OBITUARY: Andrew James Patterson, 29

Andrew James Patterson of Groton, formerly of Framingham and Sherborn, died Saturday, March 30, 2013 at his home, Seven Hills Pediatric Center. He was born March 26, 1984 in Framingham. Andrew was baptized at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Framingham, where he attended regularly until his move to Seven Hills in 2004.

Andrew was a gentle soul who loved music, birds and the company of family and friends. In his brief life he touched many hearts. He will be greatly missed by his family and by his two extended families: St. Andrew's and Seven Hills.

Andrew is survived by his parents, James and Ellen Patterson of Sherborn, and his brothers, Matthew of San Diego, CA and Zachary of Newton. A memorial service will be conducted by The Reverend Julie Carson on Friday, April 5, 2013, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Three Maple Street, Framingham. Andrew's family asks that those wishing to honor Andrew direct memorial donations either to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church or to Seven Hills Pediatric Center, 22 Hillside Avenue, Groton, MA 01450. Please see www.badgerfuneral.com.