William Wesley "Billy" Patterson, age 56, went home to rest on November 9, 2020. Born February 2, 1964 in Heidelberg, Germany. After high school he joined the U.S. Army and served with honor for 8 years as a Tanker. He served his country both stateside and for 2 tours of duty with Armor Battalions in Germany. Following his service in the army, he became a truck driver. A vocation he also took great pride in, as he became a member of a brotherhood of drivers of big rigs. Billy is preceded in death by brother, Erik Patterson. He is survived by wife of over 30 years, Lori Sword Patterson; son, Nicholas (Melanie) Reid; parents, Lawrence and Saundra Patterson; grandchildren, Nicholas Jr. and Julian; brothers, Brian (Melissa) Patterson and David Patterson; nieces and nephews. On October 27, 2020, Billy gave his heart to Christ and found peace in Psalm 86 (Billy's Psalm). He was loved by his family and friends and will be missed deeply. Visitation will be held Friday, November 13, 5 to 8 pm at O. R. Woodyard South Chapel 1346 S. High St. where funeral will take place Saturday at 10 am. Interment Obetz Cemetery. In lieu of flowers family suggests donations to Fallen15 a local support group for veterans and their families https://fallen15.com/donate/ Cemetery Details Obetz Cemetery 4455 Groveport Rd Obetz, OH 43207 Loading map Previous Events Visitation NOV 13. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (ET) O. R. Woodyard South Chapel 1346 S. High St. Columbus, OH 43207 Loading map Funeral Ceremony NOV 14. 10:00 AM (ET) O. R. Woodyard South Chapel 1346 S. High St. Columbus, OH 43207 Loading map