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Ray Patterson Obituary
Murfreesboro, TN - MSgt (Ret.) Ray Patterson, age 74, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 7, 2019. He was a native of Memphis, TN and the son of the late Marshall T. and Ella Coffman Patterson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Rachel Elaine Medford Patterson.
Funeral service will be 3:00pm Monday, June 10, 2019 at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Steve Hutson will officiate. Interment with Military Honors will be 11:00am Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, Pegram, TN
He is survived by his son, Michael Patterson and his wife Samantha, daughter, Angelia Weeks and her husband George, grandchildren, Elisabeth Weeks, George Weeks, Jr., William Weeks, Taylor Patterson and Michael Patterson, siblings, Marshall Patterson, Virginia Herndon and Juanita Sloan.
MSgt Patterson was a member of the Third Baptist Church and a 25 year veteran of the US Army. He served his community by volunteering at Stones River National Battlefield and St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. He was also a member of the R.O.M.E.O's who will serve as his pallbearers.
Visitation will be from 2:00 until 6:00pm Sunday, June 9, 2019 at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. 615-893-5151. www.woodfinchapel.com
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Michael Hiett
June 18, 2019
I am so sorry to hear that Ray Patterson has passed away. When I started volunteering at Stones River National Battlefield in March, Ray became a mentor to me on how to introduce visitors to the park. He and I volunteered on the same day of the week (I came in the morning and he came in the afternoon) and we had about an hour overlap at noon where we were able to get to know each other and he was able to show me how he approached visitors coming to the park and how he provided them information about the battle and the park. We also learned that we had served in the USAR together around the same time under the same headquarters unit in Nashville, and had mutual friends from our service in the Army Reserve. I was in Wyoming last week and just returned, so I was shocked to find out today that he had passed away! I knew that he had heath problems, but he was a trooper, never complaining and never really talking much about that. Please accept my sincere condolences, and God's blessings and comfort to the family as they grieve the loss of a mighty fine man, and a mighty fine soldier who served his country with honor.
Lisa Barrett
June 10, 2019
I enjoyed working with Mr. Ray at the Stones River National Battlefield. I am going to miss Ray and the talks we had every week. Hugs and prayers to his family and loved one.
Cindy Catalano
June 8, 2019
I enjoyed Ray so much as a fellow volunteer at Stones River. Such a sweet man. I will miss him. Hugs and condolences to his family and loved ones.
Valorie Toberman
June 8, 2019
GOD BLESS U uncle Bubba! You always had a smile to share and I remember when grandma used to babysit us at ur house how u used to tease us when u came home from baseball practice! Heaven got another good man on their roster!!
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Mary Ann Maynard
June 8, 2019
It was always a pleasure seeing Ray at St Thomas Rutherford Volunteer Services. He always had a kind word and big smile for everyone. My prayers are with the family and friends. May you Rest In Peace my friend.
Teresa Schafer
June 8, 2019
Mr Ray was such a Family man and loved spending time with all. May the hearts of the entire Family soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Laurie Foster
June 7, 2019
I am so very sorry to hear of Ray's passing. I knew him through the doctor's office I worked at and my husband (John) being a member of the R.O.M.E.O.S group. Ray was truly a gentleman and always had a smile. He will be dearly missed. I pray for his family and friends for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
John Foster
June 7, 2019
RIP Ray,
You will be missed.
John
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Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro1488 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
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Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro1488 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
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