Charles E. “Chuck” Patterson, 83, Indiana, died Monday, December 7, 2020, while at the Indiana Regional Medical Center.
The son of Wilmer and Maude (Crossland) Patterson, he was born January 24, 1937, in Indiana, PA.
Chuck was a lifelong resident of Indiana. He was a veteran, having served in the army as a corporal.
Chuck, whose nickname was Chuzzy, loved being outdoors and spending time with his grandchildren. He was closest to his grandson David whom he spent many hours watching Steeler games while drinking coffee and also sharing time drinking coffee at the Valley Dairy. They both shared a bond, both having spent time in the military. Chuck was also close to his daughter Debra and they shared many conversations. He and his wife of 61 years Carol, were soul mates and enjoyed many good times together.
Those who knew Chuck will remember him for his sense of humor and being a jokester and someone who liked to upgrade his home and make repairs.
Chuck had an active life until the past few years when he developed dementia.
Surviving are his children, Debra Erb and Jeff Patterson; grandchildren, Cory Erb, David, Jonathon, and Brandon Green; great grandchildren, Ty Rusiewicz and Lilly Green; and a sister, Ruth Gibbons.
Preceding Chuck in death were his parents; wife, Carol (Ruffner) Patterson; daughter, Nola; and siblings, David, Clark, Gene, Wilmer, Leon, and Elizabeth.
Funeral arrangements will be private and under the direction of the John A Lefdahl Funeral Home.
