Jack A. Patton, 82, of Satellite Beach FL, was born October 23, 1923 in Kalamazoo, MI, and entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 9, 2006.

In 1945 Jack was honorably discharged from the Army. Then he served in the Air Force and retired in 1966 as a Chief Master Sergeant. Shortly after, he began working at NASA and then retired in 1985.

Jacks loves were his family, his friends and his dogs. He enjoyed boating, camping, fishing and watching NASCAR. He was a member of VFW Post 8191 and the American Legion Post 200.

Jack is survived by his sons Richard and Michael; his grand children, Sondra, Richard and Clifford; and five great-grand children. Jack has joined his beloved parents, sister and the love of his life, Juanita of 60 years.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Florida Me morial Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, at the funeral home, with burial to follow.