PATTERSON, STANLEY "STAN" JAMES The family of Stanley James Patterson are saddened to announce that Stan lost his battle with lymphoma on Thursday May 21st, 2009, at the age of 56. Born in Woodstock, NB, he was theson of the late Murray and Geraldine (Dore) Patterson Sr. Stan retired in October 2007 after 30 years of service with the City of Fredericton "Roads and Streets Division". In the early years Stan's avid interest was playing fastball. He quickly became known as one of the premier catchers and hitters, playing for teams such as General Dairies, E.E. McCoy, Acadia Marble and the Air Force Club. He also played hockey, loved to fish, hunt and spend time at his camp on the Dungarvan with his pals. Stan is survived by his wife of 38 years Debbie (Pond) Patterson; son Troy (Jeanine) of LaRonge, Sask.; grandsons Hunter and Colter; daughter Tracy (Mike O'Brien) of Burlington, Vermont; brothers Ray, Zenus (Carol), Gary (Maryanne), Murray (Lorraine), Terry (Mary), Shawn (Roxanne); sisters Diana (Reg) Goodine and Sadie Beech; in-laws Carm (Connie) Pond, Doug Cavanaugh, Sylvia Pond, Joanne Pond, and Mary Pond; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by a sister Mavis Wood and her husband Floyd; sister in law Ena Patterson; in-laws Goldie, Duane, Dale, and Dalton "Pudge" and his wife Mary Pond; mother and father in law Maurice and Allie Pond. Respecting Stan's wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service, with cremation to be held. Please no flowers, for those who wish memorials may be made in Stan's memory to the DECRH Palliative Care Unit. Stan had many good friends and would want everyone of you to remember all the times you shared in the fun and laughter. A celebration of Stan's life will be announced at a later date. Bishop's Funeral Home 540 Woodstock Rd. have been entrusted with arrangements. www.bishopsfuneralhome.com