Beverly Jean Patton's Obituary
Beverly Jean Patton, age 90, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025. She was born April 5, 1935 in Saginaw, MI to Neil and Ruby (Foster) Byron and lived in the area most of her life. Beverly married Ronald Patton on December 10, 1962 in Muskegon and he preceded her in death on April 2, 2014. Beverly was a talented quilter and handmade many quilts over the years for all her kids and grandkids, Hospices, and Heaven Can Wait. She also enjoyed coloring in the adult coloring books and taking walks with her special dog Polly – right up to 3 weeks ago. Survivors include 5 children, Daniel (LuAnn) Patton, Byron “Tim” (LouAnn) Patton, Storm Atwood, Deeon (Barb) Patton, Ronnie Patton; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Carol Taylor and Charlene Burch. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Patton; her parents and 11 siblings. There will be a Celebration of Life planned in the Spring of 2026. Memorial Contributions may be directed to the Harbor Hospice Foundation. Arrangements handled by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey Street, Norton Shores, MI 49444. Sign the online guestbook at https://www.sytsemafh.com
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