Willie Patton Obituary
He was born July 11, 1952 in Arkansas, son of the late Arthur Patton and Fannie Burton-Patton.
Willie had accepted Christ into his life. He was a graduate of Risco High School and had worked as a machinist for Plastene in Portageville, MO for 38 years before retiring. He enjoyed reading, wrestling, barbequing, going to China Buffet, and spending time with his family-especially his grandkids.
On June 19, 1977 in Parma, MO he married Sandra Anderson-Patton, they were married for 48 years. She survives of the home in Lilbourn, MO.
Other survivors include one son, Curtis (Elle) Wilson of North Carolina; one daughter, Erica Patton of Howardville, MO; two brothers, Freddie Patton of Malden, MO and Roy Patton of Indiana; grandchildren, Brian Frazier, Tianna Hall Patton, Tierra Patton, Printavious Perkins, Ciera Horn, Curtis Wilson Jr., and Mya Wilson; six great-grandchildren; and a host of in-laws, cousins, and nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Willie was preceded in death by one son, Shawn Patton; and one sister, Bertha Patton.
A memorial service will be Saturday, January 3, 2026 beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Pilgrim Rest Church; 404 E Ewing St, Lilbourn, MO 63862.
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