Obituary of Gregory W. Patton

Gregory W. Patton, age 47, went to be with his Savior on July 18, 2022. A beloved husband, father, and friend, Greg lived in Pitman for the past 13 years and enjoyed being an active participant in his church and surrounding community. He received his Bachelor's degree from Bob Jones University and his Master's degree from Clemson University. Greg began his career as a CPA in South Carolina. He then worked for Wilmington Trust and Fox Rothschild and most recently worked for Ernst & Young in Philadelphia as a CPA. A devoted husband who was always there for reassurance, encouragement, and support, Greg's family was his world. His kids adored him and looked up to him as their hero. Greg loved to spend time with his kids- teaching them to ride bikes, taking them to play tennis, putting together wooden models, playing games, and assembling puzzles. Greg shared his enthusiasm for life with his children and took the time to teach them important skills- everything from mowing the lawn to fixing plumbing. Greg had an incredible sense of humor with which he could make everyone around him laugh. He was caring and compassionate, stepping in to help others whenever an opportunity arose. A volunteer with Samaritan's Purse, he was always ready to lend a hand to those in need. He loved sports including biking and ice hockey and was an avid Philadelphia Flyers fan. Greg was always ready for the next adventure, whether that was an evening around the firepit in the backyard or a weekend family getaway. He is survived by his wife Lani (Russell) Patton, children Elyse, Garrett, and Norah, parents Carolyn (Sickler) and Ned Patton, sisters Elizabeth (Bradley) Howe, Lori (Jeryl) Bier, and many nieces and nephews. Friends may greet the family from 9:00-10:30am on Tuesday, July 26th at Joy Fellowship Community Church, 309 Florence Ave, Pitman, NJ 08071. Funeral service will be at 11am, private interment to follow. Those desiring may make a monetary contribution to Samaritan's Purse at samaritanspurse.org.