The South Carolina Democratic Party confirmed Friday that Patterson had died. He was 93 years old. “It is with heavy hearts that we reflect on the passing of former State Senator Kay Patterson ...

Kay Patterson, who rose from cleaning offices at the segregated Statehouse to serving as a state legislator for over 30 years died ... to the South Carolina House in 1974 and the Senate 10 years ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Former South ... 30 years died Friday. He was 93. The South Carolina Democratic Party announced Patterson's death saying he "left an indelible mark on our state. Senator ...