Sally Mae Patton, age 74 of Hesperia, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2010 at her home following a short illness. Sally was born on March 10, 1936 in Fremont to George G.A. and Lois (Williamson) Bradway and has been a lifelong resident of the Hesperia area. Sally graduated from Hesperia High School in 1954 and has been very active in the Hesperia community her entire life where she served on the Hesperia School Board, Hesperia Village Council and Hesperia Chamber of Commerce for several years and was a life member of the Order of Eastern Star. Sally started work in the insurance industry at the Elmer Arndt Insurance Agency and later retired from West Michigan Insurance in Hesperia. Sally had been very active in her childrens lives when they were growing up and always attended their school activities and sporting events. After retirement, Sally and Darrell, sold everything and hit the road to travel and see the United States. Sally was also known for always having an opinion on everything. Sally married Robert Towne on July 24, 1954 and together they had 3 children, Greg Robert Towne who passed away August 12, 1994; Scotti Mae Herin of Hesperia; Lisa Marie (Joseph) Gerdes of Hesperia; a daughter, whom Sally gave up for adoption at an early age, Paula Ann Conklin (Roy) Alexander of Alabama; and her daughter-in-law, Rebecca (Ron) Connor of Borculo. Sally later married Darrell Patton on May 11, 1974 and Darrells 2 children, Kitt (Bill) Latsch of Newaygo; Kris Knowles of Fremont. Her grandchildren, Trisha (David) Berends of Traverse City; Erin (Matthew) Lieske of Byron Center; Kevin (Katie) Towne of Zeeland; Amanda (Josh) Eaves of Hesperia; David (Lacey) Herin of Hesperia; Tena (Kevin) Doute of Wyondotte; Sylvia Root of Florida; Charles Chip Vanderwall of Kalamazoo; Phillip (Judith) Higgins of Newaygo; Kaitlin Latsch of Newaygo; Scott Latsch of Newaygo; Colleen Knowles of Fremont; Charlie (Lisa) Knowles of Twin Lake; Amber Knowles of Fremont; 20 great grandchildren. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 11am at the Crandell Funeral Home Fremont Chapel with a time of visitation with the family 1 hour prior to the services. Friends may consider the Sally Patton family for memorial contributions to assist with expenses. Dear Darrell and family: Ed and I want to express our sincere sympathy to you and your family, Sally was one of our school mates, more than that she was also a good friend to both Ed and me. That time we stopped in Idaho to see you and Sally on that Ranch, was great fun for all of us, Sally had prepared a wonderful meal for us and was so happy to see someone from home. We had two great days with you and Sally, your grandson was there too. We will all miss her more than you might know. Our love and sympathy to you and all the family. Betty and Ed Dean Posted 8/23/2010 Darrell, Mike and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sally was a very special person. I remember the time we went camping and you were the camp keepers. Sally made us lemon bars, I have had to make them for Mike many times after that. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mike and Nora Seng Posted 8/23/2010 Darrell and Family, You all have our Deepest Sympathy in the passing of Sally. She was a Grand Lady. She will be deeply missed by all who's lives she has touched. God be with you all in your time of need. Mitch and Charlie Thomas Posted 8/23/2010 Sadly, they leave our presence. They came at their time to be born and they leave at their time to leave for HOME. In these days you will mourn the loss of her presence; after time you will rejoice that she is home free at last, and able to be free of doubt, pain, hunger, tears and sadnesses. The sound of her laughter, the smells of her something good in the kitchen, the love of her labour, all have passed and her new life is waiting for you back HOME. I am surrounding you all in the love of God and the light of His presence for comfort and peace, that today will pass into another tomorrow that will be a greater measure of contentment. I understand the pain; I grieve with you in the loss. All blessing, Nina Scripps Posted 8/23/2010 May we extend our deepest sympathy to all the families of Sally, especially Darrell. I have many, many fond memories of her thoughout the