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William Patterson Obituary
Patterson Sr., William M. age 88, WWII US Navy Veteran, beloved husband of the late June I. Patterson (nee Van Herwynen), loving father of William Jr. (Peggy) and Gerry (Pamela), dear grandfather of Johnathan, Debra, Darren, and Erick. Former resident of Calumet Park for many years. Long time member Johnson-Phelps V.F.W. Post 5220 of Oak Lawn. Visitation Thursday, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. and Harlem), Orland Park. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. Memorials to Palos Community Hospital preferred. Express your thoughts and condolences at www.colonialchapel.com. 708-532-5400 
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Turh VanHerwynen
January 6, 2009
To my long time friend and brother-in-law. We grew up together living 1 block away from each other. Upon getting to be teen agers we went with the same crowd until the the war which changed thngs. We have been true in-laws and friends than 70 years. I'll miss you so much. Ruth VanHerwynen.
Darren Boyce
January 6, 2009
Grandpa will be truely missed. I'm going to miss his warm smile, gentle handshake and unbelieveable patience. Grandpa loved to talk about trains and loved to be on the golf course. My condolences go out to our family and friends of an amazing person who really made a positive impact , personally in my life, as a father and husband. What a great guy!!!
Love, Darren Boyce and Family
The Staff of Colonial Chapel, Ltd.
January 6, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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