Dr. Merrill Patterson
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Dr. Merrill Patterson died peacefully in his home on August 10, 2019 in Bowling Green, KY at the age of 76.
Merrill is survived by his children: Payton Patterson of Collierville, TN, Chris Patterson of Memphis, TN, Shelby Patterson of Nashville, TN, Tara Colon of Atlanta, GA and Ryan Patterson of Bowling Green, KY. He has 7 grandchildren: Elizabeth Patterson, McCann Patterson, Lea Patterson, Reagan Norman, John Edward Norman, Grayson Colon and Camden Colon. He is survived by 1 sister and 3 brothers.
Merrill was born on January 19, 1943 in Sylacauga, AL to Robert and Catherine Patterson. He graduated from Palmer Chiropractic in 1969 with a degree in Chiropractic. He was the first in his family to attend college. He retired from Patterson Chiropractic in 2011 and relocated to Bowling Green in 2015 in order to spend his retirement with his children. His children remember him as a dedicated father who encouraged them to pursue their goals. Merrill had a lot of hobbies including reading, woodworking, yard work and traveling. He and Ryan traveled cross-country in 2015 to meet his new grandbaby (Camden) stopping along the way to enjoy historical landmarks. He also frequently took motorcycle trips with his 3 sons always encouraging that inquisitive nature.
The family will have a private funeral service in Hilton Head Island. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in memory of Merrill Patterson to the Dementia Society of America by mail to PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901.