David Malcolm Patterson was born on October 28, 1954 in Wynne, Arkansas, to Thomas and Helen Patterson. He later moved to Des Arc, Arkansas where he grew up and played coronet in the Des Arc High School band, graduating class of 1972. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Rita Patterson, children Damon Patterson, Shannon Woods (Galen), Ellen Roland (Jamy), and Monica Phillips, twelve grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
David was a painter and Quality Control Supervisor for 42 years at Afco Steel until his retirement in 2017. He was a dedicated member of Concord United Methodist Church holding multiple positions over the years. He served as Sunday School Superintendent, Sunday School Teacher for single and young married adult class, President of the United Methodist Men’s Group, and active member of the Trustees and Safety Committee.
Over the course of his life he enjoyed the outdoors, riding horses, hiking and gardening. He enjoyed rock n roll and “oldies” music. He thoroughly enjoyed Rita singing as well. For several years he owned a motorcycle and Corvette of which brought him great joy, until he decided to transition to “country” life again.
He touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed by ALL.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 10:00am with Memorial Service at 11:00am at Concord Methodist Church; 150 Concord Church Rd Lonoke, AR, 72086.
Arrangements are entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas. 501-982-3400
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Rita, so sorry to hear of David passing. Will be praying for you and your family.
He well be missed my me and many others.
Prayers for the family in the coming days ahead. David was a true friend for over 65 years and will be missed by all who knew him. More importantly, he was a faithful Christian who served and loved his Lord and Savior, never hesitant to share the gospel and his knowledge of the Bible. May God bless and comfort each of you.
David was a friend to all who came in contact with him. He loved and Lord and he loved Rita, and the rest of the family very much. We have enjoyed numerous times spent with him and Rita. He was dedicated to Concord Church in Lonoke and will be missed by all. We love the Patterson family. Go in peace David, I know you will be watching over us all.
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