Mr. Willie Joseph βJoeβ Patterson, 78, of Lincolnton, North Carolina transitioned peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at his residence.
He was born in Lincoln County, North Carolina on April 12, 1948 to the late Wardell Patterson and Almeta Cunningham Patterson.
Funeral service will be Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Vale, North Carolina at 3:00 p.m. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial is to follow in the church cemetery.
Professional services entrusted to Ebony & Whiteβs Funeral Service
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We send our deepest condolences to Brother Willie 'JJ' and the entire Patterson family during the passing of Mr. Patterson. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during and beyond this most difficult time.
Love, Clayton & Arkela
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. May GOD bless you with the power of his glorious presence during your time of loss. I extend to you, the Patterson family and the Mount Calvary Baptist Church family my deepest sympathy and prayers for your peace and comfort.
We extend our sincere condolences to the Patterson Family. May God sustain you in times like these.ππ½ Morris & Wanda Cates
To the family, we will miss Joe, you will miss Joe, but God missed him more. Another major pillar has been taken from us. Rest in peace my brother, see you soon.
May Almighty Father God bless and comfort the family πππ and strengthen the family πππ
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with his wife Velma and with him also. I will be thinking of the family in their time of loss. Ruby Williams Abraham.
Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time. I knew the love you had for your father! Thank you for sharing the funny stories about him. JJ, Praying that you find comfort, peace, and support in the love surrounding you and in the memories you hold dear. Thinking of you and your family and lifting you all up in prayer ππΎ
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit" -Psalm 34:18. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family. May God bless you!