Charles H. Patterson III
Date of Passing:
Charles H. Patterson III, 65, of Tiverton, formerly of Riverside and Bristol, passed away unexpectedly on November 18, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Lisa C. (Brown) Briggs.
Born in Providence, Charles was the son of the late Charles H. Patterson Jr. and Pauline L. (Carpenter) Patterson. He made his home in Tiverton for the past two years, having previously lived in Bristol and Riverside. A proud graduate of East Providence High School, Class of 1978, Charles went on to build a successful career as the owner-operator of Century Sheet Metal Inc. in Riverside, where he dedicated over 30 years of hard work and craftsmanship.
A talented musician at heart, Charles was a drummer who lent his rhythm and passion to several local bands throughout the years. He found great joy in the simple pleasures of life—fishing, boating, and spending treasured time with his loving grandchildren. Whether he was out on the water, enjoying a good card game, or playing poker with friends, Charles was happiest when surrounded by the people and moments he loved most.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, Charles H. Patterson IV and his wife Alicia of Bristol and Timothy W. Bruce-Patterson and his wife Molly of Bellows Falls, VT; a daughter, Chelsea A. Kwolek and her husband Charles of Greenville; and five cherished grandchildren: Charles V, Penelope, Ginny, Camden, and Julianna. He is also survived by two stepsons, Luke Blauch of California and Nick Blauch of Seattle, WA, and two step-granddaughters, Celeste and Beverly Blauch.
Charles will be deeply missed by his three sisters, Nancy Roberts and her husband Jonny of Swansea, MA; Barbara Vieira and her life partner Brian Travis of Swansea; and Elaine Wojcikiewicz and her husband Michael of Cumberland; as well as his brother, James R. Patterson and his wife Gail of Riverside. He also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. He was the former husband of Pamela (Rosenholm) Macari.
Charles will be remembered for his generosity, his spirited love for life, and the unwavering devotion he showed to his family. His legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
His Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside, at 3 p.m.
Calling hours will be held prior to the service from 12 noon to 3 p.m. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Charles’s memory to the Jimmy Fund – Dana Farber, 10 Brookline Place West, 5th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226 would be deeply appreciated.
🙏 Wow I’m so so sorry to hear of your passing! Charlie was a great guy who always had a smile on his face.. Rest easy my friend!!
I’ll miss you my friend. Sending condolences to your family.
It is difficult for me to think of anyone who had more energy and enthusiasm for life than Charlie. Whether it was maintaining and using his boat to travel to places like Block Island, inviting various people to his cook outs while playing instruments such as the guitar and drums, going through the stressful effort of building a brand new house later in his life, and yes, his laugh was something else. He touched so many people and will be missed by so many people. Let us all hope and pray that Charlie is now n a better place.
Rest in peace Charlie. Many great childhood memories
of my classmate and friend.
My condolences to Nancy, Barbara and all the Patterson Family.
Sorry to hear Charlie passing my condolences go to your family we go all the way back to Riverside JR high rest easy
Will miss you Charlie, alot of memmories, RIP.
,So sorry for your loss,I can remember all years I ran my gas station and garage in Riverside. The whole family including mom ,dad(Pauline and Charles) then young Charles and Jim coming in to buy gas and for repairs, rest in peace
Our most sincere condolences to all the Patterson Family from the Lachance
Charlie, I am so sorry to read of the passing of your dad. He was a great guy always cheering you no matter what the sporting event was. I know he is proud of you and watching over you, always cheering you on.
I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss! My heart goes out to your family at this difficult time. I will always have fond memories of Charlie. May he rest in peace.
Charlie will be missed by so many. We had so many good times with The Patterson Family over the years on Block Island. Getting together like we were all family. Think about you often. You will be missed but now you’ll fly with the angels. Rest in Peace our friend!
Charlie, any time to be in your company left me feel uplifted. Will miss your smiling face..so contagious. Love you brother..always. My heart to all your family. Will never forget you.
