Edward N. Patten Sr. went home to his Jesus March 18, 2012. Born in Naugatuck, Connecticut August 19, 1922. Survived by his two sons Edward Jr. and Donald. Seven grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. Proceeded in death by two Wonderful and faithful wives Sarah O and Edith Bibee. He is a veteran of WWII, He served In the USAAF in the first air commandos and with The Flying Tigers in China, Burma and India as an Aircraft Mechanic. He retired from Civil Service at North Island Naval Station on Coronado Island in San Diego, CA.