James "Michael" Patteson

May 24, 1957 - June 13, 2018

May 24, 1957 — June 13, 2018 Michael was born in Albany to Pat and Frances (Barnett) Patteson on May 24, 1957. He attended Fairmount Elementary School, North Albany Middle School, and West Albany High School. Michael’s career was spent working for 30 years at Senior and Disability Services in Albany, retiring in February of 2015. Michael was well liked and highly respected by his colleagues. Michael moved to Corvallis in the 1990's, where he met his future wife, Linda Weckesser, whom he married in 2003. Michael is survived by his wife, Linda, his brother, Pat and sister-in-law, Kay; and nephew, Chad, wife Kerry and their two children. Michael also is survived by Linda's mother; siblings; and their families in Rochester, New York as well as in Alaska. Michael’s extended family loved him and appreciated him dearly. Michael was diagnosed with colangiocarcinoma shortly after his retirement. Having survived two unrelated cancers earlier in his life, he was determined to battle this new cancer with persistence and will. His three year survival was a testament of his courage and determination. Michael was known for his kind heart, generous spirit, and patient loving manner. He enjoyed helping people set up their computers and would happily answer their questions or work to solve their computer problems. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Please contact Linda for information on Michael’s celebration of life. Contributions in Michael's name can be made to Oregon Public Broadcasting Company or Albany/Corvallis Meals on Wheels. Michael saw great value in both organizations.