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Kenneth Patterson Obituary
Kenneth Patterson
December 25, 1951
February 3, 2025
Kenneth Lee Patterson, 73, of Elbert, CO passed away on February 3rd, 2025 in Colorado Springs.
He was born on December 25th, 1951 to Kenneth & Betty Patterson in San Francisco. Lee went to high school at Cupertino High School and graduated in 1970. He went on to earn an Associates degree from De Anza Community College and a Bachelor's degree from San Jose State University. Lee worked as a Software Engineer for Lockheed for 20+ years. He was a talented musician and played alongside local singer-songwriters. He played at Gospel Grass and The Black Rose Acoustic Society.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Lee is survived by his wife, Linda, and his sons John, Will (Tamani), and David.
Celebration of Life to be held Thursday, May 1st 5:00 at Black Forest Chapel, 14190 Black Forest Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908. There will be food & a jam following the service. Please bring your instruments.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may instead be made to Black Forest Chapel and Black Forest Acoustic Society.
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