Jeanette H. Patterson

Jeanette H Patterson, 85, of Jackson, MO, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Jackson Manor in Jackson, MO. Jeanette was born August 21, 1938, in Advance, MO to Jeff Lewis and Gertie Delay Lewis Whitledge. She graduated from Advance High school, Advance, Mo in 1956. She married Hollis Patterson while he was on leave from the Air Force on April 9,1955, in Sardis, MS. Jeanette started her job for Fireman's Fund Insurance Company in 1957 in California; then she continued with Fireman's Fund after moving to O'Fallon, Mo, where she retired after 43 years. Jeanette and Hollis lived in O'Fallon for 45 years before moving to Jackson, Mo, after retiring. During retirement, Jeanette volunteered at Southeast Missouri Hospital for thirteen years. Jeanette and Hollis attended church at Centenary United Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau, Mo. They enjoyed traveling in their motorhome with their miniature schnauzer, Shatzi, and spending time on the lake at their condo. Jeanette also enjoyed shopping, crossword puzzles, spending time with family and friends as well as helping others. Survivors include the love of her life and Husband Hollis Patterson; Brother, Odis Lewis; Three Sister-in-laws, Ann Lewis, Dorthy Lewis, Janice Patterson; Three Stepsisters, Joan Guiling, Joan O'Dell, Judy; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. She was preceded in death by Father, Jeff Lewis; Mother, Gertie Delay Lewis Whitledge; Stepfather, Ray Whitledge; Father-in-law, Clarence E Patterson; Mother-in-law, Elsie Cowell Patterson; Two Brothers, Herbert Lewis, Roy Lewis; Two Brother-in-Laws, Larry Patterson, James Patterson; and Sister-in-Law Patsy Ruth Patterson. Visitation will be at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Ford and Sons Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau, Mo. Funeral Service will be at 12:00 pm Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Ford and Sons Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau, Mo with the Rev. David Conley officiating. Burial will be at Bloomfield Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Mo. Memorial contributions may be given to Alzheimer's Association and Centenary United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com. Ford & Sons Funeral Home - Mt. Auburn is in charge of arrangements.

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Jeanette H. Patterson

August 21, 1938 - February 17, 2024