James Rufus Patteson Obituary
The world bids farewell to James Rufus Patteson of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, departing on March 19, 2025 at the age of 89. James Rufus leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Rufus Patteson to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jesse Robet Patteson and Exie Dean Gore Patteson; his wife Norma Jean Patteson; his siblings, Crozier Patteson, Tommy Patterson, Kyle Patteson, Clayton Patteson, Pearl Fortner, Ruby Carroll and Betty Long; and his grandson Erik Lassiter.
He is survived by: his children, Randy Patteson of Bluefield, WV, Mark Lee Patteson (May) of Roanoke Rapids, Karen Lassiter of Roanoke Rapids and Christine Patteson Bryant (Timmy) of Roanoke Rapids; his grandchildren, Patrick Skeens, Dana McCoy, Scott Patteson, Kayla Barnes, Matthew Patteson, James Patteson, Genna Parks and Will Parks; his great grandchildren, Diamond Skeens, John Skeens, Norma Lassiter and Liam McCoy; his great great grandchildren, Hunter and Erik; and his pet Babe.
