William David “Bill” Patton, of Lewisville, Texas, was born, Wednesday, December 12, 1945 in Amarillo, Texas to Dr. David and Gladys Patton and died Tuesday, January 20, 2015 in Plano, Texas at the age of 69 years, one month and 8 days.
Bill grew up in Amarillo. He attended and graduated from Texas Tech University in 1969 and moved to Dallas after college. Bill was in advertising sales and won many awards during his 46 years in the industry, including 3 prestigious Clio’s. His career included TracyLocke, DDB Needham, Case Dunlap, Walraven, Patton Promotional Services, and Branding Resources. Bill enjoyed scuba diving and snow skiing. He loved to spend time at his lake house, playing with the grandchildren and teaching bible studies. Bill was a strong, courageous, loving and forgiving man, always trusting in the Lord. He married Sherry Thompson Payne on February 23, 1996.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Jonathan Carl Patton. He is survived by his wife, Sherry of the home; brothers, Markham Patton and his wife Brenda of Bells, Texas, Carl Patton and his partner George Baden of Alexandria, Virginia; stepsons, Jeff Payne of Lewisville, Texas, Jeremy Payne and his wife Jessica of Midlothian, Texas, Josh Payne of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Austin Payne, Ashley Payne, Makala Burgess, Jordyn Payne and Logan Payne; niece, Melissa Flyger and her husband Dean and their children, Freddie and Suzanne of Bells, Texas; nephew, David Patton and his wife Tamara and their son, Andersen of Rapid City, South Dakota.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 25, 2015 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Restland-Coppell Funeral Home, 400 Freeport Parkway, Coppell, TexasHome. Funeral services will be held Monday, January 26, 2014 at GracePoint Church, 590 South Denton Tap Road, Coppell, Texas, with Winston Curtis officiating. Burial will follow at the Rolling Oaks Memorial Cemetery, 400 Freeport Parkway, Coppell, Texas with Gene Coffey, Howard Fuerst, Ronnie Williams, Len Bussey, Jim Walker and Matt Carnes serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Hodges, George Parr, Gary Raines and Ben Jarboe. A reception will be held in the foyer of the Restland-Coppell Funeral Home following the services at the cemetery.
The family has requested that memorial contributions in memory of Bill Patton be directed to the MDS Foundation at www.mds-foundation.org/donate/.
Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Restland-Coppell Funeral Home, 400 Freeport Parkway, Coppell, Texas 75019, (972) 745-1638, www.restlandcoppell.com.
Bill’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the devoted friends who so abundantly supported Bill and Sherry during the past few months in so many loving ways.
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February 6, 2015
Pete Langdon
I just saw the announcement of Bill's passing on one of our industry websites and am deeply saddened by this news. I had the pleasure of knowing, and doing business with Bill for many years. He was always forthright, honest and a pleasure to work with. I'll miss him greatly - Rest in Peace, young man!!
February 3, 2015
I was blessed to office next door to Bill at Case Dunlap and he helped me in so many ways. He was highly respected in our industry and will be greatly missed. I extend my deepest sympathy to Shari and all the family. Judy Smith (Dallas, Tx)
January 31, 2015
John Birbari
I was blessed to office next door to Bill at Case Dunlap for several years and work with him for a total of 13 years. Bill taught me a lot. He and I had the ad agency background in common and we had similar views on things like client service because of it. For Bill, his clients were supreme and he would move heaven and earth to get the job done right and delivered on time. I remember one afternoon overhearing Bill argue with Bic pen about producing an order on time and smiling as I heard him say, "Hey, I may not be Kmart, I many not order hundreds of thousands of pens but, I think my business should be just as important to you as theirs is." Bill and I had our conflicts but, always resolved them and were friends and Christian brothers above all. I like to think many of us at Case-Dunlap help knock enough rough edges off of him over the years to make him fit to marry Sherry. The highlight of Bill's funeral for me was seeing all the photos of Bill and Sherry, the children and grandchildren and realizing how wonderfully happy they were. Working with Bill made me a better man as well. I'll miss him but, only for a time and not forever. We have the same Hope and Faith in Christ Jesus. Enjoy eternity with the Lord, Bill. You have earned your rest.
