Patricia Mashell Carlton

PATRICIA MASHELL CARLTON, 49, of Tappahannock, VA, and treasured daughter of Fred Rodgers Hutson and Joann Arrington Hutson of Tappahannock, transitioned from this life on the glorious spring morning of April 21^st, 2024, in Richmond, VA.  

She was born on August 31^st, 1974 in Richmond, Virginia. In 1992, she graduated from Essex High School in Tappahannock, VA, and shortly thereafter, united in holy matrimony to her lifelong sweetheart, James “Sparky” Carey Carlton III of Tappahannock, VA.

She was a devoted mother and wife, known for loving her children unconditionally and found joy in cross-stitching, playing board games with her family, and summer visits to Alabama visiting her grandparents and family. In her younger years, she spent time playing the piano and was formally recognized for her musical talent.

She was a faithful Christian and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  Committed to her Savior Jesus Christ, she never met a stranger, saw the good in everyone, and served faithfully wherever she could.  She performed volunteer service at Tappahannock Manor during her high school years, and dedicated herself to her church callings; sending countless uplifting letters and cards to members, and served as Secretary of the Primary, and Compassionate Service Leader. 

Those left to cherish Mashell’s memory include her adoring husband of 31 years, James “Sparky” Carey Carlton III of Tappahannock, VA, mother Joann Arrington Hutson of Enterprise, AL, father Fred Rodgers Hutson of Tappahannock, VA, Sister Ashley (Tom) Elizabeth Hutson Spicer of  Amherst, VA, beloved Mother in Law Retha (Howard) Jean Denney of Thaxton, VA, Father in Law James Carey Carlton II of Tappahannock, VA, Sister in Law Vicki (Timothy) Lynn Carlton King of King William, VA, son James Carey Carlton IV of Port Richey, FL, daughter Breana Nicole Carlton, sons Joshua Aaron Carlton and Gabriel Adam Carlton, all of Tappahannock, VA, granddaughter Mazikeen Quinn Carlton of Port Richey, FL, and treasured cat Pepper.