Edward "Pete" Patterson, 72 of Bruce, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at his home from complications of agent orange.

He is survived by his wife: Betsy, 1 son; Michael (Amy) Patterson, 2 step-children; Ann (Tony) Bohl and Chuck (Heather) Prueher, 2 grandchildren; Guinivere and Zelotus Patterson and 2 step-grandchildren; Robbie and Jacob Bohl, 2 sisters; Sheila Rooney and Shannon "Dolly" McNamara and many nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Kenneth & Phylis Patterson, step-father; Vern Rubenzer, 1 brother; Kenneth Patterson, 2 sisters; Sharon Powers and Shirley (Don) Meyer and 3 brothers-in-law; Micky McNamara, Ronnie Rooney and Bill Powers.

Per Pete's wishes there will be no service. Burial will be in the spring at Prairie View Cemetery in Lake Hallie next to his parents and brother.

A complete obituary will be published in the Ladysmith News and Chippewa Herald.