Chris was 17 years old.  He was driving and as he crested a hill another vehicle in the oncomming lane crossed the center line hitting Christopher headon. 

The other Car? 

Driven by a sixteen year old.

Comment made by Christopher's friend, Ashley Hawkins...

Christopher Lee Patterson was a great friend to all the people who knew him.

He was like another brother to me. He was warm hearted and you could talk to him about anything for hours and he was always ready to listen. Chris is no longer her from teens being careless and always thinking “It won’t happen to me”. Well I am left behind to let you know it does. Because of this his friends and family are left with just memories that will live on forever and the pain to endure for a lifetime. Memories of Chris sweet smile and unforgettable laugh. Please think when you get behind the wheel so your loved ones don’t go through what Chris’s friends and family have gone through and will continue to go through for the rest of their lives.