Edith Ann Schuler
1934-2024
Edith Ann Schuler, 89, of Oklahoma City, OK, fell asleep in death on March 17, 2024, surrounded by her children. Born on November 9, 1934, in Stillwater, OK, Edith was the youngest of 11 children to Irl and Albie Copley. She cherished her family and developed a love for bicycles at an early age, sparked by her first tricycle at 2 years old. Edith married Bill Patterson at 17 and was blessed with six children. As a devoted homemaker, she shared her talents in singing, cooking, and sewing, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories with her family. Edith also had a successful career, including roles at J. C. Penny and as Assistant Vice-President at Liberty National Bank.
Her passion for life extended to her hobbies, including cooking, art, and sewing, which she pursued until her final weeks. Edith's study of the Bible with Jehovah's Witnesses brought her immense joy and purpose. She was baptized on November 10, 1973, finding comfort and hope in the scriptures.
Edith was preceded in death by her parents, 9 siblings, daughters Nancy Teague and Ann Wittmann and grandson John Michael Duke. She is survived by her brother Albert Copley & wife Zella, children Glen Patterson & wife Lea Ann, Karen Gotcher & husband Tom, Margaret Carter & husband Mike, Cindy Williams & husband James, 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and community at Heritage Assisted Living.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 23rd at 10:30am at Matthews Funeral Home, 601 S Kelly Ave, Edmond, OK 73003. We will be live streaming this service. To watch the service CLICK HERE to go to our YouTube page. Click on 'Videos', then 'Live Streams'.