Deacon Gary R. Patterson

Let them come to the water

And let all who have nothing

Let them come to the Lord”

Deacon Gary Ronald Patterson went peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior on 26 of July 2012. Gary leaves his loving wife of 52 years, Margaret Patterson; his 5 grown children and their spouses, and their 17 grandchildren. Gary was a devout Catholic, who lived his life by example of faith to his family, church, and countless friends. Deacon Gary loved to share the gospel, and never neglected the opportunity to witness for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was well known throughout our community because of his volunteer work and ministry. Gary was ordained as a Catholic Deacon in 1995, and served at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Irwindale, California. Gary was very proud to be the Chaplain of the Irwindale Police Department for over five years—during which he shared his faith and led many to know our Lord. Aside from his pastoral duties, Deacon Gary was a long-time member of the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, Council 5650, and the Covina Concert Band. He celebrated and regaled in times going camping and off-roading with his family—always remaining thankful for all of God’s blessings.

It was an honor to know Deacon Gary as a man of deep faith and conviction—walking with Jesus throughout each step of his Christian life. His family would like to thank their many friends for their kindness and support during this time of sorrow.

A celebration of Deacon Gary Patterson will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Irwindale,CA, begining with the vigil on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 from 6pm-9pm with a 7pm rosary. Funeral service will be on Thursday, August 2, 2012 at 10am at Our Lady Of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Irwindale,CA. Commital service will be held on Saturday August 4,2012 at 10am at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Rowland Heights,CA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his memory to any of the following charities:

Los Angeles Deacons Charity Fund

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Building Fund

Citrus Valley Hospice