January 27, 2015
Mike Shaw
Though I knew Bill only the past ten years, he made me feel like we had been friends all our lives. My thanks to Bill for his guidance in business decisions and for being a great friend. I will miss him.
January 27, 2015
John Gaines
Sincere condolences to Bill's family, especially my dear friend Sherry. We love you and mourn Bill's passing. Our prayers are with you. John and Christine Gaines (Fredericksburg, VA)
January 27, 2015
Denise & Ron Nelson
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to your family. We lived next door for just a few years before you moved on. It was such a pleasure to always see Bill's smile & have him as a neighbor. I hope he was able to get that black bamboo to grow at the lake.
January 26, 2015
Donna Swan
Please accept my deepest condolences. Bill was a pleasure to work with, always going the extra mile to help us out with a smile on face and in his voice. My thoughts and prayers going out to his family during this difficult time.
January 26, 2015
Ryan Jenkins
We at Lehigh Hanson would like to send our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole Patton family during this difficult time.
January 26, 2015
Elizabeth (Liz) Muscatell
Sympathies extended and prayers lifted for the Patton Family and Branding Resources staff. Bill was such a friendly person and equipped to help us efficiently handle any detail for any occasion with such style. I know his family and co-workers will miss him tremendously. He will be missed here on the campus of the University of Texas Southwestern by the Division of Oral Surgery, as well a many other Departments and Divisions.
January 26, 2015
I worked with Bill many years at Case Dunlap. He was a great mentor and friend and it was so good to see him at the recent C/D reunion! Continued prayers for Sherry and his extended family. He will be missed!!
January 26, 2015
Jack Shelton
I was unaware that Bill was having health issues and mourn his passing as we developed a good relationship that began in 1985 at Case Dunlap where he selflessly helped me in the beginning of my career in the promotions industry. Bill was a strong Christian man who walked the talk and was an inspiration to many. Wish I had know sooner about his situation and miss spending time with him discussing many subjects. You are loved and missed.
Jack Shelton
January 25, 2015
Mary Sacharnoski
Safe journey Bill, until we meet again, you are loved and will be missed by all. Sherry, thank you for your love and care for such a sweet and gentle soul, our best wishes to you, we have prayed for both of you every day and continue to do so.
Rod and Mary Sacharnoski
January 25, 2015
Beth Hillis
My sincere sympathies Sherry to you and your family. Praying for peace and comfort for you all now and the days that follow....
January 25, 2015
Scott Hanson
All of us from the Case Dunlap family who shared a lot of fond memories and laughs at our work will miss our dear friend Bill Patton. Thanks for always being the rock of consistency and stability. I look forward to seeing you again, someday soon, dear friend.
January 24, 2015
Pam Adams Drake
Sherry,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bill will be missed by all who knew him. I am comforted to know that he is not suffering anymore and is free of pain. I will always remember his sweet smile and funny sense of humor. Praying for you and your loss, Sherry.
January 24, 2015
Rita Greer
My condolences to you Sherry and you family. Bill was a great guy who enjoyed people & life. I'm glad I got to work with him. Such a sad loss! Rita Greer
January 23, 2015
Brenda Patton
Bill, thanks for the memories with Sherry and all of your family! Thanks, for all of our times together, at your lake house! So kind, so caring and loving! I miss not having you here! Your brothers, Sherry, family and I feel God has given you final rest with him!
January 23, 2015
David Patton
Aunt Sherry, I wish we could be there for you. I loved Uncle Bill a lot, and I will miss knowing he's there. Praying much. Condolences from all of us here in Rapid City.
Love, David, Tamara, & Andersen
January 23, 2015
Steve Cochran
I knew Bill for a long time and he was a great customer and a better friend ! So sorry to hear that we have lost him. He left a big mark on all of us that knew him. He will be missed by many...including me.
