Dusty Eugene Patterson

Dusty Eugene Patterson, beloved husband, father, and son passed away at home on September 2, 2026 in Gooding, Idaho. Dusty was born in Twin Falls, Idaho on March 3, 1979. Dusty attended school in Gooding, Kimberly, Shoshone, and finished in Gooding. He received awards and was published for poems that he wrote.

Growing up, Dusty spent a lot of time with his Grandpa and Grandma Adams on their ranch. He also spent time with his Uncle Randy and Aunt Mae. Dusty learned and loved the ways of country life, the business of farming and ranching, plus custom farming.

Dusty wanted to go into the military like his Uncle Wallace, but due to health issues, his plans were changed. He liked to go on ride-alongs with the Sheriffs. Dusty’s hobbies were beading and woodworking, skiing, swimming, camping, hunting, and fishing. He was in the Boy Scouts and earned many awards and badges. Dusty also enjoyed riding club and would ride horses for hours. He loved all animals, including alligators. He especially loved his beloved dog Beethoven, whom he missed very much. He raised sheep and steer for 4H. Dusty received an award for Reserved Grand Champion for a market lamb in 4H for Twin Falls County. He loved cooking, chemistry, studying history, and psychology. Dusty worked at Randy Adams' Custom Farming. He was Randy’s best mechanic operator he had. He was also a self-employed mechanic.

Dusty was married in Twin Falls, Idaho on September 25, 2007 and was married for 19 years to his wife, Jeri Patterson. Dusty is survived by his wife, Jeri Patterson; sons, Houston Patterson and Stetson Patterson; daughter, Aryanna Patterson; adopted daughter, Tieran Rainey; grandson, Colton Patterson; his mom, Joyce Adams-Smith; stepdad, David Smith; dad, Mark Patterson; sister, Amanda Ward-Patterson; brother, Buck Patterson (Shanna Patterson); nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dusty was preceded in death by great-grandparents and uncles; grandparents, Royce and Laretta Adams; Aunt Trudy Adams; brother, Micheal Patterson; and great-nephew, Layne Patterson.

Dusty belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He spent five years helping incarcerated people find peace with God. He loved his nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family was very precious to him.

A viewing will be held from 6pm - 8pm, Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Farnsworth Mortuary, 1343 South Lincoln Ave. Jerome. Funeral service will be held at 1pm, with a viewing beginning at 10am, Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1228 Main Street, Gooding, Idadho. There will be a gathering immediately after the service.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on Dusty's memorial webpage at www.farnsworthmortuary.com.