Elaine Patterson

Elaine Patterson obituary, Toledo, OH

Elaine Patterson

Elaine Patterson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The House of Day Funeral Service, Inc. on Dec. 27, 2023.

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Elaine Denise Patterson was born March 27, 1956 in Toledo, Ohio to the late Mr. and Mrs. Morton (Lillian) Patterson. Elaine was affectionately known as "Granny" and "Ms. Elaine. Elaine was the youngest of 9 children born to this union. She departed this life on December 23, 2023at Orchard Villa under the care of Hospice.
Elaine was a 1975 graduate of Woodward High School. Elaine was always a hard worker. As a young woman she lived an active life playing softball in which she played the position of pitcher. Her love of softball led her to be known as "Granny" to the Toledo Athletics.
Elaine was loved by all who knew her. She was a very family-oriented person who was known for keeping track of family birthdays.
Elaine was preceded in death by both parents, and siblings as follows John Patterson, Mary Witcher, Terry Patterson, Patricia Patterson and Dorthea Quinn.
She leaves to cherish her daughters Andrea and Tameca Patterson. Five grandchildren, Asia Patterson, Totquise Oliver, Totnesha (Lance) Davenport, Teondre' Patterson, Tamia Patterson, 9 great grandchildren, brothers, Russell and Morton Patterson, and sister Shirley (Greg) Gregory, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

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