William Thomas "Tommy" Patterson

William Thomas Patterson “Tommy” went home to be with the Lord on Friday September 14, 2018. Tommy was born and raised in Jacksonville FL. He was retired from the Jacksonville Port Authority and then went on to various other jobs including drilling water wells with his Dad, Jack Patterson. He was predeceased by his Mother - Betty Patterson and his Father in Law - Glenn R. Lewis Sr. Survivors include: his wife of 42 years - Sandy Patterson, Dad – Jack Patterson, Brother – Edward Patterson (Sandra), Uncles – James “Snooky” King, Raymond King (Charlie Jean), Daughter- Christie Russell (Robert) as we have often said that Family is not defined by blood, Kimberly, Lee & CarLee Minyard and lots of other Family and Friends.

We wish to express our many thanks to the NE Florida Community Hospice, 8th street for your compassion and care for Tommy.

He was a man of many talents, working with wood was one of his favorites, and hobbies included tinkering in the garage, mowing the grass, fishing and most of all he loved to watch the Gator’s play. Tommy fought hard over the last 6 years and he will be deeply missed. You can bet that there was a crowd at Heaven’s gate to welcome him home.

A memorial service will be held at Dinsmore Baptist Church, on October 13, 2018 at 10:00am. The church is located at 10500 Old Kings Road, Jacksonville, FL 32219. This will be a celebration, we are not mourning our loss, rather, we are celebrating Heavens gain and the life that Tommy lived. So let’s wear those bright colors so heaven can see just how much Tommy was and will always be loved.