James
“Jim” Patterson, age 72, of Fair Play, MO, passed away March 23, 2013, in his
home. He was born to Emerson and Georgia
(Miller) Patterson October 6, 1940, in Stockton, MO. James married Violetta Wright March 6, 1964.
He
was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother Eddie Michael Patterson.
He
is survived by his wife of 49 years Violetta Patterson of the home; a son Chris
Patterson of Fair Play, MO; a daughter LaVonda Patterson of Colorado; two
grandsons: Brandon Ulum of Colorado, and Justin Patterson of Arkansas.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM
Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at Pitts Chapel.
Burial will follow at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery Aldrich, with full
military honors. Visitation will be from
6:00 to 8:00 PM in the funeral home Tuesday, March 26, 2013.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Pitts Chapel Bolivar, MO.