William Richard Patterson III Obituary
We bid farewell to William Richard Patterson III (Prairie Village, Kansas), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 28, 2024 at the age of 83. William Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, William R. Patterson, Jr. and Ruth Elizabeth Evans; his former wife Carolyn Kunz; his sons, William R. Patterson, IV and Evan David Patterson; his wife Alison Berger Patterson; his stepson Elwyn; his daughter-in-law Kristin Knight Patterson; his daughter Lucy; and his grandson Max.
A memorial service was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 at 2:30 PM at the Village Presbyterian Church (6641 Mission Rd, Prairie Village, KS 66208). A reception was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Kansas City Country Club (6200 Indian Ln, Mission Hills, KS 66208).
Should you wish, remembrance gifts may be made to the Parkinson's Exercise and Wellness Center, 3660 W. 95th St., Leawood KS 66206; the Police Athletic League of KCKS, 800 N. 5th St. Kansas City, KS 66101; or to KU Endowment – Medical Center, 4125 Rainbow Blvd., Kansas City, KS 66103, to benefit the Neuroscience Research and Education program (#05123-32019).
