James “Jim” Ellis Patton, age 70 of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on May 26, 2024 at his residence. Jim was born November 27, 1953 in Richmond, Indiana to the late Ellis Pink Patton Jr., and Betty Jamison Patton. Jim worked for Boeing for many years. Jim enjoyed many hobbies including: taxidermy, motorcycles, hunting, fishing, and carpentry work. He was a past master of the Crystal Lodge and Coal Creek Lodge. In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his son: James “Jamie” Patton.

Survivors:

Wife                    Jo Ann Patterson Patton of Lake City

Son                      Jason Patton and Jackie of Lake City

Grandchildren   Josh, Jeremiah, and Joseph Patton

Sisters                 Nancy Carden and Donnie of Lake City

                             Linda Patton of Lake City  

Uncle                  Benny Patton of Knoxville

And a host of other family members and friends.

Visitation: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, May 30, 2024 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Memorial Service: 8:00 PM, Thursday, May 30, 2024 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. JJ Patterson officiating.