Mark W. Patton

Mark W. Patton (1956- ) was born in Alliance, Ohio to Arnold and Barbara Patton. He grew up in a farming community and attended West Branch High School. He was converted in 1980 from a rough lifestyle. Since then, he has sought to share his faith in Jesus Christ and better understand the Bible and its role in today's world. Patton received his B.A. in History from UNCG in 1997. He has worked as a mechanic, carpenter, truck driver, equipment operator, and computer technician. He taught introductory courses in computer technology for two years at GTCC, from which he had received an A.A. in 1994. He is currently retired and lives in North Carolina with his wife of forty-two years.