Paul M. Patterson, 82, of St. Simons Island, departed this life Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at his residence. Graveside services will be held at 11AM Thursday, November 12, 2015 at Oglethorpe Memorial Gardens on St. Simons Island with Rev. Jim Crandall officiating.
Born September 5, 1933 in Brunswick Georgia to the late John J. and Madeline M. Patterson, he was a graduate of The University of Georgia and a US Army Veteran. Following college and his enlistment in the military, Mr. Patterson worked for Pan American Airlines and traveled with his family extensively. During his tenure with Pan Am he lived in Denver, CO and Indianapolis, IN. After returning to St. Simons he pursued his artistic endeavors and was the owner of Gallery One. Mr. Patterson became a well-known artist in the area and his work appears in many places on St. Simons Island and Sea Island.
Survivors include his sister, Andrea Patterson, and nephew Geoffrey J. Decker, both of San Francisco, and several cousins.
The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6PM until 8 PM at Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to The Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia, 4627 US-17, Brunswick, GA 31525. Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
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