James Ingles Patterson, resident of Grande Prairie, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019, at Prairie Lakes Seniors Community, at the age of 85 years.

Jim was born in Grande Prairie on August 26,1934 to Miller and Olivia Patterson. He grew up in Hythe surrounded by his brothers Harley, Leonard, and Art, sister Carol and brother Jack. During his youth, Jim attended school in Hythe and eventually met and married Agnes Lowe in Beaverlodge on May 21,1955. After their marriage, they moved to Grimshaw, Pouce Coupe, Dawson Creek and eventually Grande Prairie where he resided until his passing.

Jim was a generous, passionate and loving family man. He was an avid supporter of, not only his children, but those who joined his children in their various activities. He also enjoyed watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren participate in their events. Jim was heavily involved with the hockey scene in Grande Prairie, the wider Peace Region and Western Canada. Jim, along with several others, was instrumental in the creation and evolution of minor hockey in Grande Prairie. He was inducted into the Grande Prairie Legends of Hockey in 2006.

Jim, along with Arnie Kjemhus, moved their families from Dawson Creek to Grande Prairie to start one of the first Datsun dealers in Canada in 1969, creating GP Carland. In 1977, Jim sold his share of the business and moved into Real Estate, retiring in 2009, at 75 years old, from Royal LePage The Realty Group

He will be sadly missed by daughter Gail (Carmen) Haakstad; sons Rick (Susan) Patterson and Darin (JoAnn) Patterson; grandchildren: Daneil (Alex) Maude, Tory Haakstad, Durai (Brent) Schell, Jared Patterson (fiancée Katie MacDonald), Ryan Patterson and Brooke Patterson (Nelson Marques); great-grandchildren Trystin Bain and Jordyn Maude; sister Carol (Jerry Rude); brothers: Art (Remona) Patterson, Jack (Kathy) Patterson, and Donald (Wendy) Patterson; sisters in-law: Caty Patterson and Connie Patterson; as well as nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his loving wife Agnes Patterson, parents Miller and Olivia Patterson, and siblings: Harley Patterson, Leonard Patterson and Aubrey Patterson.

A heartfelt thanks to all of the staff at Prairie Lake Seniors Community for the past eight years who have lovingly cared for both Mom and Dad. We are also grateful for the wonderful support we received from Melody Gaboury.

Visitation will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.).

Funeral service will be held Friday, November 22, 2019, at 11:00am, at St. Paul’s United Church in Grande Prairie (10206 100 Ave.). Luncheon to follow at the Golden Age Center (10222 101 Ave.).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Jumpstart (jumpstart.canadiantire.ca, 11601 104 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 3X9. Please note Grande Prairie Chapter.) Hythe Athletic Association – Brine Line Project (Box 182, Hythe, AB, T0H 2CO or etransfer: clerk@hythe.ca), Or to a charity of one’s choice.

Condolences may be sent by visiting
www.oliversfuneralhome.com

• Date : 2019-11-15
• Location : Grande Prairie, Alberta

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