Rusty was born February 15, 1957 in Rockford to Morrie and Eleanor Patterson. In 1987 he married Faith De Pew.
Rusty loved spending time with his family. He was especially proud of his son Nick and his three grandchildren. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife Faith, golfing, watching sports, and spending time with his friends and his dogs.
Rusty was survived by his wife, Faith; his son Nick Patterson; his three grandchildren, Jared, Abigail, and Evan; his sisters, Beth (David Schmidt) Patterson and Judy (David) Madden.
There will be a visitation from 3 to 7pm on Friday, January 20 at Marengo-Union Funeral Home, 505 E. Grant Hwy, Marengo. There will be a service at 7pm.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Marengo-UnionFuneralHome.com for the Patterson family.