Dennis Wayne Patten
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Dennis Wayne Patten, age 90, a resident of Farmington, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the Arkansas State Veteran's Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on September 5, 1934, in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, the son of Perry Dennis and Mamie Estelle (Harris) Patten.
Wayne dedicated his life to serving his country with honor. He joined the National Guard in 1950 before enlisting in the Marine Corps from 1951 to 1956. He later served in the United States Army from 1956 until his retirement in 1974. His distinguished military career included service during both the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and VFW.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Perry Patten; and his siblings Viola, Velma, Ralph, Ruth, Ray, Roy, Billy, and Patricia.
Wayne is survived by his devoted wife of forty-six years, Doris Jean Bricker Patten; six children: Dale Shastid, Waydean Shastid, Paula Lank and her husband Greg, Ron Nagel, Estelle Patten, and Roger Dunaway and his wife Aimee; six grandchildren: Erika Lank Hinton and her husband Reese Hinton, Jessica Horrocks and her husband Jared, Andrew Poulsen and his wife Ashley, Kelly Lank Samimi and her husband Cam, Josh Patten, and Charlie Dunaway; nine great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Wayne’s legacy of service and dedication will be remembered by all who knew him through his involvement in various volunteer organizations including the Veterans Hospital, City Hospital, and the Attic to name a few. May his memory bring comfort to his family and friends.
The family will receive friends Monday, December 16, 2024, 6:00-7:00 PM at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 17th, 2024, at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Burial will be in the Farmington Cemetery, there will be no graveside service held.
Wayne dedicated his life to serving his country with honor. He joined the National Guard in 1950 before enlisting in the Marine Corps from 1951 to 1956. He later served in the United States Army from 1956 until his retirement in 1974. His distinguished military career included service during both the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and VFW.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Perry Patten; and his siblings Viola, Velma, Ralph, Ruth, Ray, Roy, Billy, and Patricia.
Wayne is survived by his devoted wife of forty-six years, Doris Jean Bricker Patten; six children: Dale Shastid, Waydean Shastid, Paula Lank and her husband Greg, Ron Nagel, Estelle Patten, and Roger Dunaway and his wife Aimee; six grandchildren: Erika Lank Hinton and her husband Reese Hinton, Jessica Horrocks and her husband Jared, Andrew Poulsen and his wife Ashley, Kelly Lank Samimi and her husband Cam, Josh Patten, and Charlie Dunaway; nine great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Wayne’s legacy of service and dedication will be remembered by all who knew him through his involvement in various volunteer organizations including the Veterans Hospital, City Hospital, and the Attic to name a few. May his memory bring comfort to his family and friends.
The family will receive friends Monday, December 16, 2024, 6:00-7:00 PM at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 17th, 2024, at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Burial will be in the Farmington Cemetery, there will be no graveside service held.
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 01 34, Space 15
General
Sep 5, 1934
Dec 12, 2024
90
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Tributes
Doris&Family,
May God look over and comfort the family during this time…Wayne was a special man who I considered a friend, through the years he was always supportive and respectful to all people… Doris I’ve followed you all my life through your and moms friendship,may you find peace that he doesn’t have to suffer anymore and is with God, Barb and I love you….Jim&Barbara Ferguson
Jim & Barbara Ferguson - Friend
Dear Patten family,
When Mary Jane and I began worshipping at Farmington United Methodist Church, Wayne and Doris made us feel welcome. I could count on a firm handshake and some friendly teasing from Wayne every Sunday. I am proud to call Wayne & Doris friends. I hope that your abundant memories of Wayne will sustain you during this time of adjustment.
May the peace of God put your hearts to rest.
Love, Jeff and Mary Jane
Jeff Silva - Church family
Dear Doris,
My heart is saddened to hear of Wayne’s death and your loss of a love you shared for so many happy years. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your sweet, beautiful memories and God’s grace sustain you and your family at this difficult time.
Ellen Woods Swift - Friend
Doris I’m so sorry to read of the passing of Wayne and you were in my prayers if there’s anything I can do to help you out let me know please. I’ve walked this road now for eight years so I kinda understand the twist and turns in it. Wayne was always so kind to me and I thought the world of him. He was truly a great man. I love you, sister Love, Connie.
Connie Thomas - Friend
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 01 34, Space 15
General
Sep 5, 1934
Dec 12, 2024
90
Documents