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James Patrom Obituary
James E. Patrom, Age 83 of El Paso, went to be with the Lord on September 11, 2023.James was born on April 9, 1940, in El Paso to Clarence and Maggie Patrom.
He spent his working career in the construction business and was a Baptist.He loved gardening, his cows and his dog, Lobo. James was always willing to lend a helping hand and loved to be around his family.
James is survived by his three children; Suzanne (Billy) Eiland of Louisiana, Chris (Missy) Patrom of El Paso, Jennifer (Noah) Simmons of Vilonia; five brothers, Bob, Harold, Danny, Dwight and Ronnie Patrom; two sisters, Betty Hester and Susie McNeely; seven grandchildren, Brandon, Lauren, Nicholas, Kassidy, Austin, Ryan and Camryn; seven great grandchildren, Braycen, Abel, Hesley, Jude, Grayson, Aspen and Tatum.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bennie John and Bill; sisters, Freda Mae and Jane; and one great grandchild Connor.
The family will receive friends and family on Wednesday evening, September 13th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Smith Westbrook Funeral Home. Services will be held Thursday, September 14, 2023, 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel at Smith Westbrook Funeral Home, 404 W Dewitt Henry, Beebe, Arkansas.Interment at Grissard Cemetery, El Paso.
To view the online obituary, please visit www.smithfamilycares.com/westbrook.Arrangements by Smith Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe.
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