Tributes to former Penwortham councillor James Patten who was 'heart and soul' of Kingsfold community
The beloved 63-year-old was a ‘great friend to many’ and a ‘pioneering councillor’...
Tributes have been paid to a former Penwortham councillor who was the 'heart and soul' of his community.
James ‘Jim’ Patten died peacefully at home on May 25, surrounded by his family. He was 63-years-old.
‘A great friend to so many’
Sharing news of his death on Facebook, local funeral director Neal Buckley, said: “Beloved husband of Helen. Much-loved dad of Tom. Loving brother of Ruth and uncle of Ellie, Ruby and Alex.
“Great friend to so many, and a devoted and pioneering Penwortham Town Councillor and the heart and soul of Kingsfold Junior Football Club.
“Jim will be deeply missed by all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
“His contributions to his local community will be felt for many years to come.
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Funeral details
A service to celebrate Jim's life will be held at Preston Crematorium on Tuesday, June 9 at 12 noon.
Neal Buckley has asked for family flowers only but said donations in Jim's memory would be gratefully received to benefit St Catherine's Hospice, who took incredible care of him and the whole family.
“Donations can be made via the following link https://jamespatten.muchloved.com or c/o the funeral director - Neal Buckley Funerals, 6 Liverpool Road, Penwortham, PR1 0AD. Tel: 01772 744700