Howard M. Patterson Jr. a lifetime resident of Brewer, Maine, but fell in love with the Downeast area especially Eastport passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on November 26, 2023.
This is the first self-obituary I have ever written so be patient.
I leave this life with no worldly wealth or honors. So do not morn for me, my life has been as happy as can be!
I was born on February 13, 1955 in Bangor to Mary (Adams) and Howard Patterson. I graduated from Brewer High school in 1973. Where I was employed as an assistant janitor while in school. Attended EMVTI night classes while driving a chemical or petroleum trailer trucks and working at a small used car dealership. I then worked my life time, in the Trailer Truck Dealership industry. My job was to make Rich Men even richer through Profits. But my profit was getting to know the hard working truck drivers, Owner / Operators and small business men. The Rich Man's dollar bills may come and go but a truckers friendship and handshake I will always Know! Honk Honk.
I have been a member of many organizations during my life. Starting with the YMCA, BSA Troop 1, Civil Air Patrol Cadet, HOG owners, United Bikers of Maine, CDL doubles / triples, Penobscot County Conservation Association, Eagles Arie, Elks Lodge, NRA, R.J. Pollard Lodge, Scottish Rite, Anah Shrine and the Oxbow Dirty Dozen.
Surviving me is my beautiful loving wife Mary (Adams) Patterson of Brewer, whom I will continue to love forever and a day.
Daughters Lisa Patterson and Partner Andy Goebel of Munich Germany, Sara (Patterson) Moon and Husband Justin of Windham, Maine, and Angela Patterson and Partner David of Jarna, Sweden.
My Downeast family and step children, Stacie and Bruce Hatton of Cathance Lake, Angela and Stephen Henrique I of Pembroke, Carrie (Original Downeaster) and John Beyler of Bangor.
My beloved grandchildren, Henry, Cora and Porter Moon of Windham, Emilio Patterson of Germany, step grandchildren Courtney and husband Kris Sullivan of Eastport, Ethan and Paige Beyler of Bangor, Stephen Henrique Il of Robbinston. Step Great Grandchildren, Peyton and Logan Sullivan of Eastport.
My Brothers, Patrick Patterson and family, Timothy Patterson and family. Sisters, Claire Winchester and family, Rita Hall and family, Stella Markey and family.
I am predeceased by my parents, the mother of my children Brenda (Chubba) Patterson and Marie (Tardy) Patterson.
A special thank you to, Allan Townsend, who always performed automotive magic to my old vehicles and was there to listen to me but never spoke. He made me laugh when I was sad and got my mind off my problems with his witty humor and to his brother Dave who took me for rides during my illness.
Mary-Ann Suddy, who was a great help to Mary and I. Bonnie Cochrane who was always ready to help in anyway. Gail Stevens who was there when needed most.
Special nurses to me, RN Melissa, RN MaryEva and LP Sheree. Dr. David Rawcliff and the staff at PCHC, Centerwell Home Health and CHCS Hospice.
At my request there will be no formal funeral for me. A Celebration of Life will be my wishes carried out by my wife at a later date. One of my wishes is that my body be cremated and those ashes be scattered to the North - South- East and West under the canopy of heaven, so that no more remembrance will be had of me among Maidens and Men forever.
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This is the first self-obituary I have ever written so be patient.
I leave this life with no worldly wealth or honors. So do not morn for me, my life has been as happy as can be!
I was born on February 13, 1955 in Bangor to Mary (Adams) and Howard Patterson. I graduated from Brewer High school in 1973. Where I was employed as an assistant janitor while in school. Attended EMVTI night classes while driving a chemical or petroleum trailer trucks and working at a small used car dealership. I then worked my life time, in the Trailer Truck Dealership industry. My job was to make Rich Men even richer through Profits. But my profit was getting to know the hard working truck drivers, Owner / Operators and small business men. The Rich Man's dollar bills may come and go but a truckers friendship and handshake I will always Know! Honk Honk.
I have been a member of many organizations during my life. Starting with the YMCA, BSA Troop 1, Civil Air Patrol Cadet, HOG owners, United Bikers of Maine, CDL doubles / triples, Penobscot County Conservation Association, Eagles Arie, Elks Lodge, NRA, R.J. Pollard Lodge, Scottish Rite, Anah Shrine and the Oxbow Dirty Dozen.
Surviving me is my beautiful loving wife Mary (Adams) Patterson of Brewer, whom I will continue to love forever and a day.
Daughters Lisa Patterson and Partner Andy Goebel of Munich Germany, Sara (Patterson) Moon and Husband Justin of Windham, Maine, and Angela Patterson and Partner David of Jarna, Sweden.
My Downeast family and step children, Stacie and Bruce Hatton of Cathance Lake, Angela and Stephen Henrique I of Pembroke, Carrie (Original Downeaster) and John Beyler of Bangor.
My beloved grandchildren, Henry, Cora and Porter Moon of Windham, Emilio Patterson of Germany, step grandchildren Courtney and husband Kris Sullivan of Eastport, Ethan and Paige Beyler of Bangor, Stephen Henrique Il of Robbinston. Step Great Grandchildren, Peyton and Logan Sullivan of Eastport.
My Brothers, Patrick Patterson and family, Timothy Patterson and family. Sisters, Claire Winchester and family, Rita Hall and family, Stella Markey and family.
I am predeceased by my parents, the mother of my children Brenda (Chubba) Patterson and Marie (Tardy) Patterson.
A special thank you to, Allan Townsend, who always performed automotive magic to my old vehicles and was there to listen to me but never spoke. He made me laugh when I was sad and got my mind off my problems with his witty humor and to his brother Dave who took me for rides during my illness.
Mary-Ann Suddy, who was a great help to Mary and I. Bonnie Cochrane who was always ready to help in anyway. Gail Stevens who was there when needed most.
Special nurses to me, RN Melissa, RN MaryEva and LP Sheree. Dr. David Rawcliff and the staff at PCHC, Centerwell Home Health and CHCS Hospice.
At my request there will be no formal funeral for me. A Celebration of Life will be my wishes carried out by my wife at a later date. One of my wishes is that my body be cremated and those ashes be scattered to the North - South- East and West under the canopy of heaven, so that no more remembrance will be had of me among Maidens and Men forever.
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