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Jerome Patterson Obituary

GASTONIA – Jerome Leslie Patterson, 53, passed away at home on Friday, Nov. 28, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James Dillard and Fannie Clark Patterson.
He is survived by his brother, Tommy Joe Patterson and wife Carolyn of Monroe, N.C.; sister, Pamela Patterson White of Gastonia, and sister, Heather Patterson Fama and husband Michael of Daniels, W.Va. He also is survived by nephews and nieces, Zachary White and wife Ashley of Raleigh, Nicole, Taylor, Eli and Rachel Fama of Daniels. He also leaves behind his special little "puppy brother," Blu, who was his best friend.
Jerome was born Dec. 17, 1960 in Gastonia and attended Robinson Elementary and Ashbrook High School.
He served in the 505th National Guard Engineering Battalion in Gastonia for 13 years, and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
Jerome was a faithful friend to many, loved the outdoors, nature, God and Country, family and friends.
A memorial service will be held Monday, Dec. 1, 2014 at 7 p.m. in the Founders Chapel of McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia. The family will receive friends immediately following the memorial service.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Condolence messages may be sent online at www.McLeanFuneral.com.
McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the family of Mr. Patterson.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Gaston Gazette from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2014.

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Heather Fama

December 25, 2014

Merry Christmas Jerome. Christmas isn't the same without you. I love you and miss you.

Staci Goble

December 10, 2014

I am so sorry to learn of this. My prayers are with you.

Wayne and Deb Stouffer

December 5, 2014

So sorry for the loss of your Husband and Brother now. Clayton was one of the most respected men I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Jerome and I worked and occasionally fished together. He really loved the outdoors. All our love Pam.

Kim & Brian Draughn

December 5, 2014

Rest in Peace my dear friend!

Jan craft

December 2, 2014

Pam, So sorry to hear about your brother. To young to be gone. You are in my prayers.

Terri Payne

December 2, 2014

A wonderful soul and good man gone too soon my friend!! You will be missed by many and never forgotten.

Terri C. Payne

December 2, 2014

A wonderful soul and good man gone too soon my friend!! You will be missed by many and never forgotten.

steve welch

December 1, 2014

he was my childhood friend and hunting buddy will miss him but never forget him.

December 1, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and thoughts go out to the family and friends. May God comfort you all during these sad times. 1 Cor. 1:3, 4

Sincerely,
Neighbor

Anastasia Fama Morton

November 30, 2014

Jerome was a gentleman and kind soul. Appreciated his sheepish grin/ smile, he will be missed by many!

Torry

November 30, 2014

xoxoxoxo

Matt Psomadakis

November 30, 2014

I remember him from as far back as elementary school. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Kathy Caperton

November 30, 2014

Dear Heather, Sending love and prayers .
Hugh, Kathy & Preston

Heather Williams

November 30, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Sending many thoughts and prayers during this time

Pam and Randy Gavurnik

November 30, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the Lord lift you up in the days ahead. God bless.

Lynda Capps

November 30, 2014

RIP old friend... you will be missed!

Janet and Alan Lintala

November 30, 2014

Dear Heather and family, May warm memories, family stories, love and even humor bring a glow of light to help balance the deep sadness you must feel. Holding you in our thoughts and prayers!

John thomas

November 30, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. God Bless. John Thomas

Pam White

November 30, 2014

Jerome, you will be missed. I love you.

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