Celebrating the life of
Maxine Dodson Patterson
July 13, 1936 - January 02, 2010
Savannah, Georgia - Maxine Dodson Patterson, 73, died January 2, 2010 at her residence. She was born in Bainbridge, Georgia, daughter of the late Winston and Lillie Mae Sellers Dodson. She lived in Bainbridge many years prior to moving to Nashville, Tennessee where she was a Real Estate Agent. She lived in Savannah for fifteen years and was a homemaker. Mrs. Patterson was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a wonderful caregiver to many. Her husband, Charles Edwin Patterson, Sr. preceded her in death.
Surviving are two daughters, Karen Elaine Patterson and Donna Lynn Patterson Hall both of Savannah; son and daughter-in-law, Charles Edwin "Ed" Patterson, Jr. and Virginia Patterson of Rincon; sisters, Jimmie Williams of Bainbridge, GA; Charlotte Herring of Bainbridge, GA; Gail Brown of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Charles Edwin Patterson, III, Steven Marcello Patterson and Thomas Joseph Patterson all of Rincon; and several nieces, nephews and a special friend, George Sherman of Savannah.
Visitation: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 4, 2010 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
A private burial will be in the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
Remembrances: American Heart Association National Center, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231 or American Diabetes Association, Savannah Office, 5105 Paulsen St., Suite C236, Savannah, GA 31405.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel, Savannah, Georgia
Ed, we are sorry to here of your mother's passing. We were not able to come but remember seeing her just a few weeks ago at the funeral here. Know you will miss her and wanted you to know we love you and the family. Love Willis & Alice
- Willis & Alice Dodson, Cairo, GA
I loved Aunt Mackie dearly and wish I could be there at this time. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you all.
- Patsy Harkins, , GA
Donna, My husband and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Maxine was a caring and wonderful woman. I will always treasure the tape of piano music she made for me during my hospital stay. Our prayers are with you all. Val and Keith Shipman Originally of Buckingham South
- Keith and Val Shipman, Savannah, GA
Ed, Karen and Donna - I want all of you to know how much I love and think about all three of you every day. I loved Aunt Mackie so much and will always remember all of the many years of fun and laughs we've all had. All the old days growing up together - will be cherished in my memories forever. I am so sorry that I can't be there with ya'll during these hard days but with Peyton I just couldn't. I know that things will be so different for all of you but don't forget your ole cousin and I promise to come see ya'll as soon as I can. I love ya'll, Melissa
- Melissa Stewart, Albany, GA
Ed, Karen and Donna, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris, Deby, Christopher & Caitlyn
- The Lain's, Savannah, GA
Donna, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. I pray that your fond memories of her will bring you comfort as you pass through your grieving period. Please know that I am praying for you and that I am available whenever you need listening, compassionate ears. Love you, Evelyn C. Polite
- Evelyn C. Polite, Savannah, GA
Karen - I never had the privilege to meet your Mother, but I know her character and heart because of the wonderful daughter she raised. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Deborah
- Deborah Burt, Hilton Head Island, SC
Karen, Donna, & Ed, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of our childhood days and how your parents always treated me like one of their own. Ms. Maxine will always hold a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Helen
- Helen G. Stembridge, Macon, GA
Ed, we are sorry to here of your mother's passing. We were not able to come but remember seeing her just a few weeks ago at the funeral here. Know you will miss her and wanted you to know we love you and the family. Love Willis & Alice
- Willis & Alice Dodson, Cairo, GA
I loved Aunt Mackie dearly and wish I could be there at this time. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you all.
- Patsy Harkins, , GA
Donna, My husband and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Maxine was a caring and wonderful woman. I will always treasure the tape of piano music she made for me during my hospital stay. Our prayers are with you all. Val and Keith Shipman Originally of Buckingham South
- Keith and Val Shipman, Savannah, GA
Ed, Karen and Donna - I want all of you to know how much I love and think about all three of you every day. I loved Aunt Mackie so much and will always remember all of the many years of fun and laughs we've all had. All the old days growing up together - will be cherished in my memories forever. I am so sorry that I can't be there with ya'll during these hard days but with Peyton I just couldn't. I know that things will be so different for all of you but don't forget your ole cousin and I promise to come see ya'll as soon as I can. I love ya'll, Melissa
- Melissa Stewart, Albany, GA
Ed, Karen and Donna, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris, Deby, Christopher & Caitlyn
- The Lain's, Savannah, GA
Donna, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. I pray that your fond memories of her will bring you comfort as you pass through your grieving period. Please know that I am praying for you and that I am available whenever you need listening, compassionate ears. Love you, Evelyn C. Polite
- Evelyn C. Polite, Savannah, GA
Karen - I never had the privilege to meet your Mother, but I know her character and heart because of the wonderful daughter she raised. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Deborah
- Deborah Burt, Hilton Head Island, SC
Karen, Donna, & Ed, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of our childhood days and how your parents always treated me like one of their own. Ms. Maxine will always hold a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Helen
- Helen G. Stembridge, Macon, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