Very sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. Our condolences to his family. He was truly a great guy and will be missed
My deepest condolences to you and Gail.🙏🙏
Thoughts and prayers to everyone. May you RIP you were such a wonderful, kind person who I had the pleasure of meeting. You will be missed!!
My deepest sympathy. Hoping that cherished memories will bring some measure of comfort to Charlie’s family and friends during this very sad and difficult time.
Peace be with you, Charlie.
Great memories of Charlie growing up. Rest in peace. Condolences to the entire family
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to every member of Charlie’s family. He was such a nice man and his passing must weigh heavy for family and friends.
Condolences to the Patterson Family.
Charlie if there’s an afterlife we will jam again, you and I, Dylan and Williamson,
Rest in Peace brother
Condolences to the Patterson Family.
Charlie if there’s an afterlife, I will see you there someday and Williamson’, Dylan and I will jam again.
Rest in peace brother
Every time I met Charlie he always had a smile on his face always great to greet him. After being away from Rhode Island for so many years, he still remembered me on the boat docks.
Sorry, to here news . it was a great friend. I knew Charlie since kindergarten Platt, Waters elementary school system school and on to EP high . See you in the next life, Charlie.
Chelsea- my sincerest condolences to you and your family for your loss. May your family pull together and support each other through this difficult time!
Rest in peace, Charlie.
Sincerest condolences.
Our prayers for the family Mr Patterson truly be missed condolences from Riverside Liquors Billy Billy Junior and snake(ted)
I am sorry to hear about Charlie’s passing! Condolences to Nancy and the Patterson family. Charlie always had a smile and so full of life.
Rest in peace Charlie.
The Foeri family
I am so sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. My condolences to his family.
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.
To the Patterson Family,
Very sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing, I pray your good memories lift you through the tough times.
I’m so sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. He always had a warm smile to share. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Patterson family.
My condolences to the Patterson family. I will always remember Charlie for the positive energy he brought to the stage. Someone once said Charlie was the one to watch.
Whether playing music with the Tradesmen or sword fishing on the bay, it was a pleasure to have known you, rest in peace old friend.
Im heartbroken at the loss of such an incredible man. I imagine him on a beautiful boat, the sun shining on his face, and a fishing pole in his hand. To know him was to love him. He was simply the best. All my love and sincerest condolences to Chelsea, Nancy, and all of the Patterson family. ♥️
Nancy,
So sorry for your loss. Your brother was such a nice guy. It brought back a lot of memories of growing up in Riverside. May all your family memories get you through this difficult time.
Donna Pontrelli
This world has just suffered a great loss, a smile that would light up a room, and a soul who’s compassion could be felt from across a room. He will be missed more than words could say here.
I remember Great summer’s jumping off of Charlie‘s arc, down in Haynes Park cove. Charlie, you never had a bad word to say about anyone. You will be missed dearly. That big smile of yours always made me feel welcome. Thank you, Charlie for being you. I would like to let the Patterson family know how truly sorry I am for their loss.❤️🙏
This loss hit me hard. I wanted to get to know him better. We met when Charlie lived in Warwick. His disposition was such that people would gravitate to him. One of my favorite memories was with Charlie. I had always wanted to catch a striped bass so he took me out in his boat. We caught no fish but we really became friends on the Narragansett Bay that day. God’s got you now. 🕊
Sending my heartfelt condolences to you Nancy and your whole family. I remember having Charlie’s boys in school. He was a wonderful man and a caring dad. May he rest in eternal peace. 🙏
We were friends since childhood from school to going to the Gilbert Stuart theatre where his business was for many years. lost touch for many years got reacquaited one day we bumped into each other at the EP weiner joint. Played music together many times. You can watch Charlie playing his bongos on utube ( rtdbootleg ) 26 subscribers. Always a smile and a laugh from Charlie. God bless you brother may you be surounded by light and love!
Surounded, sorry Charlie!
