Terry E. Patterson

Terry E. Patterson, 61, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, died November 10, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. Terry was born on November 21, 1963 in Battle Creek to Archie and Eileen (Burgett) Patterson. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army National Guard as a heavy-duty equipment operator. Terry enjoyed hunting and fishing and working on things. Above all else, he loved spending time with his family.

Terry married Diane Youngs on May 8, 1993, who survives. He is also survived by his two children, Jessica Mosher and D.J. Mosher; grandchildren, Sasha (Luke) Ware and Amy (James) Akers; a great-grandson, Grayson Akers; his siblings, Paul (Debbie) Thorton, Sandi Burns, Debbie Thorton, Mark (Michelle) Thorton, Gary (Angie) Patterson, Cindy (Bryan) Hughes, Lisa Steele, Vickie (Rick) Seltenright, Dean Patterson, Eric Patterson, Archie Patterson and Authum Patterson and many nieces and nephews.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

A memorial service to celebrate Terry’s life will be announced in the coming days. Interment with full military honors will follow at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Arrangements by the Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Home & Cremation Care. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com.