Perchrisian Dozier
June 26, 1933 ~ May 6, 2020
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Sunrise: June 26, 1933
Sunset: May 06, 2020
Perchrisian Hines was born June 26, 1933 in Lamar, SC. She was the youngest
daughter born to the late Carina Hines and George Wilson. Perchrisian (Pat) was a
great basketball player and was their leading scorer. Pat was an excellent student
and graduated from Spaulding High School 2 years early in June 1949.
After graduating high school, she moved to Norfolk, VA where she met and
married the love of her life, the late Sherman Dozier Sr. They were married for
40 years until God called him home in January 1993. From their union, they had 4
children: Sherman Dozier, Jr., Larena “Trena” McGoogan, Tonya Hamlin and
Shemeka “Meka” Spriggs. She was a homemaker for most of the marriage until
she became a Nursing Companion Aide for many years. Once she settled down, Pat
became a member of First AME in Manassas, VA. When she moved to Marietta
GA, she became a member of Words of Faith AME in Mableton, GA. Pat
absolutely loved the Lord and her Sunday Hats. Her children always stated that
when their mother went to church, she always wore her Sunday finest.
Pat “TRULY” loved her family and was always there for her children. Spending
time with family and friends was a priority. When Pat (MA Dozier) was around,
there was never a dull moment and she never heard a song, she would not dance
and move her shoulders too. She treated everyone with dignity, respect, and
tough love.
She was the neighborhood Mom to many children. Her home was always opened to
anyone at any time. She has helped raise several nieces and nephews during her
lifetime. As time went on, she was affectionately known as Ma Dozier. If you
were a friend to one of her children and came to her home, you were treated as
one of her own. Ma Dozier was always cooking and feeding anyone who needed or
wanted a meal. Her dear friend Mrs. Vann once told Pat that she could make
boiling water taste good.
She was preceded in death by her beloved mother Carina Hines, father George
Wilson, sisters Frederica Herion, Flossie Mae Wilson Cooper, brother Joe Wilson
and her beloved husband of many years Sherman Dozier Sr.
Perchrisian is survived by her son Sherman Dozier Jr (Jackie), daughters Larena
“Trena” McGoogan (Christopher) Tonya Hamlin (Christopher) Shemeka Spriggs
(Keefe). Five grandchildren Shela Dozier, Sherman Dozier III, Hailey and
Christopher McGoogan, and Taniya Hamlin. Four great-grandchildren Greyson
Martinez, Amir, and Shamir Dozier, Zhuri Dozier, a host of loved ones, and
friends who became a part of her family.
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To the Dozier Family My heartfelt condolences. Pat was a LADY of Grace and a treasure she loved her family and Welcomed me as Family it is my absolute honor to know and share time and space with her. I shall really miss getting together with her. Warmest Love Sharon Brevard-Logan
To the Dozier Family, It is with our heartfelt sympathy the Wilkerson and Alexander families send their deepest condolences in the loss of your mother. Ms. Dozier was a beautiful woman who always had a smile and kind word for everyone. May God grant you peace during this difficult time! We love you guys!
Dear Dozier (McGoogan) family, My memories of Mrs Dozier are of a big hearted lady with a quick beautiful smile! She didn’t know me very well and we’ve only talked a few times but I know just from watching her she was happy and fun and had a lot of spunk!😊 I always admire people who try to make the best of situations they are in and brighten up the room! I can tell she did just that. May her legacy live on in your family and may she sweetly Rest In Peace. May you feel God’s peace and love as we pray for you all. Denise and Carlos Phillips
Pat was a lady that I will never forget, full of laughter and love. She had all the children in the neighborhood. I have fond memories of her. Msy she rest with Jesus and may Hod comfort each of you as only He can.
To the Dozier family, May God give you peace that surpasses all understanding. You have my sincere condolences. Terry Hunter
Rest In Heaven Ma Dozier, You were a Beautiful Person,whom always had a smile to go with your Wonderful Personality, God Bless Dozier Family Stay Strong. Joseph Joe Joe Johnson
Sending love and my personal condolences to the family of Pat Dozier. My name is Leander Sansbury. I’m the son of Alean C.(Josey) Sansbury. Pat and my mom grew up together in Lamar, South Carolina. They both moved to Norfolk Va in the early 50’s. Pat and my mom always jokingly who named me Leander. Moms came to Va, one year after Aunt Pat. They were the closest of cousins and the best of friends. Pat was like my other mom. She treated me and my brothers like her owns. She protected my moma whenever she thought my dad had fought my mom. She was over the house in a heartbeat with her husband (Dozier). My moma had no family here in Virginia but Pat. She had me,my brother Bernard to babysit her kids on many occasions. What I know from memory is she always called me her baby and had I eaten when I came by when they lived in Liberty park and Colonial Place. She practically raised my brother Bernard. She would always give me a twenty when I came to see them. She had a smile that would light up downtown Norfolk and a laugh that was so infectious. She wasn’t afraid of anyone. I loved that lady as my own mother. I had the honor of her spending a weekend with my family. Her and Dozier allowed my brother to use their red and white brand new convertible Cadillac for his prom. They treated us like we were their own children. When my mom passed, she took me the side and said, “you still got one moma left”. I found out later that her moms and my mother’s mom were sisters. I loved that woman,Dozier and Juney,Trina,Tonya and Tamika as my own. I know they lost their mom. And I suffer and hurt with them. I feel like I lost my mom again in Pat Dozier. I love you dearly . Give hugs and kisses to everyone. I could go on and on about our life’s journey forever. But my tears keep coming as I think of your loyalty to our families. I LOVE YOU AUNT PAT………FOREVER!!
With all our love and prayers to the Dozier family. Love you Ma Dozier Rest peaceful in heaven. From Anita and Byron Law.
For some reason today , April 15, 2022 I woke up with Ms. Dozier on my mind. It has been many years since we had been in touch. I did a google search and found the unfortunate news of her death. My prayers are with and for the family and I wish I could have shared one more laugh or smile with her while on this earth. We met in Kentucky and built a friendship. She knew Jesus and I trust she is with The Savior. Love Always, Angela Wilson