Lou Patsy Lindsay, 70, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.

Life and Legacy

Born on November 22, 1955, in Shreveport to Willie and Gloria Graham, “Pat” or “Patsy,” as she was affectionately known, was a woman of profound brilliance and determination. A pioneer in her professional life, she served as a Biomedical Engineer at Ochsner (formerly LSUMC). She held the distinguished honor of being the first Black woman in the field of biomedical engineering at the institution, breaking barriers and inspiring all those who followed.

A Life of Joy

Outside of her professional achievements, Pat had a contagious zest for life. She was an avid traveler who loved exploring new places and was never happier than when she was on the dance floor. A devoted enthusiast of line dancing, she brought rhythm and energy to every gathering. At home, Pat found great joy in the simple pleasures of life; she was an avid reader and loved to cook for those she held dear. Her adventurous spirit, her creativity in the kitchen, and her love for a good book will be cherished and remembered by all who knew her.

Family

Pat’s greatest legacy is the family she loved so dearly. She is survived by her devoted husband of 44 years, Nathaniel Lindsay. She leaves behind her daughter, Tammy Person (Paul, Jr.) of Arlington, Texas.

She was the proud “Meme” of four grandchildren: Jeramee White (Kate) of Justin, Texas; Brandee White of Houston, Texas; and Aniya Person and Paul Elijha Person III of Arlington, Texas. She is also survived by those she loved as her own children, her nieces and nephews: Antoinette Herndon (Anthony) of Camden, AR; Johnny Johnson Jr. (Karen) of Shreveport, LA; Lakeisha Williams of Meridian, MS; and James Johnson of Shreveport, LA; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Gloria Graham, and her brother, Johnny Johnson, Sr.