Gregory John Patterson

Gregory John Patterson obituary, Greenville, SC

Gregory John Patterson

Gregory Patterson Obituary

Visit the Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes - Downtown Chapel website to view the full obituary.
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Gregory John Patterson, 93, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 after a brief illness.
Greg was born on October 13, 1932, in Winston Salem, NC, the third son of John and Helen Patterson. His parents both came to the US from Greece early in the 20th century and raised their family in the Greek community, first in Winston Salem and then in Greensboro.
Greg had a very sharp mind and quick wit. He was self-reliant and also ready to help others in any way he could. He always asked people to tell him about themselves, and he remembered every detail. He held onto his independence for as long as he could. Even in the last days of his life, he preferred helping others to allowing them to help him.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Fotini (Florence); his daughter and son-in-law, Ashley and Chuck Wile of Irmo, SC; his son and daughter-in-law, John and Jana Patterson of Elon, NC; his grandsons, Justin Goodman and Gregory Patterson II; and step-granddaughters Jennifer Rubin and Amy Wile. He is also survived by his younger brother, Charles Patterson of Greensboro, NC; sister-in-law, Vasiliki Patterson and nephew, John Patterson; step-daughter, Emily Tsonis and her husband and children Fanis, George, and Fotinoula; and step-son, Jimmy Prentzas, all of Greece.
Greg was preceded in death by his parents, his older brothers, Nick and Gus; his first wife, Corky; and his life-long best friend, George Cranford.
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Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Greenville, SC, where he was a member for many years. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m., immediately followed by the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be at Woodlawn Memorial Park.
He will be remembered as a man who loved his family and worked hard to give them a good life. May his memory be eternal!
Remembrances may be made to Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 406 N. Academy St. Greenville, SC 29601.
Friends are encouraged to share their favorite memories of Greg with the family by clicking on the button labeled "Share A Memory." To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Gregory, please visit our floral store.
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