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Greg Patterson Obituary

Gregory Allan Patterson, 57, of Dawson, IL passed away on Sunday June 22, 2025. Greg was born on January 22, 1968 in Springfield the son of Charles Patterson and Nancy Clark. After high school, Greg enlisted in the United States Army and served 2 tours in Iraq. He received the Bronze Star Medal and the Army Commendation Medal and several other decorations. Greg loved music all of his life. He was a founding member of the Wolf Creek Boys which he played with (left handed) for 20 plus years. Music was his passion and he spent his free time traveling with his family to concerts and encouraging his family and friends to play. Greg married Michelle Abbott and would divorce, and Jill Wiggins and would divorce. Greg married Danielle Durham of Dawson on May 6, 2023 and they remained together until his passing. Greg is also survived by his children, Lauren Patterson of Los Angeles, CA, Henry Patterson and Rhett Patterson of Rochester; brothers, Rodney Patterson of Springfield and Matthew (Shawn Revelle) Patterson of Kansas City, MO, Chad Rutschke (Jean) of Peoria, IL.; his father, Charles (step mother, Shirley) Patterson of Springfield; and step-father, Gary Scharfenberg of Herculaneum, MO; step brothers, Scott Scharfenberg (Wendy) of Hillsboro, MO; Brian Scharfenberg, of Barnhart, MO. and many beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his mother; grandparents, and step sister, Lana Rister. Cremation services will be accorded. A visitation will be held on Tuesday July 1, 2025 at Wilson Park Funeral Home, 200 East Main Street, Rochester, IL 62563 from 4:00pm till 7:00pm. Military Honors will be held privately for the family at Camp Butler National Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choosing in Greg's memory. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Greg Allan Patterson, please visit our floral store.

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Published by Capitol City Now on Jun. 26, 2025.

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Karen Wise

July 2, 2025

I worked with Greg at Capital Group. He worked in the warehouse where he was promoted to Manager. Greg was a hardworking and nice guy. I remember him with a band Love Hogs and dying his hair fun exotic colors. I remember him fondly. My sincere sympathies to Greg´s family and friends.

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Eric Hahn

June 29, 2025

Dear Patterson family, I am so sorry to hear about Greg´s passing. I just heard the news from family members and wanted to let ya´ll know I was thinking about you. Some of my greatest childhood memories were with your family and all the boys probably doing something we were not supposed to be doing. There are far to many great times that were had to express in this message! Thank you to all of you for being such a great family. Greg will always be missed and remembered.

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Emily Starrick

June 28, 2025

I drove to Denali in February this year and remembered how, years ago, one August, you took a video of the highway from Stampede Trail through the canyon to the Nenana River bridge. No one spoke. We all just watched you take it in and make that video for your memory of that place. This land changes from one season to the next but it is always "as beautiful as the first time I saw her." I am honored to have shared one of the happiest weeks of my life with you. Thank you for your bravery and loyalty. Thank you for your sensitive poetry, touching melodies, and remarkable beat. Thank you for telling us about the places you love and making the people you love know they are beautiful.

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Becky Blake-Todd

June 27, 2025

I met Greg when I was 8 years old. New girl on Brickler road and Greg was first one to stop and talk to me. We became friends and I was at his house as much as mine. So many happy memories!! We were in band together for many years and stayed in touch through the years. I will miss you Greg Patterson! RIP

Molly Risse

June 27, 2025

I was saddened,to hear the news, of Greg's passing. He was one wonderful guy, with a great sense of humor. He and I, worked together, at the Illinois Secretary of State's Office. He will be greatly missed, by his Family, and many, many Friends.
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Roberta Fanale

June 27, 2025

Prayers for the family. Known Greg since he was a small boy very nice young man.

Don reeves

June 27, 2025

I m so sorry to hear about Greg May the peace of God be with you all

Annie O'Leary

June 26, 2025

I am so very glad that you joined our family. Several of us had the opportunity to visit and listen to music together last spring. You will be missed.

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