I have missed my life in Texas and I still miss him. He was such an interesting man. He wasn’t perfect but, he was himself and he charmed. Thank you for sharing your life with me, Sir.
RIP W. H. Patton (July 16, 1939 – July 21, 2012)
Shot of him at about ten years old.
He wanted to drive the 1938 Ford in the background.
I think his cousin took this.He loved this 1934 Oldsmobile.His journalism years.He always had a guitar or two on stands ready to play.He disliked this photo.
1970s perms were not his friend.
Discussing business.Cattle show in 1978.
Wife Glenda, son Sean & daughter Shari.Young Glenda.
Love of his life.
Texas Tech University graduation picture.
1961
One last bonus photo… Taking pictures at my wedding.
Always the photographer.
September 2004
February 3, 2019 at 8:32 AM
I loved both those car shots! That pic of him sat in the chair reminded me of Gary Cooper. He certainly had a life well lived
February 3, 2019 at 6:56 PM
He was something and great to work for.
February 3, 2019 at 2:10 PM
A lovely tribune! I remember those seventies perms – ugh.
February 3, 2019 at 7:01 PM
Thank you.
I also remember the half-perms that showed up in the early 80s. It was, basically, a mullet haircut with only the back permed. OY.
February 4, 2019 at 12:03 PM
Wonderful, loved the photos. I dream of having one of those perms these days.
February 4, 2019 at 12:33 PM
Heh. I see your point. A bad hair day is better than a no hair day, any day. 😉