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George Patterson Jr., 85

February 19, 2019

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — George Patterson Jr., 85, of Williamstown, MA., died Tuesday February 19, 2019 at Williamstown Commons.



He was born in North Adams, MA on February 8, 1934, son of George Patterson Sr. and Doria (Remillard) Brassard Patterson. He attended Clarksburg schools and graduated from Drury High School with the class of 1952. He received an Associate's Degree from Westfield State College.



George was a veteran of the Korean War and served in the US Army.



George was a Grade A tool and die maker at Sprague Electric Co. for 25 years. He also taught machine trades at McCann Technical High School and at the SW Vermont Career Development Center.



He was a member of the Post #125 American Legion in North Adams and was the Past Commander of VFW Post #9144 in Clarksburg. George was an avid fisherman who loved tying flies and also enjoyed hiking, skiing, archery, golfing. He loved to travel and research family genealogy.



Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Claire Marie (Viens) Patterson whom he married on November 29, 1958; four daughters, Terry Jeanne Vivori and her husband, Philip of Clarksburg, Christine Marie Van Horn of Ada, OK, Caroline Hope Collins and her husband, John of North Adams, and Alison Anne Patterson-Mazemenos of Greece; his grandchildren, Jacob James Vivori of Salt Lake City, UT, Alison Collins of Williamstown, Jonathan Van Horn of Ada, OK, Justin Van Horn of Ada, OK, Jordan Van Horn of Decatur, GA, Caroline Sweeney of Ada, OK, Yianni Mazemenos and George Mazemenos of Greece; his great-grandchildren, Kirk Van Horn, Emma Van Horn, Archer Van Horn, Brian Van Horn and Brax Van Horn; nieces and nephews; and one cousin, Penelope Renton Seavey.



He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Patterson; and his cousins Thomas Renton and Walter Richmond.



FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for George Patterson Jr. will be celebrated Wednesday, February 27, 2019, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. Calling hours at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPELS, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA, are Tuesday from 5-7 PM. Memorial donations may be made to the Berkshire Humane Society in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.




Recollections & Sympathy For the Family
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Claire and family
I’m so very sad to hear of your loss. George was such a great man. I learned a great deal from him. We all did.
Chris
from: Christopher Brennanon: 02-26-2019

So sorry for your loss Caroline. Sending prayers for you and your Family.
from: Erik and Michelle on: 02-26-2019

Caroline & Family, I am so sorry for your loss.
from: Charlene Guyette Princeon: 02-26-2019

I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss... sending prayers to you all for strength ❤️
from: Cheryl Lefaveon: 02-26-2019

Dear Terry Family, Sorry To Hear Of Your Loss !! George Was A Great Friend And Proud Veteran !! It Was A Honor To Have Known Him !! Ed
from: Katheen Denaulton: 02-26-2019

To Clair,Caroline,Terry and family,
So very sorry for your loss.

In Deepest Sympathy,
Bill Galli
from: Bill Gallion: 02-23-2019

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. May you lean on the arms of Jesus to carry you through these days,weeks, and months.

Al & Robin Bachand
from: Robin J Bachandon: 02-22-2019

Dear Claire and family,
I was so sad to read, and so deeply sorry for your loss of George. Such a good man; keep those happy memories
alive and close. 💕
from: Diane Parsonson: 02-21-2019

Dear Claire

So sorry to hear about the loss of your life partner,George. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Sincerely, Tina
from: Tina Kellyon: 02-21-2019

Dearest Claire and family. I was shocked and dismayed after reading that your beloved George had passed. Hoping and praying that you can keep yourself together in this deep sadness.
Condolences and deepest sympathy,
Karen (Richardello) Gordon
from: Karen A. Gordonon: 02-20-2019

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