Charles William Patterson Sr.

1928 - 2022

Charles William Patterson Sr, 93, of Rome, Ga passed away Monday July 18, 2022 at a local hospital after a brief illness. He was born on August 20, 1928 in Rome, Ga, the son of Melvin and Minnie Lee Patterson. Mr. Patterson was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Freeman Patterson, and his daughter, Choya Stephens; brothers: Dexter Patterson, Rudolph Patterson, and Billy Patterson. Charles, better known as "Charlie" was a patriot. He was a dedicated service man serving in the United States Air Force and Army. Before entering the Mr. Patterson was an ametur boxer, where he obtained Golden Glove status and was on his way to the Olympics if not for the military. Once being discharged he worked for 36 years at Georgia Kraft and in his spare time he loved to cook barbecue, hunt, and fish. In his later years, he enjoyed his grandchildren and most enjoyed serving at his church. You could always count on him to be one of the first ones there starting the coffee, mopping, and parking cars. He is survived by his children Joan Nelson (Tony), Chuck Patterson (Kathy), Billy Patterson, and Patrick Patterson (Vickie). Six Grandchildren Nikki Radford, Carly Spivey (Tim), Anna Adams (Chase), Corey Patterson (Caity), Meghan Robbins (Colby), and Nick Nelson (Carmen DelReal). Ten great-grandchildren Brady Goodson, Brandon Radford, Brooke Radford, Anderson Adams, Davis Adams, Taylan Spivey, Zaylee Spivey, Branton Robbins, Bowen Robbins, and Saoirse Patterson; siblings: Bryan Patterson, and Patsy Patterson Sheehan; He was also survived by a very special friend Ms. Raynell Waters; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services are being held at Good Shepherd Funeral Home on Saturday, July 23, 2022. The family will receive friends from 2pm to 4pm with service immediately following with Rev. Gary Diggs officiating. Burial services with military honors will be held at Pisgah Baptist Church in Coosa. At all other times the families can be reached at their respective residences. Pallbearers include the following gentlemen: Tony Nelson, Nick Nelson, Chuck Patterson, Patrick Patterson, Corey Patterson, and Brady Goodson. If felt lead, in lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Boys and Girls Club. Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.