Cee Jay Patterson

Cee Jay “CJ” Patterson, 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 10, 2023. He was born on February 16, 1937 to the late Hobert and Ollie Patterson.

CJ was a restaurant owner for many years and owned the Quick Burgers in Cleveland, TN and Ocoee, TN’s Woody’s Drive In. He was a gifted cook and avid Atlanta Braves fan. He also loved his precious dog, Baby. Above all, CJ loved his family and spending time with them.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his children Dwayne Patterson and wife Cece of Texas and Angie Scott and husband Mark of Cleveland; grandchildren: Petra Stevison of White House, TN and her children: Ezekiel Pedine, Mercy Pedine, Shiloh Pedine, and Blakely Stevison; Jordan (Jordan) Grant of Fayetville, NC and children Makynley, Avery, and Ryleigh; Madison (Tanner) Wallace of Cleveland and daughter Dottie; Tyler (Robin) Patterson of Arizona and children Aubrey and Tatum; sister Joane Smith (Kenny). He also leaves behind the mother of his children, wife of 34 years, and best friend: Bonnie Patterson.

In addition to these, he leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members and friends.

CJ’s family will receive friends from 5pm until 8pm on Wednesday June 14th at the Cleveland Chapel of Companion Funeral Home with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 8pm.

You are invited to share a personal memory of CJ or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com.