Donald Melvin Patee's Obituary
Donald Melvin Patee
Donald Melvin Patee was born May 7, 1950 in Storm Lake, IA to the late Melvin Francis Patee and June Patee, nee Alexander. He passed away November 7, 2013 in Palm Coast, FL at the age of 63.
Donald had a broad and diverse career path, which led to his 21 years in the US Navy as a radioman. After the Navy he was locksmith, office manager, he fixed computers and was a bookkeeper. He has been married to his wife of over 18 years, Nancy Patee, nee Pine that he treated like a queen.
As someone that only knew him for a short time said, “He was hoot, he was funny and one of the sweetest men alive.” He had endured various illnesses, but that took the largest toll on his body was Myasthenia Gravis.
He is survived by his wife Nancy Patee of Palm Coast, FL. Two sons; Chris Patee of SC, and Mike Patee of TX. A sister, Nancy Patee of KS. He also leaves behind he and Nancy’s two dogs, Miss Judy and Toby.
All arrangements are under the care of Heritage Funeral & Cremation Service, Flagler County, FL.
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