Dennis was born April 5, 1949 to George and Viola Patterson in Los Angeles, California. He graduated from El Monte High School in East L.A. He said he was born in California, but was a Native Texan by heart, got here as soon as he could. He was the baby of the family. He had six siblings: George Henry Patterson, Carl “Verne” Patterson, Patty Patterson, Darlene Patterson, Anna May Patterson- Stephenson and Sharyn Patterson Munch.
He is survived by his wife Sandra Kay “Juhlin” Patterson, Son: Eric Juhlin and wife Stormi both of Paris, Texas, Jeremy Ball and wife Stephanie of Ontario, California; Mechelle Patterson Peterson of Victorville, California, Sheryl Patterson Bertollini of Chino Hills, California. grand children: Tori Juhlin, Tyler Juhlin, Trenton Juhlin, Taegan Campbell, Kypten Campbell, Tinslee Nelson, Lauren Lopez, Dillion Lopez, Sarah Lopez, Greg, Scotty, Sheryl lynn, Stephanie, Pat, Isabella “Izzy” Ball , Brother in law -Chris Soltow and wife Joanne and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Darlene Patterson, Patty Patterson and Anna May; brother: George Henry Patteson, Mother-in-law Patricia White Juhlin, and Brother-in – Law Mike Bubba Juhlin.
He was a Truck Driver most of his life and had his own Lawn Business in Waco for over 10 years. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed. He did love the Oakland. Las Vegas Raiders and grew to love the Dallas Cowboys. Loved to fish and hunt and read. He loved reading, said it uses the Imagination.
A Celebration of Life will be scheduled later. Cremation and arrangements done by Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home of Paris, Texas.