Jake Patterson, a Sault Ste. Marie native and former London Knights goaltender, has died suddenly at the age of 31.
Patterson is remembered for his talent in goal and his generosity of spirit, playing key roles in back-to-back OHL championships.
He leaves behind his partner, Chelsea, and their three-and-a-half-year-old son, Luca.
He was remembered for both his talent between the pipes and his kindness off the ice.
Author's summary: Jake Patterson, a talented goalie, dies at 31.