James Patterson
James Patterson, youngest son of John and Elizabeth Patterson, was born in Loramie Township, Shelby County, O., Feb. 10, 1834. On the 2d of June, 1859, he married Miss Elizabeth Wall, of Butler County, O. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson settled on his father’s home farm, on which he has since resided. His wife died Jan. 5, 1866. On the 7th of Sept. 1870, he married Miss Anna M. Linn, of Miami County, O., born Feb. 18, 1839. She was a daughter of William and Margaret Linn, who were among the pioneers of Miami County. By this union he has five children, viz., Lucy B., Elizabeth E., James R., William L., and John T.
From History of Shelby County, Ohio; R. Sutton & Co, Philadelphia PA, 1883