1945-2024
Elmer L. Patterson, 79, of Indian Lake, OH passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Sidney, OH.
Born on March 25, 1945, in Findlay, OH, Elmer was the son of the late Russell Patterson, and Imogene Preston Kieffer. He is also preceded in death by his stepfather, Arrel Kieffer, brother, Robert Patterson, sister, Jacqueline Morrison, and a granddaughter, Sally Patterson.
Elmer married Roberta Huecker on March 21, 1970, in Sidney, OH, and she survives. He is also survived by two daughters, Paula Patterson, and Natalie (Chris) Legge, two sons, Paul Patterson and James Patterson, seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, a brother, Tony Kieffer, and several nieces and nephews.
A 1963 graduate of Roundhead High School, Elmer retired from the Stolle Company in Sidney after working for 30 years. He was a member of Bellefontaine Moose Lodge #2563, Indian Lake Moose Lodge # 1533, Bellefontaine FOE Aeries #2166, and Indian Lake FOE Aeries #3615. Elmer enjoyed playing cards, and woodworking, but most of all, he enjoyed fishing.
A remembrance service for Elmer will begin at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Shoffstall Funeral Home, 205 S. Main St, Lakeview, with visiting from 1-2 pm. A celebration of Elmer’s life will continue after services at his home.
Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview, OH. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.
