Andrew T. Patton
June 22, 1972 ~ May 22, 2008
Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin on June 22, 1972, Andrew spent his early school years (1979-1985) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It was during that period his great interest in world travel started. He graduated from Cranford High School in 1991 & Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University in 1996 with a B.S. in Business-Management Science.
Andrew started work in the Washington, DC area with American Management Systems on a varitey of federal government-related contracts. He completed six years of work as a Senior Software Engineer with BAE Systems, McLean, Virginia on related government contracts.
Andrew's great love was international travel. He visited as total of 33 countries, which are well documented on his website www.andrewpatton.com. In conjunction with his travels, Andrew developed into an excellent photographer; many of his photos are on his website.
Andrew was diagnosed with melonoma in the summer of 2006. His two year long battle with this cancer included participation in two clinical studies at the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. The care provided by the staff there was outstanding.
Survivors include his parents, Maureen & Thomas Patton of Cranford, New Jersey; a sister, Jennifer Patton (Scott Shurr) of Waltham, Massachusetts; & many aunts, uncles & cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Children's Inn at NIH, 7 West Dr., Bethesda, MD 20814.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Andrew started work in the Washington, DC area with American Management Systems on a varitey of federal government-related contracts. He completed six years of work as a Senior Software Engineer with BAE Systems, McLean, Virginia on related government contracts.
Andrew's great love was international travel. He visited as total of 33 countries, which are well documented on his website www.andrewpatton.com. In conjunction with his travels, Andrew developed into an excellent photographer; many of his photos are on his website.
Andrew was diagnosed with melonoma in the summer of 2006. His two year long battle with this cancer included participation in two clinical studies at the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. The care provided by the staff there was outstanding.
Survivors include his parents, Maureen & Thomas Patton of Cranford, New Jersey; a sister, Jennifer Patton (Scott Shurr) of Waltham, Massachusetts; & many aunts, uncles & cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Children's Inn at NIH, 7 West Dr., Bethesda, MD 20814.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Andrew was an avid race fan, at work we would discuss racing all the time. I will miss his calendars that he use to put together and order for us, those were some great pictures. My condolences are with you in your time of loss. My family has done some praying for all of you.
Dear Maureen, Tom, Jennifer, and Scott: Our deepest sympathy to all of you. We know that Andrew is in peace. We will keep all of you in our prayers and thoughts. We will enjoy viewing pitures of his many travels. As an old and dear friend of his mother, I know that she loves to travel and probably instilled that love in him. Take care all of you. Love, Nick and Sue Steinbach
Dear Mr and Mrs Patton, I am so very sorry on the loss of your precious son. I am a co-worker of Andrew’s. He was an outstanding software developer – very committed to always doing the best possible job. Andrew had very many friends at work – we are all like each others extended families. I so enjoyed Andrews sense of humor and honesty. Andrew worked hard but laughed and fooled around often. We will miss Andrew. My prayers are with you. Denise
Mr. and Mrs. Patton, I previously worked with Andrew and my wife knew his as well. We were so sorry to hear of his passing. I will always remember Andrew as the traveling man. Although his life was cut short he did more traveling and saw more places in this world than anyone I know. I always enjoyed talking with Andrew about his travels and seeing the pictures upon his return from each trip. He will be missed. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Mr. and Mrs. Patton, You and your family have been in our prayers for many months. Andrew was such a special person. Whether it was a task that had a tight deadline, a trivial question that we needed an answer to, or you needed to bounce and idea of someone. He was always there and almost always had the answer or a suggestion. He loved to travel, enjoyed going off the beaten path, and always willing to try new things. He loved to hear about what we did over the weekends, and then would remark after I explained that I worked in the yard for several hours that he didn’t have to do that or after a bad commute to work, would say ‘yeah, my 7 minute commute was doubled this morning.’ He was a very private person, he didn’t let just anyone in, and those of us he let in a little knew what kind of special person he was. He will be missed he at work, he worked in a cube next to mine ever since I started. It was a relief to be able to turn around and ask a question. There are many more people that you will ever know that your son had a profound impact on. Sincerely, Bobby and Krista Moncrief
as part of the bga community my hart is with you
Tom and Maureen, We are very sorry for your loss. I (Joe) began work with Andrew 2 1/2 years ago. It became obvious to me immediately that Andrew was extremely talented at his profession. If anyone had a work question or a needed a solution to a menacing problem, then Andrew was one of the most likely to have the answer. I then came to know him as a race fan and we seemed to like and dislike the same drivers, so we would share our stories about the weekend races every Monday morning and I really enjoyed this. His lust for world travel was like no one I have known. One of the trips that Andrew took while I knew him was to Las Vegas with Tom. I know he relished this trip with you very much and he often spoke of it. Andrew was also an amazing photographer. I was truly stunned when I saw the quality of the pictures he had at his desk of some of the places he visited on his travels. Finally, it was through all these things that I came to know Andrew as a friend and not just a co-worker. I miss him every day and will continue to miss him, but at the same time I know that he found happiness in the things that I and others have mentioned here. I am also thankful that I now know the two of you and will take that as Andrew’s gift to me.
