Bobby Patton

Bobby Patton obituary

Bobby Patton

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Bobby Patton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fern Creek Funeral Home - Louisville on Aug. 28, 2025.

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Bobby Howard Patton, 83, died Monday, August 25, 2025.

He was born August 22, 1942 in Clinton County, Kentucky, son of Elmer and Louise Rigney Patton.

Bobby was an electrician and retired from Henderson Electric Company. He was an Army veteran and U of L fan. He enjoyed working outside in his yard and on various garage projects.

In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his son, Ronnie Patton; siblings, Lorene Gibson, Collene, and Terry Patton.

He is survived by his daughter, Kristi Eaton (Matthew); sons, Rodney and Bobby (Chrissy) Patton; grandchildren, Elijah, Sydney, Abigail, Isaiah, Hannah, Ariella, Noah, Nathan and Luke Eaton, Brandon Deetch, and Ashley, Austin, Amanda, and Kelsey Patton; and siblings, Olene Gossage and Gary Patton (Sandy).

His funeral is 6pm Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at Fern Creek Funeral Home, 5406 Bardstown Road, Louisville, Kentucky. Visitation is after 1pm until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to The Wounded War Project.

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Fern Creek Funeral Home

5406 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40291

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