Marion Joe Patterson of Raeford died March 8, 2023 in his home after a three-year battle with cancer, at the age of 41.
He was born in Moore County on September 13, 1981 to the late Marion Weaver Patterson and Francis Parker Patterson.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe Parker (Siddie), Chester Wade (Lillian), and Leon Patterson.
He is survived by his sister, Kim Patterson; a very special niece, Kayleigh; grandmother, Lavinia Patterson; uncle, William Patterson (Rachel); Jim Wade, Julie, and Rob Crawford; special aunt, Donna Ritz (Paul); Dinky Wade (Jeff); aunt Carla Joe (Mike); faithful friends, Elizabeth (Greg), Pete and Joe, Dwayne, and Aaron (he took him to the coast for an overnight camping trip and spent two weekends with him at home with his guitar.)
The family would like to give a special thanks to the hospice team, Ben, Karin, Danielle, Donna, and Dr. Garnett Lowry.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like all donations to go to the Hospice Foundation of Hoke County Inc. (P.O Box 1584, Raeford, NC 28376)
A graveside service was held 2 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2023 in the Raeford Cemetery.