Sturbridge: Robert J. Patterson, 73, of New Boston Rd., passed away on Saturday, Oct. 26th , in Backus Hospital, after a long illness.

He leaves his loving wife, Cynthia Ann (Collett) Patterson of Sturbridge; his two daughters, Michelle Mojica and her husband Santo of Sturbridge and Elaine Arena and her husband Kevin of Sturbridge; his brothers, David Patterson and his wife Judy of Texas and Chuck Patterson and his wife Terese of Framingham; his two sisters, Maryann LaPierre and her husband John of Burlington and Judy Buono and her husband Jay of Ipswich; his six grandchildren, Brittany Cooper and her husband Zachary of Astoria, NY, Emily Arena of Sturbridge, Brandon Mojica of Sturbridge, Christie Arena of Vermont, Abby Arena of Sturbridge, and Daniel Mojica of Sturbridge; great grandchildren, Hayden and Jayce Blackburn.

He was predeceased by a brother, Johnny Patterson.  Robert was born June 18, 1951 in Waltham, the son of Walter P. and Pearl Irene (Walsh) Patterson.

Born in Waltham, Bob spent most of his life there and graduated from Waltham Vocational High School. Bob worked as a mechanic for Paul's Auto in Waltham for many years before moving to Sturbridge to be close to his family. He worked for Karl Storz for 20 years in Charlton and Auburn. Bob cherished every moment spent with his family. He also enjoyed fishing, campfires, and fixing anything he could get his hands on. His willingness to lend a helping hand and his genuine kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. And in the end he embraced his faith in God whole-heartedly.

His funeral will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2nd at 11:00AM, in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge. Burial will follow in North Cemetery, Sturbridge.  Calling hours in the funeral home will be held on Friday, Nov. 1st, from 5:00 to 7:00pm.