Dr. Alan D Patterson of Ames, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 17, 2024. Alan was 90 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents Loren and Elizabeth Patterson, his daughter Alayne Patterson, his brother and sisters. Alan is survived by his children Alan (Mindy) Patterson, Alicia (Mark Bushard) Patterson and Anne (Dale Weber) Patterson-Weber, in addition to his grandchildren Meredith, Timothy and Matthew.