Robert Van (Bobby) Patterson, 72, of Siler City died Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at the home.
Bobby was born in Texas, October 2, 1949, the son of James Anderson and Hazel (Willett) Patterson. Bobby attended Edward Hill Friends Meeting and was a retired logger. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, James Anderson Patterson Sr., Gerald W. Patterson and a step-daughter, Tonya A. Sigmon.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Patterson; a daughter, Suzane Forshy and husband Gene; stepson, Jerry Thompson; three grandchildren, Kasey Hash and husband Chris, Cody Wolfe and wife Holly, Dustin Sigmon and wife Tiffany; four great-grandchildren, Charlie Hash, Ash Wolfe, Dom and Safie Mae Sigmon; sisters, Janice P. Shelton of Liberty, Sharon P. Walker and husband Darrell Walker of Franklinville.
Bobby loved his family and friends way beyond compare and would lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
There will be no services at this time.
There will be a Celebration of Life a year after his passing for all family and friends at Edward Hill Friends Meeting. A candle light service and covered dish will be held at the home after December 10, 2022.