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Michael Patterson Obituary
Springfield, IL—Michael E. "Mick" Patterson Sr., 76, of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
Mick was born on February 1, 1944, in Springfield, the son of John and Stella (Reilly) Patterson. He worked for Pillsbury Mills, Fiatt-Allis and then for Phillips Brothers Printers for over 22 years, retiring in 2007. Mick loved Elvis, playing cards with friends, and spending time with his family and grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
He is survived by his wife, Oveda; children, Brenda Barbeck, Berni Patterson, Maggie (John) Shoudel, Michael (Georgette) Patterson Jr and Nancy "Binky" Patterson-Larson.; two step children Cindy (Ken) Deitsch and Jeffrey (Julia) Thorpe; 8 grandchildren; 6 step grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren, 2 step great grandchildren; siblings DeeDee (Jim) Bowsher, Charlie (Shirley) Patterson, Annie Patterson, and Eileen (Mark) Schmelzel and numerous beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home, 530 N. Fifth Street, Springfield, IL. Is in charge of arrangements.
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Neil Barbeck
November 4, 2020
Mick was a great man he was more than a father in law to me. He always had time to help me out. And treated me n everyone the same Rest In Peace mick til we meet again
Teri Noble Egnot
October 8, 2020
Our Riverton Hawk Volleyball Dad "Mick" Patterson was always there supporting his girls and her team. Thank you for being there for all of us. Keep a watchful eye over all of us, Dad Patterson and Oh say Hi to Elvis for me!!!! :) Until I see you again pops. #24 Teri Noble Egnot
Don & Joanne Apple
October 5, 2020
our sympathy and prayers go out to Oveda and family
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