Tom Patton, 74, formerly from Columbus, died December 22, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, after a courageous seven-year battle with cancer.Born December 6, 1953, in Columbus, Tom was the son of Roy and Ila Maire (Tyree) Patton. Tom lived a life marked by service, adventure and deep personal connections. He proudly served his country for 21 years in the United States Air Force, achieving the ra...