William James Patterson Obituary

Typhoid Fever

Causes Death of Wm. J. Patterson, Former Resident, at his home
near Bellefontaine. Last Thursday at his home, on the farm of
Judge and Truman Hover, west of Bellefontaine, Wm. J. Patterson
succumbed to Typhoid Fever, last thursday, after an Illness of 2
weeks. Mr Patterson, until 2 years ago, lived in this community
where he was held in High Esteem by a host of Neighbors. He was
a man of Sterling Character, and a man in every manor worthy to
be trusted. 

"When he made an agreement with you he carried it out exactly"
is the manner in which one who had extensive business relations
with Mr Patterson spoke of his integrity. Wm J Patterson was
born Oct 25 1871, died Aug 5 1915, being at the time of his
death 43 years, 9 months and 20 days old. He was the son of
David and Ruth Ann Patterson. He was twice married. 

His first wife was Ella May Roberts who died April 8 1903. A
daughter was born in this union, but she died within a few days
following the death of her mother. 

He was united in marriage to Nellie A Spellman, Jan 24 1906 and
they were blessed with the advent of a Son, Merle B. Patterson. 

Mr Patterson was a member of the church of Christ, and had
fellowship in the I.O.O.F. He leaves the wife and son, two
sisters, five brothers, an uncle John Patterson, and an Aunt,
Mrs Ford, of Roundhead, to mourn his death. 

The funeral services were conducted at the Church of Christ,
Saturday afternoon, by Rev D.W. Miller of Leipsic,a ssisted by
Rev H.L.Miller 

The interment was made Fairview Cemetery, McDonald Township.
That Mr Patterson was held in high Esteem by his neighbors was
attested by the large number who were present to pay there
respects to the departed.