Patti McCarthy has always been a "country girl," growing up on the John Day River, between Spray and Kimberly, Oregon. Not one who likes to be idle, Patti grew up playing outdoors and riding horses. Working in the summers for her dad who was divorced and owned the "Tippy Canoe" restaurant in Troutdale, Patti says she worked hard. She was the "Chief cook and bottle washer" as well as the busser, waitress and any other needed position! At a young age, Patti married for a very brief time. Her son Jeremy was a product of the union, and Patti says she is still very close to her 38 year old son. Jeremy also grew up in John Day and is now married and has five children. Patti says she loves to visit the family in Prineville whenever she gets an opportunity. After working at a mill in Heppner for several years, Patti decided to move back out to the Troutdale area that she was familiar with as a child. In 2007 she moved in with an old family friend who lived in Corbett. Patti started to become involved with the community as a volunteer and eventually met the Corbett gentleman that she is now living with as his caregiver. Having plenty to keep her busy, she is a caregiver for the older man as well as the one who cares for his home and property as well. Patti says it has been a wonderful situation for both of them to help each other out. Patti also has side jobs as a home cleaner for other Corbett folks as well. When Patti has free time, she loves to volunteer at the Corbett Grange, often putting in as many as 20 hours per week! Living in Corbett has been a huge blessing on many levels. Only one topic brings more of a sparkle to her eye- her wonderful grandchildren! Patti says it is absolute JOY for her to spend time with them, either playing outside like she did as a child or reading to them. When they get to visit her in Corbett, life does not get any better!
