MR. ELVIN EARL PATTERSON - Age 83, - Of Summerville, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Oakview Health Care. He was born on May 5, 1940 to the late James Patterson, Sr. and Delia McMichael Patterson. He was preceded by his five brothers, Nathaniel, Joe, James, Emmanuel, and John Wesley Patterson. Mr. Patterson joined New Bethel Baptist Church at an early age.

Survivors are his devoted close friend and caregiver for many years, Ike M. Henderson and family; a host of loving cousins; and many friends. Special thanks to the Staff at Oakview Health Rehabilitation Center and the Summerville Community.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 3:00 P. M. at New Bethel Baptist Church, 281 Georgia Avenue, Summerville, GA with Pastor Kevin Roach officiating. His remains will lie in state at the church on Saturday from 1:30 P. M. until the funeral hour. Interment, Pond Spring Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia.