Donald Patterson passed away February 25, 2026, at the age of 90. Don was born in Venice CA, on June 7, 1935. He and Irene were married on October 12, 1986, in Grass Valley. They lived in Sacramento for 40 years. Donald was a contractor and had his own business - Patterson Garage Door Service. He was a long-time member of the American Legion Post 391, Carpenters Union, Polka Boosters, Eagles and the Moose Lodge. He had a passion for dancing and was an avid reader. Don and Irene traveled to Europe many times and visited Germany, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Holland, and England. They also enjoyed several cruises.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Ada Patterson, and siblings Charlie, Marjorie, Ruth and Norma and nephew Earl Kennedy. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Irene Patterson, his son Robert and wife Teresa, their children Zachary and Erika, Irene’s daughters Carolyn (Steve), Kathy (Theodore), Renita (Gary) and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