Dear Tom and Maureen, Please know that my heart and the hearts of all the science staff at BGA are sorrowing with yours on your devastating loss. Take comfort in knowing that Andrew’s presence in our world left it a better place. Sincerely, Liz Savner
Remember others are thinking of you and your family. You son will be very missed. All I have to do to remember you and your family, is to look at the heavens! Liz Loftus
Tom and Maureen, My prayers and thoughts are with you. Know that if there is anything I can do, I would be more than happy to.
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Patton: I can’t imagine your sadness during this time. I wish you much peace. Andrew was my lead developer on a project back in 2003/2004. He was a great programmer and very dedicated to that very high profile project. I was often called back to the developer’s workstations, via instant messaging, when an evil customer was lurking around asking questions and distracting the work. We always had a chuckle over that. Andrew and I talked a lot about his travels. We both were well traveled and had a number of countries in common. I loved to hear about his latest excursions and admire his pictures. It was a pleasure to work with Andrew. His life was way too short. Blessings, Julie Johns
Tom and Maureen, My heart is filled with admiration. You brought a wonderful young man into this world and inspired him to follow his many passions. And you courageously and gracefully supported his choices to the end. He accomplished so much in his life. His travels took him to all corners of the world. I take comfort in knowing his final trip and destination find him at peace. Maureen Theriot
Maureen,Tom and Jennifer, My first and only memory of Andrew was of the little boy that came to El Paso for a visit one summer. It was a very lively vist with all of the cousins. He was an adorable kid and I remember we had great fun. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take care and God bless you. Kathryn Hibbs El Paso, TX
Andrew & I worked together for ~3yrs. I always looked forward to hearing about Andrew’s travels. He was sooooo happy to share stories & photos (at work & via his website). We also talked about NASCAR & family. He truly lived life to the fullest and I pray his family feels the comfort of many of Andrew’s friends’ thoughts & prayers in this time of loss. Andrew’s family should be comforted to know that Andrew’s face lit up when he shared those things most important to him – – his thoughtful, caring gentle spirit will be missed by all of those who know him.
Dear Tom and Maureen, I have a special memory of Andrew as a young boy who visited his cousins in El Paso. He did so much during his short life and even though it is a very difficult time. I know you are conforted that he is resting in peace. My heartful sympathy to the Patton family
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Patton, It has taken me these last couple of weeks to be able to share with you my thoughts and remembrances of Andrew. His time in my life wasn’t long, but I always looked forward to seeing him each morning. I always shared my candy dish with him! We would talk about mundane work things and his love of traveling. There was much about Andrew that reminded me of my own son. I know that he didn’t connect easily or share much in the way of personal information, but that is not always the comfortable thing to do for some. Everyone has their own special walk through this life and we have to appreciate that it is theirs to have. Andrew loved what he did and loved traveling and sharing donuts, candy and bagels on Thursdays at work. He will be sorely missed. My condolences to you both.
Although we never had the opportunity to meet Andrew personally, as friends of Tom and Maureen we felt we did know him through them. Our love and thoughts are with all the family at this sad time.For Andrew it is now a time of peace.
Although I am one of Andrew’s many cousins, we met only once or twice over the course of his lifetime. As I read the other submissions as well as his obituary, it was obvious to me that Andrew was a person who lived his life to the fullest, enjoyed what he did for a living as well as time with his family, friends, and co-workers. Most of all, Andrew will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with my Uncle Tom, Aunt Maureen, and cousin (Andrew’s sister), Jennifer and her family at this time of immense loss. I pray the Comforter will comfort you all at all times. Finally, though it may take some time, that you will know: …”the Peace of God that surpasses all understanding,(which)shall keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:7)
Mr and Mrs Patton, I am very sorry for your loss. As a co-worker of Andrew for serveral years, I came to know Andrew as very smart young man who has an extensise knowledge about anything. He always knows what he wants and and planed well to achieve it. We used to talk and compare about the number of countries that we had been to, his hobies in photography, and the problem solving skills at work…. Andrew always seemed to have ideas that I can learn from. He will be missed very much. My prays are with you and your loved ones during this difficult time.