Steven Wayne Patton
Born on September 27, 1953 to beloved parents Kathleen and Elvin Patton, Steve spent many of his formative years and early 20s on the east coast including Norfolk, Virginia and Nyack, New York. He went on to attend Nyack College leaving a legacy playing semi-professional soccer, and coaching at Mercer University.
His faith led him to move to South America as a missionary in 1982 where his religious dedication and love of soccer allowed him to connect with many. He spent memorable years with his family in Georgia, Texas, Virginia, and Florida where he enjoyed hunting, leading youth camps, spending time with his five kids, thrifting, collecting brass, finding great diners, and hitting the dance floor with his signature snap and twist.
After making a considerable impact coaching, serving as Principal and teaching Spanish, Math, and Special Education, Steve retired from a meaningful career in education in 2021.
He is survived by his five children; eldest son Michael, then Jonathan, Joseph, daughter Rebekah and youngest son Timothy.
His legacy lives on in the hearts and memories of so many who greeted him along his journey.
He was a cherished friend, a charismatic leader, a serving member of his community and beloved father.
Nancy Kramer(Patton)
June 26, 2026, 7:18 pm
Rest in peace Steve, enjoying all the friends and family that went on before you.
Bob and Maggie Nunes
June 26, 2026, 7:44 pm
1 Cor. 13:12
For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face; now I know in part, but then I will know fully just as I also have been fully known.
Until we all meet again.
Betty D'Ippolito
June 26, 2026, 8:20 pm
You’re already missed by so many with your unexpected passing; its not the same looking at a dance floor and not seeing you on it. Watch over us and keep dancing high up in heaven. XO 💓
Rachel Vanderbeck
June 26, 2026, 9:21 pm
Steve, Through knowing you for 47 years you meant so much to me. You helped me with my journey in Christ and I know you touched many more lives. I lift up your children and other family in their grief.
Bobby Whitfield
June 26, 2026, 11:47 pm
You Are highly missed My Friend.I miss that call every day. I’m still speechless With a Heavy Heart My Brother RIP….. ❤️
Jean Andreae
June 27, 2026, 2:13 pm
I Love You.
Jean Andreae
June 27, 2026, 4:05 pm
I still feel as though your passing is a very bad dream. I will never forget the day we met and dancing with you these past six months has been a true pleasure. God bless you, Honey. You are loved and missed by many.
Drew Bolognini
June 27, 2026, 6:08 pm
To Jonny and all the Patton family and friends,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Steve. May he rest in peace.
Justin Pimenta
July 10, 2026, 3:21 am
Steve was a good friend and he will be missed dearly. He was always smiling, even in tough times. He worked as a teacher with my wife and I was lucky to have met him.