Gilbert Van Patten

Gilbert Van Patten, 88, was called home to be with Precious Jesus Sunday May 9th, 2010.
Funeral services will be Friday, May 14, 2010, 1:30 PM at the Newcomer Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Limmer officiating with interment to follow at Wyoming Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Thursday at Newcomer Funeral Home from 6 to 7 PM.
Gilbert was born Dec. 7, 1921 to Charlie and Luella Van Patten in Lander, WY. He married the love of his life, Jane Ann Springsteen on Sept. 26, 1940 in Wind River, WY. and they raised 5 sons.
Survivors include four sons, Cecil (Judy) of Gillette, WY, Brent (Carolyn) of Bridgeport, NE, David of Casper, WY , Charlie (Mel) of Ada, OK, a daughter-in-law , Glenda Van Patten, Waltman, WY, thirteen grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren and two great -great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane Ann, son, Andy, sisters, Margie, Mary and Billie, brother, Tuffy and his parents.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army Food Bank.