Patsy Riley is a former First Lady of Alabama. She wrote a book about 11 other First Ladies of Alabama. [1] [2] As First Lady of Alabama she advocated for increased funding for foster parents, a statue of Helen Keller, and refurbishment of the governor's mansion. [3] She also wrote When the Dinner Bell Rings at the Governor's Mansion, a collection of personal stories and recipes. [4] She has been involved in various civic and charitable projects. [5]
She supporting her husband's agenda as Alabama's First Lady and supporting "Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters" (HIPPY) [6] [7]