James L. Patterson, age 84, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, January 23, 2025. 

He was born on November 18, 1940 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Henry “Foster” and Sybil (Vaughn) Patterson, was married to Sharon L. (Wetherbee) Patterson for 61 years, was a barber in Wellsboro for over 30 years, retired from truck driving for Tioga Transport Inc. and had served in the US Army National Guard. 

Jim was a member of the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro, PA and the Ossea Lodge # 317 F&AM.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He played basketball in highschool and was a member of the Grand Canyon FFA.  His hobbies were growing and selling Christmas trees, cooking, making maple syrup and loved spending time with his family and friends and his grand dogs. 

Jim is survived by his wife: Sharon Patterson of Wellsboro, PA, sons: Tyler Patterson, Darren (Jackie) Patterson, Patrick Patterson, Jason (Audrey) Patterson, all of Wellsboro, PA, sisters: Janet (Jim) McWhorter of Roanoke, VA, Patty Smith of Alamogordo, NM, sister-in-law: Laura Patterson of Blossburg, PA, grandchildren: James Patterson, Alexa Patterson and Jacob Patterson. 

He was preceded in death by his brothers Ronald Patterson, Howard Patterson and Robert Patterson. 

A private family funeral service will be held at the Ossea Masonic Lodge, Wellsboro, PA with the Rev. Liz Jackson officiating.  Interment will be in the Welsh Settlement Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Ossea Masonic Lodge, 8 Kelsey St., Wellsboro, PA.  Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.