Raymond Lee Patterson, age 89, passed away on August 21, 2024, in Dallas, TX. Born in Fairlie, TX, on July 12, 1935, Raymond was the son of Raymond and Annie Patterson. R.L. graduated from Crozier Tech High School, Dallas, TX, Class of 1954 as Sergeant-at-Arms. He was voted Most Athletic, was the starting Tackle in football, and the starting Catcher for the baseball team. He wore the number 5 jersey. In the mid-1950s, R.L. pursued his passion for sports by playing Minor League baseball for the Cleveland Indians organization. Over his three years as a catcher and outfielder, he hit 53 home runs and drove in 181 RBIs. He was a member of the American Kennel Club, where he competed with labrador retrievers in field trials and won numerous blue ribbons and trophies. R.L. was a gambling man. He loved the horse races, poker, and slot machines. R.L. spent his career as a Film Projectionist. He was a lifelong member of Union IATSE Local 249. He embraced golf and shared his enthusiasm for the game with family and friends. He encouraged his loved ones to join him for lessons or 4-man scrambles, always ensuring that each round was filled with stories and laughter, regardless of skill level. R.L. was deeply devoted to his family, no matter the time of day, a call to him would guarantee hed be there. He never missed a game or event for his grandchildren and his unwavering support and love will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. R. L. was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Patterson. R. L. is survived by: daughter, Connie Sockwell; sister, Barbara A. Peterson and her husband Dean; brothers, Darrell Patterson, Glenn Patterson and his wife Lynda, David Patterson and his wife Margie; granddaughter, Jennifer Roberts and her husband Glenn; grandson, Cole Sockwell; great-grandchildren, Bailey Roberts, Braxton Roberts; and companion, Patsy Galli. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday August 31, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Colonial Funeral Home in Irving, TX Burial follow at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens in Irving, TX. Photo Album Memorial Service Saturday, August 31, 2024 1:00 PM Donnelly's Colonial 606 West Airport Freeway Irving, TX 75062 Graveside Service Saturday, August 31, 2024 2:30 PM Oak Grove Memorial Gardens 1413 E. Irving Blvd. Irving, TX 75060 Reception Saturday, August 31, 2024 3:59 PM Pappasito's Cantina 10433 Lombardy Ln Dallas, TX 75220