Randolph Patterson

Born to Mr. Joe Louis Patterson and Mrs. Ruth Lee Patterson on November 3, 1955, Randolph was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle, cousin, and friend. He proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Private First Class (E-3), Armor Supply Specialist, for two years, honoring his commitment to service. He dedicated 34 years of his life to his career as a truck driver, a profession he adored. He also became a member of Lewter’s Chapel M.B. Church in 2009. While his journey of faith was personal, his life reflected the values of love for family and generosity. On July 28, 2017, he married the love of his life, Jennifer Patterson. Though their marriage was approaching its eighth year, their love story spanned 35 years, beginning in 1992, displaying an unbreakable bond rooted in laughter, deep companionship, and unconditional love. Together, they built a life filled with shared memories and unwavering devotion. His children and grandchildren were his heart. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren, especially, were a constant in his daily life, and felt his love and sincerity. Randolph lived life fully and with no regrets. He was deeply loved by all who knew him. He held an unbreakable bond with his sisters and held a special place in the hearts of his nieces and nephews. His impact extended far beyond titles — he gave freely of himself to those he loved.

The visitation will be held Sunday, March 1st, 2026 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in the chapel of Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home

The Funeral Service will follow at 1:00pm.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Mr. Joe Louis Patterson and Mrs. Ruth Lee Patterson; his siblings, Janice L. Crowder, Ronnie L. Patterson, and James L. Patterson (infant); and his grandson, Treyvon L. McKinney. 

Randolph will be forever cherished by his wife, Jennifer Patterson. His daughters, LaKisha Patterson, Niesha Patterson, Maurice Gamble, Keya Driver, Cassera Driver, and Germontric Driver, will carry his memory always. His grandchildren, Keshawn, Yatianna, Messiah, Shawnteonna, Melaisha, Makayia, Mackenzie, Darren, Melena, Charles, Kaison, Kairo, and Zyonna, and great-grandchildren Kartyr, Kanon, and Kycen, will also lovingly remember him. He leaves an irreplaceable space in the hearts of his sisters, Judith L. Patterson and Joeleen Magraff (Henry), who will carry his memory always. He was a treasured Uncle and father figure to all of his beloved nieces and nephews, Junious, Ronda, Demetrious (Jackie), Renita (Tiwan), Rekisha, Norman, Jastina, James (Danielle), Ricky, Joshua, and great-nieces and great-nephews, Michael, JuMarquez, NeTashia, Teddy Jr, Cameron, Ceonna, Deonna, Tylee, Nia’Vaughn, Taliyah, Jaquavious, James Jr, John, Jocelynn, and Nashon, who will forever hold him close in their hearts.

Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements for Randolph Patterson.