Patricia A. West was born on February 15, 1941. She went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2023. Patricia was born in Washington, D.C. Daughter of the late Roosevelt and Phyllis McKissick. Pat was educated at D. C. public schools. She received her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development.

Through the union of marriage with Rev. Levin West, Pat became the first lady of Grace Baptist Church in Newark, N.J. Pat will be remembered for her tireless work serving the community of Newark, N.J. She also worked as a juvenile counselor for Newark’s Detention Center, where she was loved by many troubled youth.

Pat loved to travel with her family and friends — she was known to travel to many countries. Because of her playful and partying personality, she was a favorite Aunt to many of her nieces and nephews.

Pat is survived by her three children — Micheal Peoples, Michele Smith (James), and Phyllis Stephens; brothers and sisters — Shirley Moore, Theresa McKissick, George McKissick and Howland McKissick; along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her husband, Rev. Levin West and sisters — Constance Roberts, Maxine Henderson and Renée Parker.

Pat lived life to the fullest.