Oliver "Bud" Patten
August 25, 2011
Oliver “Bud” Patten passed away on August 25, 2011 at the Bright Kavanagh House in Des Moines. Bud was born on December 6, 1930 to Violet and Lamont Patten in Norwalk.
He retired from the U.S. Navy after twenty years of loyal service. He worked for sixteen years at Titan Tire (formerly Armstrong Tire). Bud was an avid golfer. He also loved to play cribbage and playing out at Prairie Meadows.
Bud is survived by his loving wife, Esther; his daughters, Judy (Stan) Evans and Linda (Savino) Patten-Seals; son, David Patten; his seven grandchildren;eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Jack (JoAnn) Patten and Jerry (Shirley) Patten; his sister, Marilyn Perreira; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Bud was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Mary and her husband Bob Daly.
A celebration of Bud’s life will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 30 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Bud will be laid to rest at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in a private ceremony.
The family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in honor of Bud.
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Michelle ( Patten ) Nixon
08/29/2011
Words can not express the fond childhood memories I have of you Uncle Bub and Aunt Esther. You always opened your house for family gatherings, I will never forget the many Thanksgivings, Christmas, weekend dinners and times together. You were always there with open arms ready to give and take care of everyone's needs. You truly had the hospitality gift.
I am glad I was able to talk to you one last time when my parents were visiting. The very last time I will be called "Match". You will always have a special place in my heart.
I know you will be missed by many! You were a GREAT and dignified man.
May the Lord Bless your family with Peace, comfort and sustain them with HIS love.
Love,
Match
Jerry and Shirley Patten
08/28/2011
We will miss you so much. Rest well in heaven with all our family who preceded you. Love, your brother Jerry
Bub - our whole family always enjoyed you and Esther. You had the best laugh and never complained. Jerry and I really enjoyed being with you both during your last days. Love you always, Shirley