Alvin E. Patterson
March 3, 1939 - November 14, 2020
Alvin E. Patterson of Bessemer, AL entered into his heavenly home on Saturday, November 14, 2020. He was a faithful follower of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was a member and Deacon at Shady Grove Baptist Church for over 40 years; he was a loving and devoted husband, father and Granddad; a true friend, and a loyal servant to his community as a coal miner, electrician and volunteer Firefighter. Alvin was a man of few words but had the biggest heart, a gentle kindness and a humble spirit; he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward T. and Elizabeth Smith Patterson; his loving wife, Jane Grimes Patterson; his four brothers, James Ed, Travis, Martin, and Jerry; his only sister, Lucille; and a grandson, Terry David Patterson. He is survived by his children - Terry and Lori Patterson, Scott and Martha Patterson, Russell and Casie Patterson; his grandchildren - Josh, Jason and Sarah, Aly, Justin, Sawyer, Tyner, and Lina; as well as five great-grandchildren. McCalla Memorial Funeral Home will be directing the services: Visitation, Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm and Funeral, Friday, November 20, 2020 at 1:00 pm. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Gardens in Bessemer.
Alvin E. Patterson of Bessemer, AL entered into his heavenly home on Saturday, November 14, 2020. He was a faithful follower of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was a member and Deacon at Shady Grove Baptist Church for over 40 years; he... View Obituary & Service Information