WATERTOWN, N.Y. — Daniel R. Patterson, 75, of Altamonte Springs, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 2, 2020 at his daughter’s home in Geneva, NY after a courageous battle with cancer.
A private memorial service will be held at the Glenwood Cemetery, in Watertown, NY at the convenience of the family.
Danny was born on January 13, 1945, in Watertown, NY, son of William and Jane Devine Patterson. Upon graduation from Immaculate Heart Academy in 1962, Dan, together with his brother Pat, honored the legacy of their grandfather, William McVicor Patterson, and father, William Allan Patterson, by continuing and expanding the Patterson Family Farm and Milk Plant business located on Patterson Road, Watertown, NY. After selling the dairy business in the late 70’s, Danny moved to Florida where he was President of Sobik’s Subs, and later President of Jreck Subs, Watertown, NY until his retirement.
He is survived by his daughter Shayne and son-in-law, Dr. Jason Feinberg, and their children, Andrew, Jason and Lily Feinberg, Geneva, NY; his daughter, Tricia and son-in-law, Christopher Swartz, and their daughters, Grace, Madeline and Finley Swartz, Watertown, NY; his daughter-in-law, Anna Patterson, Calcium, NY and families, William, Rebeca, Eliott and Reid Patterson, Dexter, NY; Micheal (Cody), Ashley and Elizabeth Patterson, Lacona, NY; Daniel, Kayla and Henry Patterson, Watertown, NY; Katlynn Patterson, Albany, NY; and mother of his children, Linda Patterson, Watertown, NY. Also surviving Dan are his six nieces, their husbands, Victoria Patterson, and several cousins. He was predeceased by his son, William A. Patterson, his sister, Colleen, his brother, Patrick and his sister-in-law, Sharon.
Dan will be remembered for his joking ways and his love for helping others. Dan had a bright and energetic personality and was known for his ability to make others laugh through his mischievous ways. Besides spending time with his family and friends, he enjoyed working on projects, mowing his lawn, and the satisfaction of hard day’s work. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends.
In Lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to UR Medicine Home Care. Donations can be made in Dan’s memory online or through UR Medicine Home Care Foundation, Inc. 2180 Empire Blvd. Webster, NY 14580.
My condolences to the entire Patterson Family, especially Tricia and her family, who I knew. I am so very sorry for the loss of Dan, your Father and Grandfather!
Very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He was a big part of our family .
Very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. I remember as a little girl him delivering milk to our house. I remember chasing down the milk truck… probably for that delicious chocolate milk. I remember he was very funny . Sending my prayers .
We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. The Patterson family is, and was, an integral
part of the Watertown community. Remembering Dan, Pat, Jane and Bill with much
fondness and love.
I will miss seeing Uncle Danny’s amazing smile.
I take comfort in knowing he is with all his loved ones in heaven.
So sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. Great boss, always helping others, and good friend at Patterson Farms. I always felt like family there. Prayers for the whole family.
We are so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. We have know him from our high school days and beyond. He always had a smile and a kind word. He was the kind of person we need more of in this world. He will be missed.
David and Paula Chamberlain
Punta Gorda, Florida
Our condolences to the family, so very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all !
Heaven just got a little better
My condolences to the entire family he was a great man and will be missed. Had a lot of great times with him and the whole family hope everyone is doing okay miss all of you
My sincere condolences to the Patterson family. Tom and I liked Danny very much. He was always so friendly and nice. I remember visiting the farm with my Dad when I was a kid and even way back when he delivered milk to my parents house. He will be greatly missed.
Condolences to the Patterson family. Dan delivered the family milk to Weston’s years ago, so I had the privilege to have known him for a long time. My regret is that our paths took a different direction and I lost track of one of the best people I’ve ever met.
So very sorry for your loss. Dan will be remembered always as a dear friend and a great “”boss”my prayers are with you all. God bless
I am saddened to hear of Danny’s passing. I am confident he is with God. Danny and I went through Sacred Heart School and Immaculate Heart Academy together. We even rode the same bus to get there since Rt. 37 and Patterson Rd. were on the same route. We were in the same neighborhood, so to speak. It was good seeing him at our class reunions. We would just pick up the conversation where we had left off from before. My sympathy especially to Linda and Tricia. Be assured that I will hold Danny in prayer.
I send heartfelt condolences to Dan’s family. I remember him and Pat and many jokes they played on me. He was a kind person.
Heartfelt sympathy and prayers to Linda and the girls. Be assured a
prayerful remembrances.
Condolences to Danny’s family. A good friend at IHA and will always be remembered as a fun loving guy with a big smile and good heart. RIP ole buddy. 💐
So sorry to hear this may God bless him and may he rip. Suck a great person and great family. Thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻For the family
Danny was one of the good guys, he will be missed.
Danny was always ready with a smile and pleasant word. He was a treasured member of our IHA family. He and his family will have a special place in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven just gained a beautiful addition.
Wonderful man. He was kind and always offering to help someone. Fairwell and following seas Dan. Kathy (neighbor in Altamonte Springs).
Rest In Peace my friend! Although I lost contact with Danny after leaving Watertown, I have wonderful memories of my day’s in the country. Danny taught this “city boy” all about farm life – riding a horse, milking a cow, farm chores, what to do and not to do on a farm, as well as how to handle Danny’s and Pat’s practical jokes. Then there were the delicious donuts and pies Mrs. Patterson shared with our family. My sincere condolences to Linda and the Patterson family. Gary (neighbor of the Patterson’s for over 5 years and classmate of Linda.
There are many fond memories with Danny at Sacred Heart School and IHA–especially in the band. When Danny’s daughter was the Dairy Princess, my kindergarten class from Ohio School was lucky to be invited to take a tour of the Patterson Farm and then enjoy cookies and milk. Danny and Linda were gracious hosts and the children talked about that trip often during the rest of the school year. Rest in peace Danny and may God give peace and strength to his family.
As a former 1962 classmate of Immaculate Heart Acaemy I am so sorry to hear of his passing…he was a wonderful peron and so liked by everyone.
I remember his wonderful smile lit up the in all he did. My condolences to his children and all the family.