Donald Eugene Patterson, age 54 of Hastings, passed away on April 10, 2016. He was the loving father to Christopher (Erin) Patterson and Sara Patterson. Cherished grandpa to Rylee, Keeleigh, Kelsie, Bryson and Aryana. Brother of Joseph, Ronald and Donna Jean. Son of Donna Foster. Uncle to Thomas, Ryan, Amber, Shawn and Miranda. He was preceded in death by his nieces, Kathy Patterson and Heather Patterson, Uncle Bob and Grandpa Charles Hilton. Donald had a great love for music. He enjoyed fishing, riding his bike and spending time with friends and family. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Covell Funeral Home, Traverse City.