Garth Ray Patterson

Garth R. Patterson, age 66, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2011, at his home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Garth Ray Patterson was born on June 1, 1944, in rural Jolley. He was the son of Donald and Gladys (Hout) Patterson. While attending Lytton High School, Garth started riding horses at Park Jefferson in Jefferson, South Dakota. After he graduated in 1962, Garth went on to ride at most of the major tracks in the United States. He rode in the Kentucky Derby three times. Garth became a very successful and well-liked jockey. He loved to ride! He also enjoyed fishing, playing pool, watching sports and anything to do with history. He also loved to give advice on any topic! Garth is survived by his mother: Gladys Patterson of Pomeroy; brothers and sisters: Dennis (Sis) Patterson of Jolley, Connie (Jack) Fuller of Morgantown, WV, Janet (Jerry) Erisman of Humboldt, NE and Francis (Mary) Patterson of Jolley, plus nieces, nephews, his extended family and many friends. Garth was preceded in death by his father Donald Patterson, brothers Tom Patterson and Joseph Patterson, nephew John Patterson, and brother-in-law Dan Schutz.