Jan 30, 2014

Truck driver for Russell Brothers

Kenneth W. “Big Ken” Pattison, 69, of Washington, died Wednesday, January 29, 2014, at 3:20 p.m., in his home, following a brief illness

He was born July 2, 1944, in Washington, a son of the late Russell Dean and Erma Houston Pattison.

Mr. Pattison was employed for 26 years as a truck driver for Russell Brothers, until his retirement.

He enjoyed building cars and trucks and spending time with his family. Beside his family and friends, his loyal companion dog, Bo, will miss him dearly.

On September 3, 1965, he married Mary Ann Kolano, who is deceased.

Surviving are his sons, Kenneth Pattison II of Washington and Brian (Julie) Pattison of Washington; a daughter, Kristy (Tom) Harris of Washington; a brother, Robert (Elaine) Pattison of Washington; a sister, Janet (Jack) Rohaly of Eighty Four; eight grandchildren, Michael, Kayla, Kendra, Kenny III, Amanda, Brian II, Daniel and James; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother, James R. Pattison and a sister, Donna Supler.

At the request of the deceased, there will be no public visitation. Burial will be private.

Arrangements are under the direction of Warco-Falvo Funeral Home Inc. Wilson at E. Katherine avenues, Washington, S. Timothy Warco, supervisor/director, Susan Falvo Warco, director, S. Timothy Warco II, director. Memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society, 331 South Main Street, Washington PA 15301. Online condolences may be expressed at www.WarcoFalvoFuneralHome.com.