January 23, 2015
Karen Austin Case
Bill was a wonderful classmate in grade school and junior high. My condolences to Sherry and their family!
January 23, 2015
Mary Hernandez
My Condolences to Mrs. Patton and your family. Mr. Patton was always a pleasure to speak to & will be missed.
Mary Hernandez
First Dallas Securities
January 23, 2015
Candy Slocum
Bill, you were a wonderful neighbor of many years on Tremont Street. The Slocum Family sends condolences to your family. Heaven has a new Angel.
January 23, 2015
Jill Brooks
It was my great pleasure to work with Bill on a project for Internal Medicine at UTSW Medical Center. He was attentive, responsive and devoted to delivering the product we needed correctly and on time. He stayed in the trenches with it, often going above and beyond, until the project was completed correctly. Bill will be greatly missed by so many, including me and my office. God bless you all as you walk through the days ahead.
January 23, 2015
I would like to express condolences from myself and the staff of Plasti-Fab.
Steve Mickle
January 23, 2015
Jennifer Frankel
Bill, you will be greatly missed. You were always such an inspiration to everyone you touched in your life. May you rest in peace. Very proud to have known such an amazing and wonderful person.
January 23, 2015
So sorry to hear this very sad news. Regret that we cousins did not get together more. May God receive you with embracing arms.
Ken Bond
January 23, 2015
Terri Anstice
May you know God's comfort and peace as you celebrate Bill's life, work and relationships in this life. I am thankful to know there is yet, much more to come.
January 23, 2015
Abdul Amlani
Our Prayers for Bill's eternal peace and for the family to bear this loss .
January 23, 2015
Carol Ragghianti
To Bill's Family, Our prayers are with you Sherry and your family. Bill will be missed, as he was one of the good guys. Carol Ragghianti and family.
January 23, 2015
Michael Kogutt
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bill was a friend and business associate of mine for over 25 years. He always had a smile even when things were difficult.
I will miss you my friend. Rest in peace.
Prayers to your wife and family.
January 23, 2015
Stuart Roth
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
January 23, 2015
Wendy Bishop
Great person to work with and extremely professional. My thoughts and prayers to his family during this difficult time.
January 23, 2015
Courtney Rice
Hello! Sending prayers and hugs to you all. Bill was the guy we turned to when we wanted something fun and unique. He was fun and unique himself. Won't be able to be at his funeral but a piece of my heart will always be with him.
Love to all!
-Courtney
Office of Compliance
UT Southwestern
January 23, 2015
Marcela Carrizosa
From all of us at Terry Town, our deepest condolences for your loss.
January 23, 2015
Jerlys Anderson
I will miss working with my kind, resourceful, and helpful friend. My prayer for his family and friends is for God's peace and comfort in the knowledge that Bill is at home with Him now. No one is lost when you know where they are. I am grateful for the time Bill was here with us and look forward to seeing him again some day.
Jerlys Anderson
January 23, 2015
Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Bill was such an amazingly kind man with such magnetic energy and a sweet, caring heart.
He will be dearly missed.
Hugs to you,
Robin Claterbaugh
January 23, 2015
Edward Hanson
I worked with Bill for over twenty years and really enjoyed his friendship. I will sorely miss our lunches and stories of the old days!
Rest in Peace my friend!
Sincerely,
Edward Hanson
Metropak
January 23, 2015
Tony Tuso
Bill was much more than a client as he was a friend for over 30 years. His kind heart and great smile could turn your worst day into a delightful one. He will be missed and in my Prayers.
Tony Tuso
January 23, 2015
Bill always had a smile on his face and I was glad to call him a friend and fellow co-worker. He will be missed. My prayers go out to his family during this time. Jeff Shepherd.
January 23, 2015
Johnathan Garner
So sorry for the loss of William Patton.
January 23, 2015
Mark St.Peter
Sorry to hear this news! My condolences to Bill's family.
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