Bishop M. Patterson

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Bishop Patterson Obituary

Elizabeth City resident

Dr. Bishop M. Patterson, retired professor emeritus, of 1621 Brookridge Drive, Elizabeth City, N.C., died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, in Elizabeth City, N.C. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church by Dr. Walter L. Smith Jr. A wake will be held in the chapel Monday at 7 p.m. Following the funeral, a burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. He will lie in state from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Dr. Patterson was a native of Washington County, N.C. He graduated from Colored Plymouth High School and Virginia State College (University), Petersburg, Va., where he received a B.S. degree in industrial arts education, completed his master of science degree from New York University and doctoral studies at North Carolina State University. He served as industrial arts teacher and chairman of the industrial arts department at Elizabeth City State University until 1992. Dr. Patterson was a member of Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church, where he served on the Trustee Ministry and many other leadership positions. Dr. Patterson was husband of the late Kathryn I. Gordon, and the son of the late Rosa and John Patterson. He is survived by a son, Brian M. Patterson of Alexandria, Va. The family will receive friends at 1621 Brookridge Drive. Walson Funeral Home, 723 Parsonage Street, is in charge of arrangements

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Published by The Advertiser from Jan. 24 to Jan. 27, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Bishop Patterson

13 Entries

Wagner Grier

January 29, 2009

With his warm smile and gentle demeanor, Dr. Patterson had a way of building your confidence and making you feel reassured. Dr. Patterson modeled professionalism and expected the same from his students. He touched the lives of many, and he will always have a special place in my thoughts. Brian thank you for sharing your Dad with us. May God Bless You and Keep You! Industrial Arts - Class of 79'

robert newton

January 27, 2009

Thanks you for all the lives you touched and influenced Robert Newton class of 1972----ECSU

Dr. & Mrs. Carlton E. Thornton, Sr.

January 27, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Gerald and Parthenia Hill

January 27, 2009

Brian,
May the love of those around you and the love of God, help you through the days ahead.
Your 5th grade Teacher at H. L. Trigg ( Parthenia Hill)

Belinda and Melinda Scott

January 27, 2009

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

May brooks and trees and singing hills
Join in the chorus too,
And every gentle wind that blows
Send happiness to you.
~Irish Blessing

Jimmy Jenkins

January 26, 2009

As his former student, his colleague and his supervisor, I can say unequivocally that Bishop Patterson was the kind of personality you are privileged to meet on life's journey. As his student, he was always considerate, never intimidating and always made you feel that you were capable. As his colleague, he was collaborative in the work we had to do for the university. As his supervisor, he never let our past interfere with the protocol and respect expected in our relationship. Bishop Patterson had a quiet dignity about him that garnered the respect of everyone who crossed his path; he epitomizes a cherished era gone by, but he will remain in a precious spot in the hearts of those of us who were blessed to know him.

Respectfully,
Dr. Jimmy R. Jenkins, Sr.
Chancellor Emeritus
Elizabeth City State University

Virginia Darden

January 26, 2009

God bless you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Just know that God still has his loving arms around you.

Theresa Thomas

January 25, 2009

With deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one. He was such a nice man. He will be missed.
God Bless you and your family.
Theresa Thomas, Albermarle Eye Center

Samuel Smith

January 25, 2009

We the family members of Mrs. Captora Smith and the late Deacon George Smith of Plymouth, North Carolina regret the passing of our beloved friend and native son of Plymouth. We will forever cherish his visits in the area upon various events. He will truly be missed by longtime acquaintices especially the students who attended Elizabeth City State University from the Plymouth and Washington County area. Our prayers are with you all.Respectfully, Florentine S. Downing, Baltimore, Md. Fred Smith, Baltimore, Md. Mary Louise S. Duren, Peekskill, N. Y. Thornton Smith, Roper, N. C. James Smith, Mitcellsville, Md. Ethel S. Dozier, Hampton, Va., Richmond Triggs Smith And Bishop Samuel A. Smith, Plymouth, North Carolina. Mrs. Captora Smith, Mother/ Plymouth, North Carolina

Richard Rodney Robinson

January 24, 2009

My heart goes out to the family for this great icon of a man. He was loved and respected and a pleasure to work with in our church where he will be truly missed for his wisdom and many contributions made doing his life.

Bill Marshall

January 24, 2009

I met Bishop three years ago when I joined the Kiwanis Club. He was a very compassionate and caring gentleman. He always had a smile and he will be greatly missed by his fellow Kiwanians.

Janice Vail-Thorne

January 24, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

jackie reid

January 24, 2009

With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. He will truly be missed.

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