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Patrick Patterson Obituary

Patrick L. Patterson

July 7, 1955 - December 30, 2025

Leawood, Kansas - Patrick L. Patterson, age 70, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away on December 30, 2025, surrounded by family. Patrick was born on July 7, 1955, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to John and Maureta (Brown) Patterson.

Patrick was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Barbara, of Leawood, Kansas; his son, Matthew, and his wife, Bailey, of Overland Park, Kansas; two beloved grandchildren, Jack and Ivy; his brother Mike and his wife, Paula; his mother-in-law, Verna Seek, and two sisters-in-law and their husbands, Janet and Greg Eastin, and Pat and Tim Powers. He also leaves behind eight nieces and nephews, extended family, dear friend, Tom Cranshaw, his little dog, Misty, and many friends and former colleagues. Patrick will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

Patrick's Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 3 p.m. at the Church of the Resurrection, located at 13720 Roe Avenue, Leawood, Kansas, 66224, in the Wesley Covenant Chapel. A Celebration of Life meal will follow in the Student Center. Patrick suggested that guests wear casual clothing. The service will be livestreamed at https://online.brushfire.com/careandmentalwellness/memorials/xj6tk2kb8x. There will be a private inurnment at Church of the Resurrection's Memorial Garden.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Church of the Resurrection, Missions Department, Attn: Finance, 13720 Roe Ave., Leawood, KS 66224; KKFI 90.1FM, PO Box 32250, Kansas City, MO 64171; or Flourish Furnishings, PO Box 778, Grandview, MO 64030. Please indicate that gifts are in memory of Patrick. A full obituary may be viewed at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/kansas-city-mo/patrick-patterson-12689264

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Published by Kansas City Star from Jan. 22 to Jan. 28, 2026.

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Steve & Kay Haddad

February 2, 2026

Dear Barbie & Matt,
Patrick was a wonderful person, our condolences to both of you and the family. We wish you the very best going forward.
Steve & Kay Haddad

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Mike Patterson

January 23, 2026

"He's not heavy...he's my Brother". Thank you for everything Patrick.

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