Andre Keith Patterson was bon on May 3, 1965 to parents of Wilma and Paul Bennafield.  he was born and raised in Canton, Ohio.  He attended McKinley High School where he flourished in wrestling and football.  Andre was employed by Dave Worshils Auto Parts & Wreckage in Canton, Ohio for over 20 years.  Andre was known for having a good time.  he drew people in with his positive energy.  His love of singing and dancing was always on display when his favorite artist "Prince" was playing.  he was  known for lending a helping a hand whenever it was needed.  He loved to barbecue and he knew exactly how to brighten your day and put a smile on your face. Andre Keith Patterson is preceded in death by his biological father Walter Lee Anthony.  He is survived by his parents Paul and Wilma Bennafield, his beloved children Aaron Joshua Smith, Brittney (Eli) Shaw, Michael (Hannah) Graham, his grandchildren, Isaiah Joshua Smithk, Elijah Allen Smith, Zariah Manuel Drew Graham, Brixton Samuel Noyes-Graham, Jeremiah Michael Graham, Malakai Hunter Shaw, Darius Gordon Shaw, and Silas William Shaw.  His siblings, Timothy Patterson, Bernadetta Allen, Cynthia (Wardell) Sumpter, Zorel Bennafield, Terri Gavin, Margie Gavin, Luke Gavin, Larry Gavin, Rico Walton Bennafield, Cathy Spencer, Dashawn Williams, Andre Williams, Tracy Cochran, and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles; special brothers, Terez Lamar, Marvin Johnson, Troy Harris, Pat Allen, and Todd Broyles; special sisters, Marcalenea Jones and Monica Lamar.