Richard L. Patton

Richard L. Patton, age 72, of Hammond, IN, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025. Beloved husband of Deborah J. Patton, nee Kortum. Loving father of Melissa Patton, Richard Patton, Arliene (Robert) Lamont, late Carrianne Anderson, late Robert Patton, William Patton, Christopher Patton, Jennifer Van Allen, Timothy Van Allen, and William Van Allen Jr. Proud grandfather of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear brother of the late John P. Patton, Debra (late Mitchell) King, late David Patton, Mary (Lonnie) Henry, Howard Patton, late Wanda Kurcz, Elizabeth (late Leonard) Phillips, and Roger Patton. Kind uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents William and Irma Patton.

Richard was a Vietnam War Army veteran. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Irving Park - 4715 Columbia Ave. (Chicago St. & Columbia Ave.) Hammond, IN.

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com