James Henry Patterson

Remembering my friend, confidant and ship-mate with warm affection and a space in my heart that never filled.

I MISS MY SHIPMATE, MY FRIEND. AT THIS TIME OF CRISIS I MISS YOUR WISE CONSUL.

Six years is not a long time, it is a lifetime when you can talk to a friend like James. I hear his voice from time to time when I'm sailing and it warms my heart and stirs my memories we shared as shipmates. Miss you still.

James was a Gentle Giant of a man. Always so friendly and welcoming. It was a joy to be around him. He was a great example to all.

My deepest condolences to the family of James Pattison-- James, the cook.

I will always remember my experience as an Educator/Deckhand onboard La Amistad during spring 2002 as being ever richer because of James' great cooking.

I hope his soul rests in peace.

To the family of James Patterson: my deepest condolences to the entire family and friends. I never knew he had done so much wonderful things in life - from a great kid to a military guy, to being a ship lover, to being a best coach in sports, to care for deaf children at a deaf school years ago, to being a wonderful husband and siblings he loves so dearly.

May my prayers give you peace and good memories.

RIP, James

My deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of James Patterson. James remembered me as "hotdog annie" and a part of my more zestful youth goes with him. He would often saunter from his home back then in downtown over to my hotdog cart in the brick ally for 2 dogs with just a little kraut and mustard. Always calm and cool with that big smile. He was full of spirit that overflowed generously to everyone he met. His memory will be eternal and forever a part of downtown Mystic. My...

Our sympathy to you and family. I know Him when I was at Mystic Oral School while James was houseparent.. He was wonderful guy and smile, too. Rinette (Berube) Potter.