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Jay Patterson Obituary
Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, in Riggin-Pillatsch and Burke Funeral Home in Carterville, with the Rev. R.H. Chitwood and Pastor Mike Williams officiating. Burial will be at Herrin City Cemetery. Visitation will begin after 6 p.m. today at the funeral home in Carterville.
Memorial contributions may be made to his daughter Sammantha's education fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Jay was born Nov. 24, 1960, in Harrisburg to John Lawton and Norma Jean (Barton) Patterson. He married Tracy Jo Schaut on April 25, 2008, in Las Vegas.
He is survived by his wife, Tracy Patterson of Federal Way, Wash.; two daughters and a son-in-law, Sammantha Patterson of Federal Way, Wash., and Melissa and Josh Montiel of Las Vegas; three sons, John Patterson of St. Louis, Matthew Patterson of Carbondale and Alex Steffenson of Seattle; sisters and brothers-in-law, Alice and Sam Couch of Russellville, Tenn., Brenda Beltz of Douglasville, Ga., Angela and Wayne Curtis of The Colony, Texas, Ella Murphy of Salt Lake City, Sandra and Mike McKinnon of Huntsville, Ala., Beverly and Bob Warshawsky of Anna; brother and sister-in-law, Ted and Carole Murphy of Johnston City; and special friends, Jay Cox, Mike Heern, Jerry "Smitty" Smith, Mike "Raz" Resczenski, Steve Swalls, Mark Schmidt, Greg McCree; and many other friends.
Jay was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Trena Jo Patterson; and great-nephew, Luke Edward Jordan.
He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Local 318 and previously for May Construction and Allen Disposal.
Jay enjoyed going to horse races, dancing, playing cards and socializing with his family and friends.
To view this obituary and sign the guest register, visit www.rigginpillatschburkefh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jay Patterson
Samantha Patterson
November 14, 2017
Even on your worst days, you looked at them like they were your best. You had this untouchable fire in your soul that still lives with me today.. I find it hard to believe its been 7 years and Im now graduating from college. Thanks Dad, for sticking with me and giving me the strength to make it here. We miss you dearly.
Tracy Patterson
January 16, 2011
My Dearest Jay - You are my soul mate and I will cherish the short time we shared together forever. I will love you always and hold you close to my heart. You were a wonderful Husband, Father, Best Friend, Brother, and a Fun-Loving Person. Be at peace in heaven my love. From your loving wife...Tracy Jo Patterson
Rick & Lisa Murray
December 31, 2010
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
David Stucker
December 30, 2010
I have many good memories of Jay and was saddened to hear of his passing. We had worked together many times and he made work bearable. Deepest sympathy to the family.
Melanie Little
December 30, 2010
Jay - you always had fun no matter how bad things were or what was going on around you. Where you're going is going to be even better! Best wishes to you! Family and friends, my sympathies and condolences from Florida.....however, celebrate his life. Jay is!
Melanie Little
Patty Patrick-Lozon
December 30, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the friends and family, I knew Jay and his family when we were very young.
Mark And Angie Schmidt
December 30, 2010
We Love You Jaybo!
Mark And Angie Schmidt
December 30, 2010
Jaybo! Mark And I Love You Dearly! All Of Your Wonderful Friends And Family Miss You Dearly! We Will See You Again! You Fought Hard Darlin...... You Are Missed Horribly!
Pamela Skaggs
December 29, 2010
I am so saddened to hear. My memories of Jay are of what a sweet guy he was, with an even sweeter smile. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
December 29, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of Jay. He was a good man and a great father. My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family and especially to John, Love to all,
Anita Maxey Bridge
Jodi Lewis-Gambini
December 29, 2010
Jay is my Second Cousin , My Grandpa Hershal Patterson and Uncle John were brothers . Since we are the "West Coast" Pattersons we have not had as much chance to get spend time with as much of the( Southern Ill. ) Patterson . So when Jay and Samatha move to Washington we all got a chance to know Jay .We will all miss him so much ,but are forever grateful to have memories of a man who just loved life and no matter what challenges he had he did not allow it to stop him from coming to family gathers and being the life of the party .
Sending my love and prayers to his family and friends during this hard time of losing him . But I know that on Christmas Day in heaven there was a huge reunion party going on with his family already there .
Cindy Millard Claunch
December 29, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family of Jay. May you find the peace of
God in this difficult time of loss.
Denise Olkoski
December 29, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies,Jay was a good friend and will be missed.
December 29, 2010
Jay and I worked together for several years. He was a good person and always had me laughing. I saw him a couple of years ago and he was still the same no matter what he was going through. I am so sorry for you all. Buddy, rest in peace. Love you. Donna (Moody) Gibbs
Tim Homoya
December 29, 2010
I used to play cards with Jay and his father. It was very entertaining to watch them two quarrel over cards. Two great people. My condolences to the family.
Kim Turnage
December 29, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Amanda Wallace-Corzine
December 29, 2010
Jay will be greatly missed. He was a great fried to all who knew him. I considered him to be one of my closest friends. One thing I am sure of is that there will never be another one like him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Jay we will miss you!!!
Crystal DePew-Nolan
December 29, 2010
May God give you peace during this time...
Denise Livingston
December 29, 2010
I knew Jay and am sad to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family.
Jayne McCree
December 28, 2010
Jay, I thank you for the time we had together and the wonderful son you gave me "Matt" you suffered deeply and fought it hard,you will be deeply missed by all, Rest in Peace.
sam jones
December 28, 2010
you will sadly missed my friend.
i know you are in a better place now.
Rhonda Leeper~Murray
December 27, 2010
I am so sad to hear of Jay's passing. He was a great guy and I have nothing but good memories of Jay, I always loved to hear him laugh. He fought the good fight and now he is a peace with our Heavenly Father. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Leah (Akins) VanHam
December 27, 2010
Jay was truly one of a kind who could always make me laugh; he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family & friends.
Alice Stivers
December 27, 2010
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Flecther
December 27, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Cindy Morgan~Stone
December 27, 2010
The entire family is in my thoughts and prayers..So sorry for your loss...Condolences~~Cindy Morgan Stone
Debbie Allen-Murphy
December 27, 2010
Jay it didnt sink in til seeing it in black & white. You can now rest in peace without pain, your fight for life was long and hard but many loves ones were waiting for your company.I pray that all will find comfort in God to understand your leaving so early from us. My "what a walk" while on earth with us! God Bless you friend!
James Vaughn
December 27, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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