This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Patterson, Robertson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4993/mb.ashx Message Board Post: William (Bill) O. Patterson passed away December 1, 2010 at Sierra Health Care Center after a long battle with cancer. Bill was born to Robert L. Patterson and Patricia Robertson January 21, 1930. He was a resident of Elephant Butte since 1998. Before moving to Elephant Butte he made his home in Las Cruces for 40 years. Bill served his country in the US Navy from 1947 through 1951 and retired from civil service at White Sands Missile Range after 35 plus years. He was an Exalted Ruler of the Elks Lodge, Las Cruces Chapter 1119. Bill was a past officer of the Elephant Butte Bass Anglers. Bill enjoyed fishing and hunting. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Madeline of the home, his sons Steve A. and David L. (Marina), four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, three half bother and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. A visitation will be held from 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home. Funeral Service will follow at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Las Cruces, New Mexico. Arrangements by Getz Funeral, corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 7, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.