjoyed cooking.

In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by her son, James John Anderton III.

Patsy is survived by her husband of almost 61 years, James Anderton; daughter, Kimberly Noel Smith (Michael) of Catawba County, NC; and grandchildren, Andrew, Michael and Zachary Clayton.

There is no service scheduled at this time.

Carolina Cremation is assisting the Anderton family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.