Richard Patterson, 81, of Muldrow, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024 in Fort Smith. He was born November 10, 1942 in Fresno, CA to the late Garth and Lucille (DeLuca) Patterson. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, and was a retired truck driver.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Barbara Ann Patterson; and a brother, Garth Patterson.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Patterson of the home; a daughter, Rhonda Tomlinson (Tony) of Maud, OK; a son, Brad Patterson (Gina) of Alma; a stepdaughter, Felicia Pritchett (Frank) of Muldrow; two stepsons, Donald Williams (Mindy) of Gravette, and Edward Williams (Ashley) of Bella Vista; a brother-in-law, Jerry Waters of Tulsa; nine grandchildren, Andrea Jeffcoat, Derrick Smotherman, Tyler Smotherman, Ryan Smotherman, Nicole Ackerman, Kyle Flanagan, Nick Williams, Alee Williams, and Tara Badeaux; and ten great-grandchildren.
A family-hosted graveside memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2024 at the Fort Smith National Cemetery. Cremation is under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR.
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