Dolores M. Paten

September 4, 1958 - February 19, 2017

Dolores M. Paten, age 58 of Millville, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Inspira Medical Center, Vineland. Born in Millville to the late Joseph and RuthAnn (Jerrell) Paten, she graduated from Millville High School, Class of 1977, and remained a life long resident. She received an honorable discharge from serving in the U.S. Navy. For many years, Dolores worked as a waitress for the Millville Motor Inn, and Queen Diner. She then worked as a Claims Adjuster for Prudential Insurance Co. in Millville until it closed. She was a member of the Lighthouse Church of God in Millville. She enjoyed reading, camping, and riding with Raymond on his motorcycle. She loved Christmas, and decorating for the Christmas holiday. Dolores will be sadly missed by her companion and ex-husband Raymond Wynder of Millville; two sons, Joshua Paten of NY, and Big Erick Goldsboro of Bridgeton; one brother John J. Webb of Millville; three sisters, Linda Dixon of TN, P.J. Paten of Millville, and Tessie A. Ficcaglia and husband Michael of Fulltime RVing USA; and one grandson Little Erick Goldsboro. Funeral Services with Military Honors will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 24, 2017 in the Christy Funeral Home, 11 W. Broad Street, Millville. There will be a viewing on Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. The family requests memorial contributions to the Lighthouse Church of God, 1727 E. Broad Street, Millville, NJ 08332. Memories and expressions of sympathy for Dolores Paten may be shared on the Obituary Tribute Wall at www.christyfuneralservice.com.