Thomas "Gene" E. Patterson

August 23, 1936 - October 17, 2019

Thomas "Gene" E. Patterson, age 83, of Grove, OK passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October, 17, 2019 at Grove Nursing Center. Gene was born on August 23, 1936 to John and Ruth (Boles) Patterson in Rocky Comfort, MO. On August 29, 1954, Gene married the love of his life, Gloria Engel, in Garrison, ND and they were blessed to celebrate 65 years of marriage this year. Gene owned and operated Patterson Bulldozing for many years in and around Anderson, MO. He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Tom Patterson and son-in-law, Bill Reppart. Left to cherish his memory, wife, Gloria Patterson; daughters, Lorrie Reppart of Grove, OK and Brenda Sieling of Gause, TX, one brother, Jerry Patterson. He was lovingly known as "Poppy" to his 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Private family services are planned at a later date.