Stephen Patton, age 65, of Jackson, KY passed away at his residence on Sunday, January 18, 2026.  He was born February 26, 1960, in Sandusky, OH and was the son of the late Wils Patton and Delphia Miller Patton Fraley.  He was a retired employee of Military Affairs for 30 years and Veteran of KY National Guard in Jackson, KY for 27 years.  He is survived by his wife: Bertha Neace Patton of Jackson, KY.  His stepfather: Rudolph Fraley of Winchester, KY.  His son:  Burley (Robin) Patton of Jackson, KY.  His daughter: Samantha Patton Bush of Jackson, KY.  Two brothers:  Phillip (Clara) Patton of Guage, KY and John Barnett of Jackson, KY.  His sister:  Darlene (Butch) Gline of Williamsburg, KY.  Sister-in-law: Judy Patton of Pine Ridge, KY.    Nine grandchildren:  Burley Jr, Cierra, Hallie, Abby, Emma, Brooklyn, Lyla, Willa, Lawson.  Two great grandchildren:  Noah and Matthew.  He is also survived by a host of other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 11:00 am at Deaton Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial in the Jackson Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Tuesday from 5:00-9:00 pm at funeral home. Deaton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.