OBITUARY: Charles L. Patrick

Charlie Patrick was born Feb. 3, 1938 in Altus, Okla. He was raised in Shafter and graduated from Shafter High School.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carol; his daughter LeAnne and granddaughter Peyton; daughter Kelley Scott and husband Kip; grandchildren Jordan Scott, Kellen Scott (Alissa), Jeff Scott (Timi), great grandchildren Chrissy (Steven), Brandon, Haiden, Coby, Truxton, Aerie and Ellie; brother Murphy Patrick (Florence); and nieces and nephews.

Charlie worked for Southern Pacific Railroad and later became a building contractor and real estate broker. He and Carol established Mid Valley Real Estate, where they worked together for many years. He loved anything with wheels, especially Corvettes. He loved to tinker in his garage and work on motors and antique telephones. He enjoyed vacations with family and friends at Bass Lake and Pismo Beach.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, at Greenlawn Chapel, 3700 River Blvd., Bakersfield, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.