Obituary for Patricia Ann Shenkle

Patricia Ann (Wright) Shenkle was 71 when she peacefully died at her home in Pinehurst, NC on August 30, 2022.

Patricia moved to Pinehurst from Mill Valley, CA in 1997 with her husband Robert (Bob), (retired U.S. Coast Guard). She and Bob enjoyed spending time playing tennis and golf with Patricia focusing more on tennis. Patricia chose to go back to work doing bookkeeping for various small businesses in the area before starting her own business.

Patricia was the founder and operator of Sandhills Accounting Service that catered to small businesses for the past 26 years providing full time employment to several people. She particularly helped start-ups providing low rates and hands on assistance.

Patricia is survived by her husband, Robert, of Pinehurst; Sue (sister) and Don Williams of Jacksonville, TX and their children; Kathy (sister) and Kent Scott of Medway, MA and their children; Cindy Wright (sister) of Weaverville, NC; and Sandy (sister) and Jay Perez of Fairfax Station, VA and their daughter.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents and brother (John).

A memorial service is not planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church, Southern Pines, NC.

Online condolences may be made to www.bolesfuneralhome.com.

Services entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines.