Gregory Earl Patterson passed away on the day after Christmas, December 26, 2024 in Mesa, Arizona. Greg was born November 2, 1958, in Phoenix, Arizona. Son of Earl McGregor Patterson and LaVelta Heap. He spent most of his childhood years in St. Johns, Arizona. He had three older siblings, Virginia, Don, and JoAnn, and three younger sisters, Teri, Christine, and Jeanne.
Greg worked in construction, building high-rise office buildings, and as a truck driver. He loved people. He was proud of his family, and loved being in the outdoors whenever he could. He loved a good joke and would pass it along to the next person he saw.
He is survived by his eight children and 23 grandchildren:
Dendi (David) Skinner, Jordan, Jaycie, Caden & Hadley
Tawni (Brian) Allen, Hunter, Gunner, Saige, Bowman Harlie
Dane (Carli) Patterson, Cotter, Quincy, Cruz, Calvin & Crosby
Brandi (Trevor) Jones, Bentley, Cannon, Declan, Bristol
Jacob (Christy) Patterson, Ryder, Paxton
Kaylie (Boe) Shull
Aaron (Stevie) Patterson, Teagan, Paysen, Nixon
Trent (Johnna) Patterson
The family would like to thank the friends and workers at the Grand Court Senior Living Center, where Greg lived the last few years of his life. He loved his association with them, and was quick to lend a hand or visit someone who needed a friend.
Greg was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and spent his last years as an active member. He loved sharing the gospel with anyone and everyone who would listen. He amassed an impressive social media following, constantly sharing messages of hope and faith.
Funeral Services will be held Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the L.D.S. church at 1150 E Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert, Arizona 85234. Interment will follow at 4:00 p.m. at the St. Johns Cemetery, 405 West 4th North, St. Johns, AZ 85936
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com.
My condolences. I remember Greg when I was very young. I believe my family even stayed with him at his house one time because our car broke down. This is when my Dad Ragains and mom were married.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sad we can’t be there for the services.
We are so sad that all those that loved Greg, are going through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you all.
I first met Greg when he was just 14 years old. I married Terri (his sister). That was one of the greatest mistakes of my life. But Greg and the rest of the Patterson’s were always good people. See ya someday Greg in that better place than here.
Hello, my condolences to all of you. For the last 4 years, Greg rosemary and myself have been sharing our meals together. We have been doing this for 4 years and we had many conversations about ourselves. Our families good and bad times we never sugar coated anything. I am only 4 months older than Greg. We all enjoyed each other’s company. He was a very good friend to me didn’t have a problem. With my unconventional lifestyle he was cool.I know i’m going to miss him and i’m so sorry that he’s gone always alex
Dear Leni & Families: So deeply sorry for ur loss. Greg was a true gentleman. God Bless U Greg.
Sending love to all you Pattersons! He really was so proud of all of you. Last time I saw him was at the temple when Quinci went through. He was so happy. He will be an angel from the other side looking proudly on your family.
From the Paul and Debra Padilla family, we would like to convey our true condolences to Greg’s family! God bless you all!!
I followed Greg on Instagram and he followed me (@simply_our_savior). I did not know him, but I enjoyed his posts and stories. I just noticed I hadn’t seen any of his posts recently, so I searched for him. I was saddened to hear of his passing. I have missed and will miss all the wonderful posts he made. He was one of the good guys. My condolences to his family and friends.