years. She was a person who loved people and wanted to be around them as much as possible. I know I will miss her immensely. Our love goes out to Lisa, whom I know best and the loving care she and Joe has given her. God Bless all of you at this time. Kathleen and Bruce Lindsay Posted 8/23/2010 I was saddened when I heard of Sally's passing. She was a fun person to be around, and it has been so many years since I have had that opportunity. May she rest in peace. I wonder how Hesperia will function without her. My prayers go to her surviors. Bill Hodge Posted 8/26/2010 Dear Darrell and family, We were so sorry to hear of Sally's passing. You are in our prayers. Mick and Rose Gardenour Posted 8/26/2010 Darrell, Jeanne and I offer our our love and deepest sorrow to you and your family on Sally's passing. You were truly a match made in heaven, as your love and devotion for each other was so apparent to everyone who knew you, as was your mutual love for people in general. May God bless you and your family. Dr. and Mrs Glenn W. Briggs Merritt Island, Florida Posted 8/26/2010 Darrell, Scotti, Lisa, I just saw the obituary notice for Sally. Even though it has been a few years now, I always enjoy when our paths cross. Please accept my sincerest condolences'. As you know, your family has always been intertwined with our family. I will certainly be thinking of you and wish you the best. Joe Ramey Posted 8/26/2010 Lisa and Joe, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim & Belva Posted 8/27/2010 Lisa and Joe, Our deepest sympathy at the passing of your mother. Sincerely, Bruce & Claudette Smith (R'ville) Posted 8/27/2010 Lisa, We are sorry for your loss and want you to know that we are thinking of you. Don & Sharla Hamilton Posted 8/28/2010 Our sympathy in the loss of your mother. Jim & Marilyn Nelson Posted 8/28/2010 Dear Lisa and family Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Sincerely Dave and Dot Newman Posted 8/30/2010 Lisa, so sorry to hear about your moms passing. My thoughts are with you. Dona Har Posted 8/30/2010 Dear Darrel and all the family so sorry to hear of Sally passing she will be sadly missed by all The Harvey Dean Family Posted 8/30/2010 Darrell, Scotti, and Lisa, Oh the memories I have of Sally! From the first time we met while working at Bob's Drugs in 1969! Even the time Natalie decided she was big enough to visit Sal around the bend on McClaren Lake Rd... at 2 years old!! Darrell, I'll always fondly recall when you were trucking East and brought Sally to visit me while you completed your run... such fun! Girls, your mom was one in a million! She will be missed by all! With love and sympathy, Shelly (VanderWater) Ferguson Posted 8/30/2010 Lisa, We are so sorry to hear about your mother, she will greatly be missed. Love Jean & Spence Harvey Posted 8/30/2010 Darrell, Sorry for your (our) loss. I will miss giving Sally a hard time. She always had a comeback and I had to move quick. I can only hope for some of the adventures the two of you had together. We will be in touch. Mark & Carla Balcom Posted 9/1/2010 We who knew Sally loved her. I already miss her calls. My memories of her go back a very long ways so she will keep living in so many hearts through memories. Darrell, you took good care of her and know you find peace within knowing she is with our Lord. Lisa, Scott, and family, you had a great mom. She never mixed words and was not afraid to speak what was on her mind. That was one of her specialities that I liked. I continue to keep you in my prayers. Love you all. Carol and Bob Thomas. Posted 9/7/2010 Fond memories of you 'cousin Sally'. You were always fun to be around and chat. Rest in Peace, Ellen Smith Posted 9/10/2010 Hi Lisa, I was so sorry to read of your mothers passing. Just found out today. Will be unable to attend her memorial, but she was a wonderful woman. The article covered her perfectly. If there is anything you need, want, you know how to reach me. With deepest sympathy Mary Sue Mahan Posted 9/10/2010 Today we said our final goodbye to our friend Sally. She is gone form our presence, but forever in our hearts. Our deepest sympathy to you all. Jerry and Sherry Posted 9/11/2010 Lisa,Joe and Family. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother. May she rest in peace. Posted 9/13/2010