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WILLIE PATTERSON Obituary
Willie Edward
Age 84 of Dayton, OH, passed away on November 6, 2021. He was born September 1, 1937, in Newnan, GA, to the late Eddie Patterson and Ruth Watkins. Preceded in death by his wife, Susie Patterson; (1) son and
(4) sisters. Survived by:
(4) daughters, Terri (Ronald) Gaines, Jeanette Patterson, Gwendolyn Belton and Sheila Patterson; (3) sons, Anthony, Dwayne and Dwight Patterson; (6) grandchildren; (4) great-grandchildren; (2) sisters; (1) brother; other family and friends. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at Thomas Funeral Home, 4520 Salem Ave., with Reverend Arthur Bell, Jr.,
Officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services. Interment: West Memory Gardens. On-line condolences may also be sent to the family at
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Gen
March 30, 2025
Hey grandpa I love and miss you dearly!!! Sally
Terri L. Marshall
November 16, 2021
This is our mom's brother and our uncle, and we're saddened to learn of Uncle Buck's passing. My sisters Jacqueline, Toni, and I wish to send comfort to our grieving family. We love you!
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