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Bobby Patterson Obituary

Bobby Lee Patterson

Bobby Lee Patterson, of Springfield, MO died on June 6, 2017. He was 85 years old.

Bobby was born on April 6, 1932 in Red Top, MO to Milford and Irene Patterson. Bobby served two years in the United States Army during the Korean War, where he earned several medals including a Purple Heart. He drove a truck for many years, initially delivering milk, and later working for both Campbell 66 and Associated Grocers. After retirement, Bobby enjoyed attending Drury University basketball games, eating out at Ruby Tuesdays, and spending time with his great granddaughters.

Bobby (known as Gramps to many) is survived by his son, Edwin Lee Patterson; his two grandchildren, Hollie Fleming and husband Jon, Matthew Patterson and wife Nicole; his five great-granddaughters Henlie, Savanna, Lyla, Charlotte, and Harper; a friend of 25 years Lela Darby; and siblings Betty Mayfield, Edwina Babb, Chod Patterson, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Glenda (Hesterlee) Patterson.

Visitation will be held at Greenlawn Funeral Home North on Friday, June 9, 2017 from 6-8pm. Funeral will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Greenlawn Funeral Home North, with burial to follow with military rites. Pastor Doug Shivers will officiate the ceremony. Memorial contributions may be made to Boulevard Baptist Church.

Published by News-Leader from Jun. 8 to Jun. 10, 2017.
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I remember Gramps at many a Hillcrest baseball game and smile as I see him driving past our house honking or scaring my boys when they'd be out mowing. Great guy and I know he will be missed by so many. Prayers to his family!

Randy & Julie Wright

June 9, 2017

Prayers for all of his family. Although I didn't know him, I know his sister and niece. I know through hearing about him that he was a great man and was dearly loved

Kim & Mike Martin

Kim Martin

June 8, 2017

I will see you again someday. And will look forward to a good laugh! Tell my dad hi for me.

patsy hurley

June 8, 2017

Bobby was always kind and gentle. He and Bob Johnston were good friends at AWG. I will miss his smiling face. RIP.

Rita Johnston

June 8, 2017

Bobby was always so happy and kind, especially to my (then) young son when we attended Boulevard. He seemed to have no enemies, only smiles. He will be missed but fond, fond memories of him live on.

Angie Miller

June 8, 2017

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