Harry E. Patten ... heavy machine mechanic

LEBANON - Harry E. Patten, 78, of Bakers Grant Road, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, surrounded by his family.
Harry was born in Sanford, Maine on October 4, 1936, the son of Merton and Althea (Gardener) Patten. He attended the Schoolhouse in Lebanon, right down the road from his home. Harry was a Heavy Machine Mechanic for TD Boss for 45 years and a member of the IBEW Union. He hauled cars locally and was known for his generosity in helping others whenever possible. Harry will be remembered as a wonderful and loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who will be greatly missed.
He was predeceased by his brother, Lewis Patten and his granddaughter, Melissa Demers in 2008. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Marilyn (Porter) Patten of Lebanon; a son, Gary E. Patten of Lebanon; a daughter Cindy E. Demers of Shapleigh, 2 brothers, Clyde Patten of Lebanon and Hayden Patten of Connecticut; 2 sisters, Carol Ann Hill of North Berwick and Arlene Kramer of Connecticut; 4 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.