Nathan Alan Patterson, 34 of Bonne Terre passed away January 3, 2012 as a result of an automobile accident.He was born May 16, 1977 in Bonne Terre. Nathan was loved by many and will be dearly missed.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, C.E. Patt, Betty House, Edwin S. House and Carl E. Patterson, Sr.Nathan is survived by his father, Carl E. Patterson and wife Laura; mother, Pam (Patt) Patterson and Jim Wigger; daughter, Darien Perry; brother, Brian Patterson and Caitie; step brother, Bryce McGwire; step-sister, Charissa Sherrill and grandmother, Margaret Scott. Many friends also survive. A private service was held Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at the C. Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home in Desloge with Rev. Randy Murphy officiating. Burial was in the St. Joseph Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. If desired, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.