Jason A. Patchen

Jason A. Patchen obituary, Elmira, NY

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563 Jerusalem Hill Road, Horseheads, NY 14845

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316 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901

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Jason Patchen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Walter J. Kent Funeral Home - Elmira on Mar. 13, 2026.
Jason A. Patchen

Age 46, of Elmira, NY. He was born December 3, 1979 in Elmira, the son of Robert and Janette (Rock) Patchen and passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026 unexpectedly at home. He was predeceased by his father Robert and is survived by his mother Janette Patchen of Elmira Heights; brother Robert Patchen, Jr. of Horseheads; nieces and nephew Alyssa, Robert III and Mallory; great niece and nephew Avery and Anthony. Jason was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was a member of the Sons of the American Legion, Elmira. A celebration of Jason's life will be held on Saturday, April 13th at the Elmira America Legion 316 Lake Street Elmira, NY 14901 at 1:00 pm. The Chemung Veteran's Honor Guard will accord Military Honors to Jason to start the service. All are welcome.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

17

Service

11:00 a.m.

Forest Lawn Memorial Park

563 Jerusalem Hill Road, Horseheads, NY 14845

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Apr

18

Service

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

American Legion

316 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Apr

18

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

American Legion

316 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.