It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of M. Alan Patterson, age 52, of Dorchester.  Alan passed away at the Moncton Hospital on Thursday, August 8, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Charlottetown, he was a son of Austin Patterson of Barrie, ON and Joan (Paul) Cant, of Sackville, NB.

Alan's been a truck driver since his graduation.  He has trucked across Canada and the United States, trucking for Giant Tiger the last 5 years.  In his younger years, he was active with the Army Reserves.  He loved his Great Danes, and his black labs. He always looked forward to taking dogs out for a walk, either his own, or volunteering at the Moncton SPCA or the LA Animal Shelter.

In addition to his parents, Alan will be dearly missed by his beloved wife Lorilee, Dorchester; step son Evan Whidden, Hinton, AB; step grandchildren Leah Whidden, Truro and Lincoln Whidden, Hinton, AB; step sister Rebekah Cant, Sackville; siblings Larry Patterson, Amherst, Angie (Dave) Corbin, Quispamsis, NB; Sue Patterson, Toronto; many sister in laws, extended family and friends.

Funeral arrangements are under the care and guidance of the Jones Funeral Home, 70 Bridge Street, Sackville (506-364-1300).  In keeping with Alan's wishes, cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held at his home at a later date.

Donations in memory of Alan can be made to an Animal Care Facility in your area.

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the online memorial at www.jonesfuneralhome.ca or through the Jones Funeral Home Facebook Page.