Leroy Alexander Patterson

Leroy Alexander Patterson, age 65, born February 11, 1945 in Union, West Virginia, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2010 at The Ohio State University Medical Center. Leroy operated his own catering business and was an avid Buckeye fan. He was preceded in death by his mother Thelma Johnson, father Weeden Clair, and sister Carolyn Johnson. He leaves to cherish his memory, sister Linda (Roy) Miller; brothers John (Sharon) Johnson and Homer (Elaine) Johnson; special niece Belinda Johnson; goddaughter Tiffany; uncle, aunts, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Homegoing Service 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 4, 2011 in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street, where the family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the start of service. Pastor Marcus L. Martin, officiating. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.