Esther Nell Patterson, 85, of Clinton, passed away on January 17th, 2026 in her home. She was born on June 4th, 1940, a daughter of the late Frank and Irene Cooke. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ray and her six brothers and sisters and a grandson, Lance Patterson. She is survived by her beloved children: Doug Patterson, Brenda & Karl Orndoff, Frank & Terri Patterson and Betty & Ron McElhaney; as well as nine grandchildren: Alex Patterson, Danny Orndoff, Kody Orndoff, Ashley Stein, Kasi Patterson, Megan Patterson, Miranda Patterson, Jessie McElhaney, and Nikki McElhaney; along with ten great grandchildren: Jayden, Aspen, Braelyn, Keagan, Phoenix, Seylah, Kenny, Kyra, Meilani, and Zephyr.

Esther was a beloved mother who did everything she could to help her family. She loved to spend time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a great cook, she especially enjoyed preparing food for her family get togethers, holidays, and other special occasions. Her cooking will be missed by all. She and her husband Ray would spend their winters in Florida, which was always a fun time for them. She also enjoyed watching game shows and playing bingo.

Friends will be received on Monday, January 26th from 3-7 p.m. in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa, 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements and where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 27th at 11 a.m.

Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.