Mark A. Patton

Jan 11th, 1963 - Nov 1st, 2013
14 Guests

Visitation:

Mon, Nov. 4th, 2013 5 - 8 pm

Service:

Tue, Nov. 5th, 2013 11 am

Mark A. Patton, 50, of Metropolis, passed away on Friday, November 01, 2013 at 1:45 am at Cox Medical Center in Branson, Missouri.

Mark was born January 11, 1963 in Mattoon the son of Jon and Dorothy (Schofield) Patton. He married Melanie Williams on March 4, 1989 in Herrin and together they have shared over 24 years of marriage.

He was the general manager for Arby’s in Paducah, Kentucky. He was an avid Cubs, Bears and Nascar fan.

Survivors include his; Wife – Melanie Patton of Metropolis Father – Jon Patton of Marion Two brothers; Jonathan Patton and wife Tina of Rockport, Indiana Rodney Patton and wife Shea of Marion Mother-in-law – Anna Jean Williams of Herrin Two brother-in-laws; Randy Williams of Herrin Bruce Williams of Sarasota, Florida Two nieces; Lindsey Patton of Booneville, Indiana Jonna Patton of Booneville, Indiana Nephew - Corey Patton of Rockport, Indiana

Preceded by his Mother – Dorothy Patton, Niece – Kaleigh Jane Patton, Father-in-law – Carlos Williams.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home with Mark Fisher officiating. Burial will follow in Herrin City Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday evening from 5 – 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

For those who prefer memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Envelopes will be available and accepted at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home, 800 North Market Street, Marion, Illinois 62959.

 

 

14 Guestbook Messages

  • Guest: Linda (Patton) Foster

    From: Boonville, Indiana

    Date: November 2, 2013

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

    Linda, Lindsey and Jonna

  • Guest: Jason Willoughby

    From: Paducah, Kentucky

    Date: November 2, 2013

    Sending many prayers for this family as Mark greatly influenced and impacted my life. His legacy will forever continue!

    God Bless

  • Guest: Joyce (Morris) Edwards

    From: Boonville, Indiana

    Date: November 2, 2013

    My thoughts and prayers are with you!

  • Guest: Dave & Linda Simmons

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: November 2, 2013

    Melanie, Our hearts go out to you as we love you and Mark very much. We have enjoyed many Birthdays together. Mark was such a remarkable person and I know you had a lot of good times together. If you need anything just call and we will do whatever we can to help. Don’t be a stranger, come see us anytime you are lonely or want to talk. We love you
    Dave & Linda

  • Guest: Marcia Miller Tambellini

    From: Franklin, Tennessee

    Date: November 3, 2013

    blessings of love and encouragement to the entire family.

  • Guest: Debbie J Futch Miller

    From: Metropolis, Illinois

    Date: November 3, 2013

    Sorry to hear of the passing away of Mark. It was in the past few years that I found out he was working in Paducah for Arby’s. God bless you all during this time of loss.

  • Guest: Kim Reveal

    From: Herrin, Illinois

    Date: November 3, 2013

    He was a positive influence on the life of so many people young and old,he will be missed. I will be praying for strength for his friends and family during these trying times

  • Guest: Rex Epperheimer

    From: Herrin, Illinois

    Date: November 3, 2013

    Melanie and Family,
    We will all miss Mark. He was a wonderful man and a great friend to me. I will cherish and hold in my heart every moment that I spent with him. From the days over the years working together up until his final hours. I feel honored to have known him and that you allowed me to be a part of his last days. Thank you and I love you all. -

  • Guest: Sheila Camden Bastien

    From: Arnold, Missouri

    Date: November 4, 2013

    Mark was truely a fun loving guy. His laughter was contagoues. I regret that we lost touch with each other after high scool, but I thought of him often. My prayers are with the family during this very difficult time. He will always be remembered!

  • Guest: Kim Meyer Sharp

    From: Joppa , Illinois

    Date: November 4, 2013

    Our love and prayers are with the family. Mark was a great person that always had a smile on his face .

  • Guest: Hope & Gary Bellovich

    From: Riverview, Florida

    Date: November 4, 2013

    Our hearts go out to you Melanie and the family for the loss of a wonderful man. We were very sadden when we heard the news and I know that Mark is in a better place now. Mark has touched many people throughout his life and will be missed dearly. Rest In Peace my friend.

  • Guest: Kevin McAlister

    From: Belleville, Illinois

    Date: November 4, 2013

    Worked with Mark for several years back in 80′s at Burger Chef and then Hardee’s…so sorry to hear of his passing. he was always so pleasant to be around. RIP my friend.

  • Guest: Gregory Drew

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: November 7, 2013

    Mark was one of the best people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. We had great fun at Burger Chef working those nights, singing everything we heard on the radio after closing. I don’t know how many times we quoted the movie “Stripes” but I do know it was a lot. I’m truly saddened by his loss. You were a great friend “Scooter”. Thanks for the good memories!

  • Guest: Yolo

    From: Mar, Illinois

    Date: November 13, 2013

    Mr. Patton, John, and Mark’s family:
    I learned of Mark’s death too late to call in person, then had trouble accessing the Funeral Home’s obituary site so please forgive the lateness of the note, but I was really sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. I alwaiys thought a lot of Mark. He was a good student for me and always the gentleman. My sympathy to all.