He worked at the office almost up to that time. As part of the initial agreement of the founders, the ownership and management of the company passed to the Patterson family. One of the original founders, J. Edward Patterson, managed the company until his death in 1955 at the age of 82. He was succeeded by his son Edward B. Patterson. The third and fourth generation Patterson family members are still actively involved in the company.
Additional acquisitions continue to be made.
We continue to search for new and revolutionary technologies and equipment while still providing the quality care and service to our customers that has been a Thomas hallmark since 1900.