Obituary of Ernest Edmund Patterson

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ernest "Ernie" Edmund Patterson on November 20, 2020 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital. Born on November 22, 1931 in Sheffield, NB, he was the son of the late Thomas and Dean (Sowers) Patterson and brother of the late Robert Patterson. Ernie is survived by his wife of 65 years and best friend, Shirley (Middleton) Patterson; his son David (Shelly) of Calgary; his daughter Katherine Clare (Ronald) of Saint John and grandson Eric of Moncton; sister Judy MacKay of Sheffield; brother Wayne (Carol) of Oromocto; a special niece Bobbie Joe of Sheffield; his extended family and his very good friend Kevin Anderson, who sat with him by the hour in York Manor, talking, singing and playing the guitar. Ernie worked for Logan Geo Technical Engineering for 33 years as a Drill Operator servicing all 4 Atlantic Provinces. He took part in the local Flea Markets where he made friends easily. In his younger days, he enjoyed trapping beavers and muskrats along the Saint John River, picking fiddleheads, taking trips with Shirley, and spending time at their cottage with family. Thank you to York Manor, where Ernie spent 3 years, looked after by a wonderful team of nurses and care givers. A special thank you to the Palliative Care Unit at the DECH for their recent care and attention. At the request of the family, a graveside service will take place at a later date. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Lakeville Corner Byno Cemetery or a charity of the donor’s choice.