Ernest “Mike” Patterson
Ernest “Mike” Patterson, 77, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, at his home in Clear Lake City, TX. He was born on April 26, 1947. Mike is survived by his 2 sons, Michael “Lee” & Christopher Lee; grandchildren Justin, Megan, Corey & Cody; great grandchildren Makaylah, Kyson & Carter; love life partner of 27 years Patty; and numerous extended family members and friends. Mike was a barber at Camino South Barbershop for 28 years before opening his own shop 5 years ago. He loved being a barber and had a loyal customer base, including quite a few astronauts, for many years. He worked out daily and loved his family dearly. He was a quiet, humble man with a great sense of humor and will be greatly missed by many.
Miss you so much Mike ♥️ RIP ♥️
My Grandpa Mike- one of the kindest, warmest, sincerest, hardest working men in the world. He is truly a gem of a person and I will miss my sentimental cards and seeing him in those black boots and jeans. Love you always Mike!
Mike, you had a quiet and gentle presence about you, and loved people and your country fiercely. You will be missed by all the ones you “touched,” through your friendship or in the barbers’s chair. Praying for you GMA Patty, i.e. GiGi!
Hi, I am commenting here not because I knew Mike well, or for a long time but because the impact he left on me was incredible. About a year and a half ago I enlisted in the military. Change is not something I’m used to and I was super super nervous going into it. I decided to get my haircut one last time m, and my mom recommended this barber named “Mike”. I decided why not go to him. I get there and come into one of the coolest shops I’ve ever been in, ready to get all my hair cut off on my own terms. Mike and some other customers also find out from my mom (who was with me) that I’m leaving for boot camp in a couple weeks so they start talking about what I’m doing, the future etc etc. Mike then proceeds to give me TONS of encouragement which I took with me all the way through basic. This man didn’t live a life of luxury but was rich because of the love in his heart. Such a wonderful man who lived a wonderful life. God bless you Mike and may you rest in peace.
31 days ago I lost this wonderful man that has been by my side for 27 years! Mike was my biggest supporter, gave me encouragement when things were rough, showered me with love everyday, laughed with me, kind, gentle, and respectful to me, was everything that a woman wanted in her life partner! I will miss Mike’s gentle calming demeanor, his smile, hugs, the “I love you” every day plus everything about him! Mike was a Son, Brother, Dad, Gpa, Great Gpa, friend, and a man who helped anyone in need! I will always love him, miss him, honor him, he is in my heart and thoughts every day and always will be!
I miss you so much Dad. Not having you here has left such a big void. You were always there for me never gave up on me always supported me. You are the best man I have ever known there is not a close second. I would try hard to emulate you. I have learned a lot from you. Your character guides me. I know Dad that I can never be you
You are one of a kind. One of those special people God puts in our lives. I will spend the rest of my life thinking of you, sharing stories of you with family, friends and strangers. You mean and have meant a lot. To a lot of people. I seen it when you were here and I see it now that you are gone. You are and were the best father a son could have. Miss you Dad…
I only knew you from the barber shop Mike, but I found you to be a kind thoughtful and thought-provoking man who loved his family fiercely. I’ll miss those inspiring conversations in the barber chair. You were a one of a kind, hard-working, dedicated family man with a sincere heart. You will be missed.
I first went to Camino South barbershop in 1977 when it was near what is now Specs and had haircuts from a variety of barbers there through the years. I enjoyed talking about the shop’s history with Mike. He was obviously very proud of it. A truly nice man with a positive outlook on life. Like a lot of his customers, I will miss him very much.
I remember when I was 6 or 7 , I had a nose bleed that would not stop.. Dad to me to the Hospital. A male nurse was attending to me.. he was cramming cotton up my nose.. I was squirming and telling him it hurt… he asked me to hold still and let him get it done… my Dad was in the room and in a mater of fact way asked him how he would like it if he shoved it up his nose. My father would give the shirt off his back to a stranger, but when it came to family or friends Dad was fiercely protective. I am so grateful to have had such a wonderful Father.. I miss you so much Dad.. I love you.
I have been a customer at Mike’s barber shop and its predecessors for decades. When I went through bouts of heart problems, surgery, pacemakers and the like Mike was always encouraged a positive attitude.