We were friends since childhood then lost touch for many years reaquainted one day we bumped into each other at the ep weiner joint. Played music together many times. Always a smile and a laugh from Charlie. You can see him play on utube ( rtdbootleg ) 26 suscribers / You’ll see Charlie playing his bongos! God bless you brother! May you be surrounder by light and love!
Charlie ,
You are Liked and Loved by so many. My heart dropped on hearing this news. You are a Great Man. I am proud to have know you so many years ago.
My deepest sympathy to the Family.
Ed Bissonnette
I’ll never forget all the good times we had at Potter’s cove and the many summers watching you kids grow up. Rest in peace Charlie.
My condolences to the Patterson Family.
Dave & Karen Seel
Son David & Joe
To the Patterson family, we are saddened to hear of Charlie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this most difficult time.
Chuck, you shone like the sun. We will all miss you and your cheerful smile. Rest without worries my friend.
Kirk, Susan & Ross Dexter
So shocked by this. Condolences to all u guys. Had so much fun boating, singing, eating and partying. Be at peace Charlie
So sorry my condolences to the Patterson family
Thoughts and Prayers go out to all of the family and freinds.
Charlie will be missed dearly.
To all the Patterson family, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. May your memories bring you peace and comfort in your time of need. May he rest in peace.
Growing up in riverside and attending school with Charlie brings back so many great memories. I remember is kind heart and a smile that would always brighten the darkest days. My condolences to the family. Fly high Charlie. God speed.
IT WAS GOOD KNOWING YOU, CHARLIE,R.I.P.
My deepest condolences to his family . Charlie was a great guy and I will always remember his smile and laugh.Rest in peace my friend.
My condolences to the Paterson family Charlie was good man, hard working and always had an infectious smile whenever you saw him. Charlie will be missed by all who knew him.
Farewell good friend… a beautiful Soul has transitioned over the veil …to life everlasting –
Requiescas in pace Domini
“And I heard a great voice from the throne, saying: Behold the tabernacle of God with men, and he will dwell with them. And they shall be his people; and God himself with them shall be their God. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes: and death shall be no more, nor mourning, nor crying, nor sorrow shall be any more, for the former things are passed away.”
Apocalypse 21:3-4 DRC1752
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Nancy and family, Im so sorry for your loss .
I loved Charlie and he will be so missed . I’ll always remember what a good friend he was and his beautiful smile.
Condolences to the family, charlie you always had a kind heart and a smile.
RIP
Condolences to the family, Charlie will always be remembered as a man with with a smile on his face.
Condolences to the family, Charlie will always be remembered as a man with with a smile on his face. You will be missed
So, so sorry to here of Charlie’s passing – Love and hugs to all 💞🙏⭐️💫
I am so sad to hear this news. Charlie was one of a kind. I will always remember the fun times we had growing up, and that great smile! RIP Charlie!
RIP Charlie your smile and willingness to help others will be missed. Condolences to the family.
Charlie was a friend whose smile will be misses. Sincerest condolences to his family.
To The Patterson Family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was always a Gentleman and Hard worker in over the 35 years I have known him. May He Rest in Peace and God Bless Him.
So sorry to read this news. Nancy my heart goes out to you and you family. Hugs.
So sorry for your loss; Elaine and Jim and the Patterson Family.
Whenever I had the chance to meet Charlie, he was always warm and joyous with his big smile, sparkling eyes and cheerful disposition. He was truly a bright light. My deepest condolences to Chelsea, Nancy and the entire Patterson & Roberts Family for this heartbreaking loss. Although we cannot imagine how you will miss him, I hope it is a comfort to know that he is also missed and loved by so many. I’m thinking of you and here for you. Sending you all my love.
Very sad to see that Charlie has moved on to the next world.He will no doubt be rockin in Heaven. My condolences to all who loved him.
Very sad to see that Charlie has moved on to the next world.He will no doubt be rockin in Heaven. My condolences to all who loved him.
