Celebrating the life of
James Desmond Patterson
September 08, 1924 - August 22, 2011
James Desmond Patterson, Sr., 87, passed away Monday, August 22, 2011 after a long illness. He was a World War II Pacific Veteran. In 1947 he and his father, Roscoe Patterson started a business known as Patterson Car & Home Supply located on East Broad and Liberty Streets in Savannah. Over the years the business relocated several times and evolved into a marine business selling boats and accessories Patterson Company on Skidaway Road. In 1994 the business was closed and he retired and spent many years enjoying his favorite hobby, fishing.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roscoe and Lillie Mae Patterson.
He is survived by his wife, Betty G. Patterson, one son, James Desmond Patterson, Jr., two daughters, Patricia Patterson and Elizabeth Woods, and several grandchildren.
There will be a private burial at New Hope Cemetery in Leefield, Georgia.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Desi, The residents and staff of John-Wesley would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Anita Welling, Savannah, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Many fond memories of our 'journey' together. Bill Gustin
- Bill Gustin, Tybee Islalnd, GA
Mr. Patterson was a one of a kind. He was a dear freind to my grandfather, Jim Lynes, which made him a freind of mine. Although he will be missed, he has gone on to be in a better place. Farewell old freind.
- Keith Lynes, Savannah, GA
I was saddened to read about Mr.Desmonds passing.I have fond memories back when I worked for him.He made a big impression on me!men like him are slowly fading away.The great of greatest generation.My prayers will be with the family.
- henry white, savannah, GA
The Rhinrs family sends sympathy and fond memories from years past,remembering the past generations of Rhines and Pattersons. Primarily business related but fondly remembered.
- Clyde Rhines, savannah, GA
Desi, The residents and staff of John-Wesley would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Anita Welling, Savannah, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Many fond memories of our 'journey' together. Bill Gustin
- Bill Gustin, Tybee Islalnd, GA
Mr. Patterson was a one of a kind. He was a dear freind to my grandfather, Jim Lynes, which made him a freind of mine. Although he will be missed, he has gone on to be in a better place. Farewell old freind.
- Keith Lynes, Savannah, GA
I was saddened to read about Mr.Desmonds passing.I have fond memories back when I worked for him.He made a big impression on me!men like him are slowly fading away.The great of greatest generation.My prayers will be with the family.
- henry white, savannah, GA
The Rhinrs family sends sympathy and fond memories from years past,remembering the past generations of Rhines and Pattersons. Primarily business related but fondly remembered.
- Clyde Rhines, savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
