Mrs. Patricia Lee Drone

Born on February 6, 1942, in Palestine, AR, First Lady Patricia Drone was the eldest of 13 siblings born to Theodas Pulley Sr. & Teola Madden Pulley Ivory. She received her education in Palestine, AR. Dedicating over two decades of her life to Hill Haven Nursing Home, Mother Drone's commitment to her profession was exemplary. She was known by many for her exceptional culinary talents, and she diligently served in various capacities, often surpassing expectations with her dedication. Her tenure concluded with her retirement in 2000. She was united in holy matrimony to Mr. Lugene Drone on December 3, 1960, in North Little Rock, AR. Together, they were blessed with seven children: Eugene, Michael, Victor, Lisa, Patricia, Tammy, & Paul. Her spiritual journey was marked by profound devotion. Baptized in Jesus' name by Elder Dave Favors in December of 1957 and later receiving the Holy Ghost, she remained steadfast in her faith. As a young lady, she was a dedicated member at the First Pentecostal Church in Cotton Plant, AR under the leadership of Pastor Eleanor White. She later became a member of Greater Christ Temple Pentecostal Church in Little Rock, under the leadership of Bishop Leodies Warren, where she sang in the choir. Assuming the mantle of First Lady in 1976 at the First Pentecostal Church (Cornerstone Ministries) of Fordyce, AR, she embodied grace and wisdom for over 48 years under the stewardship of her husband, Suffragan Bishop Lugene Drone. In 1997, she ascended to the role of First Lady at the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ in North Little Rock, a position she held until 2018 when she and Suff. Bishop Drone founded Victory Temple in NLR. Throughout the years, her service transcended the confines of the local congregation as she actively engaged in various auxiliary groups, including the Arkansas District Council’s Ministers', Deacons', & Trustees’ Wives Auxiliary. Recognized for her elegant attire and fondly dubbed "The Hat Lady," First Lady Drone exuded sophistication with her impeccable fashion sense, always presenting herself with dignity and grace. Mother Drone was a mix of soft-spoken charm and no-nonsense attitude. She might seem quiet at first, but those who knew her well understood she didn't mess around. She adored kids but wasn't afraid to lay down the law when needed. Her grandkids called her "Danny" because she wasn't a fan of the title "Granny." When it came to treats, nothing beat Mr. Good Bars and a cold Pepsi in Mother Drone's book. If you wanted to make her day, those were the magic words. Mother Patricia Drone peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Theodas Pulley, Sr. and Teola Ivory; her stepfather Tommy Ivory; her son, Michael D. Drone; four brothers, Theodas Pulley Jr., Samuel Pulley, Dexter Pulley, and Haston Pulley; one sister Regina Pulley; one brother-in-law Deacon Henry Taylor. She leaves to cherish her memories; her devoted husband of 63 years, Suff. Bishop Lugene Drone of NLR, AR; three sons, Mr. Eugene (Phyllis) Drone of Gravel Ridge, AR, Mr. Victor (Dena) Drone of NLR, AR, & Elder Paul (Leisha) Drone of Maumelle, AR.; three daughter, Lady Lisa ( Pastor Darrell) Boyd of Benton, AR, Mrs. Patricia (Victor) Anderson of Kansas City, MO, & Ms. Tammy Drone of NLR, AR; four sisters, Mrs. Teola Favors, Evang. Catherine Taylor, Ms. Helen Humphrey, & Ms. Maxine Webb; four brothers Mr. Alfred (Linda) Pulley, Mr. Jerry Pulley, Mr. Hubert Pulley, & Mr. Dwight Pulley; sixteen Grandchildren; Andrea Hampton, Brittney Hampton, Kenneth (Shari) Fobbs, Ashley Irvin, TiDarrin Irvin , Darren Drone, Cherrelle Cooper, Paula Drone, Kayla Drone, Jewel Johnson Sr., Kharisma (Darius) Jarrett, Daniel Drone, Korinthia Boyd, Elijah Drone, Jeremiah Adams, & Diamond Adams; thirteen Great- Grandchildren, Maurielle Mahan, McKinley Williams, Caidence Cooper, Jewell Johnson Jr., Maurice Mahan Jr., Alina Fobbs, Jade Johnson, Dakota Jarrett, Kaitlyn Murphy, Ariyah Fobbs, Dynver Jarrett, Isaiah Adams, Kayson Terry, & Kapri Hilliard; an honorary grandson, Elder Don (April) Porter; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, friends, extended family and the saints at Victory Temple, Cornerstone Ministries, and across the 18th Episcopal Diocese of the Arkansas District Council of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World. In honoring her memory, we celebrate a life richly lived, characterized by unwavering faith, boundless love, and a legacy of service that will endure throughout generations to come.

Mrs. Patricia Lee Drone

February 6, 1942 - April 10, 2024