"History of Southern Oregon, Comprising Jackson, Josephine, Douglas, Curry and Coos Counties. Compiled from the Most Authentic Sources." A. G. Walling, Publisher. Portland, OR. 1884. pg. 509. [Josephine Co.] T. G. PATTERSON: lives on Sucker creek; is a farmer and teamster; post-office, Kerbyville; born in Howard county, Mo.; came to state and county in 1867; married, July 2, 1876 to Jessie Fiester. Only child, Edward D., died Februrary, 1884. Submitted by: Jenny Tenlen