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Bobby Lee Patterson, of Springfield, MO died on June 6, 2017. He was 85 years old. Bobby was born on April 6, 1932 in Red Top, MO to Milford and Irene Patterson. Bobby served two years in the United States Army during the Korean War, where he earned several medals including a Purple Heart. He drove a truck for many years, initially delivering milk, and later working for both Campbell 66 and Associated Grocers. After retirement, Bobby enjoyed attending Drury University basketball games, eating out at Ruby Tuesdays, and spending time with his great granddaughters. Bobby (known as Gramps to many) is survived by his son, Edwin Lee Patterson; his two grandchildren, Hollie Fleming and husband Jon, Matthew Patterson and wife Nicole; his five great-granddaughters Henlie, Savanna, Lyla, Charlotte, and Harper; a friend of 25 years Lela Darby; and siblings Betty Mayfield, Edwina Babb, Chod Patterson, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Glenda (Hesterlee) Patterson.Visitation will be held at Greenlawn Funeral Home North on Friday, June 9, 2017 from 6-8pm. Funeral will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Greenlawn Funeral Home North, with burial to follow with military rites. Pastor Doug Shivers will officiate the ceremony. Memorial contributions may be made to Boulevard Baptist Church.

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