Dorothy Patton

Dorothy Pack Patton, age 87, a lifelong resident of Royal Oak, died February 3, 2009 at St. John Oakland Hospital in Madison Heights. She was born November 26, 1921 in Detroit. Mrs. Patton retired from Kmart Corporation after 25 years of service. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed spending time with her friends at coffee shops in Royal Oak. Mrs. Patton was also a descendent of the Mayflower. She is survived by her daughter, Margaret Mark Einhaus Patton of Ferndale; sisters, Margaret and Alice. She was predeceased by her beloved cat, Beulah. Memorial visitation will be held Saturday 12 noon until time of service 2:00 pm at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W Eleven Mile Road 4 blks. E of Woodward, Royal Oak. Memorials suggested to the Detroit Zoological Society, P.O. Box 8237, Royal Oak, MI 48068-8237. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.