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Wiliam Patterson Obituary

William L. Patterson, 65, of Roanoke, Va., died Friday, September 12, 2008. He is survived by his mother, Ruby P. Craft, of Collierstown; his wife, Hilda Patterson, of Roanoke; daughter, Teresa Lewis, of Roanoke; granddaughter, Emily Lewis, of Roanoke; and a brother, Bobby Patterson, of Fort Republic. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2008, at Collierstown Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at Collierstown Fire House following the memorial. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel and Crematory, 540-989-3131.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Sep. 19, 2008.

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Kathy Cruff

September 20, 2008

Ruby, Hilda, and Teresa,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know that it has been a very long and stressful time during Williams' illness. Just remember that he is now free from the pain and sickness. God gave us memories so that everytime that we think of someone, they are still a part of our lives.

Frances Riggle

September 20, 2008

Hilda,
Sorry to hear about your husbands' passing. I know that you will miss him everyday. Just remember the good times that you and William had and it will help you get throught the bad times.

Cynthia Walker

September 19, 2008

Hilda & Theresa,
My thoughts & prayers are with you both & I pray that God will watch over you and his Grace will bless you.

Dave & Theresa Spangler

September 19, 2008

Dave "You were a true friend and a very close one" Theresa "Even tho you are on the other side now I will still pick on you over VT". Love and miss you.

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