William "Bill" Patton
1939 - 2016
William "Bill" Patton
1939 - 2016
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BORN
1939
DIED
2016
William Patton Obituary
West Des Moines
William "Bill" Patton, 77, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Unity Point Methodist in Des Moines. Memorial Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Covenant Presbyterian Church in West Des Moines with burial at Resthaven Cemetery.
William was born February 12, 1939 in Mason City, Iowa to Roger and Helen (VanSickle) Patton. William retired as Captain in U.S. Navy after 27 years, in both active and reserve roles. During his time as a reserve officer, William was VP of sales for Stitzell Electric Company in Des Moines. William was a member of the Downtown Rotary and also a past member of the Lion's Club in West Des Moines. He was very active in the church and served as an Ordained Elder and was also on the memorial and property committees. William was also a timer for the Drake Relays for over 20 years. He was an avid Hawkeye fan, enjoyed golfing, traveling, and sailing, but his first love was his grandchildren and attending all their activities and events.
William is survived by his wife of 40 years, Sally; son, Scott (Angie) of Woodstock, Georgia, David (LeAnn) of Aurelia, Iowa; step-son, Shawn (Brenda) Shearer of Dallas, Texas; step-daughter, Heidi Koch of West Des Moines; and 15 grandchildren; Lexie, Annika, Lauren, Alex and Will Patton; Tyler, Nicholas, Parker, and Ryan Shearer, Sloane and Channing Verbic; Nicole, Blake, Tatum and Piper Koch. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Richard Patton.
A Memorial Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at McLaren's Chapel in West Des Moines. Memorials may be directed to Covenant Presbyterian Church.
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Mike Landwehr
April 8, 2016
Sue and I are so sad to learn of Bill's passing. Bill always had a smile, and something positive to say. Bill shared a lot of good times with his Wednesday golfing group over the past 15 years, and he will be missed by all who knew him.
April 8, 2016
Sally, So sorry to hear about Bill. Enjoyed many wonderful bridge games in your lovely home and Bill was hard to beat. He was a gentle man and one great guy. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Frances Riggs
Scottsdale,
Arizona
Michael Funge
April 8, 2016
I had the pleasure of meeting Bill on couple occasions here in Columbus. Scott's wedding and a couple of OSU vs. Iowa football games. He was always in good spirits. Everyone enjoyed his company. I am sure he will be missed and greatly remembered.
James Jones
April 7, 2016
So Sorry to hear this....Sally, Jan & I wish you our condolences and we know Bill is in heaven! We are glad that we were able to connect on a few occasions in the past few years. Let us know if we can help with anything you may need. Love Jim & Jan Jones(former Mason City, now Sequim, WA).
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Henry Shaw
April 7, 2016
I'm sorry for your loss!! Bill and Sally were GREAT neighbors!!! Rest in Peace "Mr. Bill".... Henry and Sharon Shaw
April 7, 2016
So sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I had known Bill from the time we were little kids until we graduated from high school.
Our parents and grandparents were friends.
Jane Smith Arevalo
Randy Worth
April 7, 2016
Bill was one of the first people to introduce himself to me when I joined Rotary, He was a great freind and wonderful person.
Sherri TraViss Pike
April 7, 2016
I was greatly saddened to hear about Bill's passing today at Rotary. I will miss him, he was a great man and I really enjoyed talking with him. Prayers for the family at this sorrowful time.
Dorothy Taylor
April 7, 2016
So sorry to hear about Bill, I didn't know him well but I always enjoyed the two of you stopping by customer service when I was working! Always a smile. My prayers are with you! I know he will be missed.
Kelly Sargent
April 7, 2016
Bill was a long-time and highly-valued member of Rotary. We will all miss him.
Eleanor Short
April 7, 2016
So sorry for your loss. With kind and loving thoughts to you and your family at this sad time.
April 7, 2016
From one of your golfing crew who really enjoyed our time cruising the a tough course at DMCC, Bon Voyage Captain. Richard (I can four putt from here) Stageman.
libby muelhaupt
April 7, 2016
Shawn and Brenda, the kids and I are praying for you both, and for Shawn's entire family right now during this time of loss. Bill sounded like an extraordinary man, and I'm sorry I never had the chance to know him. Those who did must consider themselves very lucky.
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