We were so sorry to hear about Charlie. It has been a horrible shock to the family. Growing up as a kid he was more like a brother than cousin on the boat all summer. I will miss his smile and infectious laugh. He will be greatly missed. Prayers to the whole family.
Condolences and deepest sympathy to the entire Patterson family and to all that knew Charlie.
He seemed to be lived by all who knew him . RIP Charlie … you are missed !
So sorry to hear this news. Charlie was a good friend. He was an upbeat person always good for a laugh, and will be missed. My deepest condolences for the Patterson family.
So very sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. He was a one of a kind guy. Great smile and such a zest for conversation. Rest easy Charlie ❤️
RIP Charlie, my prayers to your family and friends 🙁
Our deepest condolences to the Patterson family. May your memories support you during this difficult time.
My family is crushed. To know him was to love him. To know he has found peace is our only comfort.🙏💔🙏
Charlie – My best childhood friend’s (Elaine) big brother. We all grew up together in the best neighborhood, a place filled with big families who always looked out for one another. Charlie was truly one of a kind, always wearing a smile and ready to share memories whenever I saw him. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy,
Mary (Alarie) Wyrostek and Family
My deepest condolences
He will be greatly missed.
Rest in peace Charlie. Many good memories.
Heartbroken that when I spoke with Charlie a week ago it would be the last time. He was so kind and had a heart of gold. My deepest sympathy to his family. He will be missed ..RIP Charlie
Sending much love to the Patterson family and praying for God to comfort you during this difficult time.
I am so sad. The west-coast Pattersons all loved Charlie. Prayers that he has found peace and knows that he was loved.
My heart goes out to Nancy and the rest of the Patterson family.
I have no words Chelsea, my deepest condolences to you and your brothers. I have the fondest of memories of your dad and boating and his love for life. He will be missed. ❤️
Charlie was a one of kind friend hard worker excellent dad we had a lot of fun back when our kids were in sports together Charlie you will always be remembered we will raise a glass to you this weekend god bless your soul
This one hit hard, we go back to single digits, had some great times with Charlie as a kid and then later in life as adults with kids. Allen’s Harbor for weekends rafting up, an inflatable pool in the cockpit of the Novi, my kids loved it. Rest in Peace my friend, you will be missed, the world lost an incredible smiling face. See you down the road brother….
Charlie and I were in the band Worlds Collide for years. He was always upbeat with a smile and a laugh. Always looked forward to our practices and shows and he was always the ultimate showman who I think didn’t know how talented a musician he was. Prayers and thoughts to his family.You will be dearly missed my friend.
I am sorry sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. Sorry to all of his loved ones. He always had a smile on his face. REST IN PEACE Charlie’s. Fly high with the angels.
I am sorry sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. Sorry to all of his lived ones. He always had a smile on his face. REST IN PEACE Charlie’s. Fly high with the angels.
Nancy and James and the Patterson Family.
I am very sorry for your loss, you and Family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Charlie was a friend foremost and a business associate. I always chose to do business with Charlie because we were friends, but more importantly, I knew without a doubt that things would be done right. He was a detail-oriented person and always approached things while maintaining a sense of humor. I can almost hear his laugh now, which will be sorely missed… My deepest condolences to Lisa, all his family, of whom there are too many to name indivisually, and friends. Peace
Very sorry to hear of his passing , i saw a lot of him in the 80s.
Charley, he is a core memory in my life. Good times with good people never forgotten. My Condolences to everyone he touched.
I don’t know what to say. This is heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family Nancy. I love you.
Charlie will be missed. He lived fully, fast and hard. I miss him now and I have only just begun. May he be ever remembered by the loved ones he has.left behind.
My Heart is broken 💔. My condolences go out to all the Patterson family.
My deepest condolences to the Patterson family. Charlie will be greatly missed.
I have no words Chelsea. I am here for you always. The year of firsts is not the easiest so I’m a phone call or text away and I’ll be there ! I’m thinking of you and your family ❤️❤️❤️
My Condolences to all of The Patterson Family
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