John Charles Patterson, 77, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2017 in St. Andrew’s Village, Indiana, PA.
The son of Charles J. and Mary Bell (Fitzsimons) Patterson, he was born July 1, 1940 in New Kensington, PA.
John lived and worked on the family farm in Blacklick Twp. most of his life.
Surviving are two brothers, George C. “Nick” Patterson and his wife, Angie of Blairsville and Thomas E. Patterson of State College; one nephew and three nieces, several great nieces and nephews and several great-great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
As per John’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service.
Shoemaker Funeral Home, Inc., 49 N. Walnut St., Blairsville, PA entrusted with the arrangements.
To view the online obituary, sign the guest registry or send condolences, visit www.shoemakerfh-monuments.com
JOHN PATTERSON, 77
By Bill Berry
Dec 26, 2017 | 12:43 AM

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