Gary Erwin Patterson passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Gary was born on August 28, 1941 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Gary attended Pleasantville High School in Iowa. He served in the Marines and then worked in the construction industry.
Gary moved to Florida in 1971 and made his home in Tampa, Florida. Gary was a general contractor and had his own business for many years until he retired.
He enjoyed Nascar, Buccaneer football, playing cards and slots at the casino. He loved spending time with his family and especially his great-granddaughter Reme.
He is survived by his three daughters. Tami ( Alan ) Kowalkowsky, Audrea Patterson and Sydney (Michael) McAllister. Grandchildren Chris (Brandi), Victoria, Tammara & Michael III. Great-grandchild, Reme and friend, Lois Zardinskas.
He is survived by two sisters, Donna and Mary-Kay, and several nieces and nephews.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents and brother Dennis.
He will be missed dearly by all that knew him.
Memorial contributions can be made to Woundedwarriorproject.org in lieu of flowers.
https://communityfundraising.woundedwarriorproject.org/campaign/Gary_Patterson_USMC
Service and internment will be privately held at Florida National Cemetery.
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You are forever in my heart. Miss and love you Dad. Will take your advice of “just keep going”. Will miss our times together at family functions and meeting up to play some slots. Love you Dad. Your daughter, Sydney
Losing someone so special can feel incredibly overwhelming. I am sending love to you and your family during this trying time.
It was a pleasure to have met your father on his birthday. On hero like him is what this country is made from. Thank God that he has him in a great place with all the heroes that served this great country of ours. May he Rest in eternal peace.
R.I.P. Leatherneck. Semper Fidelis.
Rest well Marine! Thank you for your service. SemperFi brother!
Rest in peace, sir. Semper Fi🇺🇸
Gary, to my former husband, my friend for 60 years, father to our precious daughters, Tami, Audrea, and Sydney, may you rest in peace in the hands of God. We will all miss you. Till we meet again, love, Dianne