Holmes Bible College

Congratulations to the salutatorian of the 2026 graduating class at Holmes Bible College - Cassie Josephine McConnell. Cassie is from Dacusville, South Carolina and graduated magna cm laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Christian Ministries with a minor in Christian education/youth ministry.

This week we learned of the passing of Malcolm Patterson, a 1963 graduate of HBC, educator, and former missionary.

Malcolm Howie Patterson was born on Sep 9, 1941, in Washington, DC, to Edgar Howie and Suzanne (Otte) Patterson. He grew up in Silver Spring, MD, with a sister Suzanne and a brother Herb, who survive. He became a Christian as a teenager under the tutelage of Carl Brumbach who inspired him to attend seminary. His goal was always to become an overseas missionary.

He attended Holmes Theological Seminary in Greenville, SC, where he earned a Bachelor of Theology degree. From there he came to Bethany, OK, to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree and begin serious training in Spanish. In 1966, he began post-graduate classes to the University of Oklahoma, earning a PhD in Spanish while writing a dissertation on the impact of the novel Don Quixote on English Literature.

One June 1, 1969, he married Katherine Alvis, confirming his new status as an Oklahoman. They immediately went north and taught at Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville, IA. While there, they were blessed with two daughters, Clarissa Edy and Liberty Suelynne. Clarissa’s middle name is in honor of her grandfathers and Liberty’s in honor of her grandmothers and aunts.

In 1977, Malcolm’s dream of becoming a missionary was fulfilled when they left for three years in Sincelejo, Colombia. He taught Bible college classes and traveled extensively into jungle areas. The Patterson’s son, Glen Daniel, was born in Colombia. Later they moved to Mexico City, where Malcolm developed a children’s ministry that continues today.

After returning to the US, Malcolm taught at Texas A&M International University, Southwestern Christian College, and Southwest Oklahoma State University. His love of Spanish never abated. He taught ESL classes in churches in Oklahoma and woke up from surgery speaking Spanish.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and numerous cousins. He is survived by his wife, his children, Clarissa Urbina (Martin), Liberty Joy (Chad), and Glen, his 12 grandchildren, Joseph Urbina, Seth Urbina (Shelbi), Emily Urbina, Emily Hartman (Aaron), Kaila Joy, Halle Maurer (Nick), Samuel Joy, LaNae Patterson, Daniel Joy, Luke Joy, Ava Joy, and Malcolm Isaiah Patterson, and two great-grandchildren, Wallace and Charlotte Urbina.

On 16 June 2026, he crossed the river into Beulahland. The family would like to express gratitude to the staff of Russell Murray Hospice and the Maple Lawn Manor in Hydro for their attentive care.

Congratulations to the valedictorian of the 2026 graduating class at Holmes Bible College - Andrea Corea Smith from San Pedro Sula, Honduras. She graduated summa cm laude.

Today we are standing in prayer with Rev. Doyle Marley, the former chairman of the HBC Board of Trustees, after the passing of his wife this week. May God provide an abundance of peace and strength to this family.

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