Eric Patterson, 32, of Murfreesboro, passed away Saturday, December 08, 2007 while in St. Augustine, Florida. Eric was a native and resident of Murfreesboro. He was a mechanic with General Mills and a member of the Church of Christ.

Eric is preceded in death by his grandfather, Leroy Sneed; grandparents, Herman and Louise Patterson; uncle, Phillip Sneed. He is survived by his wife, Kim Patterson; daughter, Maili Minneker; beloved dog, "Highway"; parents, Kenneth and Janis Patterson, all of Murfreesboro; sister, Tiffany Patterson of Christiana; grandparents, James and Ruth Sneed Carver of Murfreesboro; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm Saturday, December 15, 2007 at Murfreesboro Funeral Home with Rev. Glen Potts officiating.

Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 pm until 8:00 pm Friday, December 14, 2007 at the Murfreesboro Funeral Home.

Those wishing may send condolences online at www.murfreesborofuneralhome.com Murfreesboro Funeral Home, Murfreesboro, TN. 615-896-2229.