Chris Wedes, J.P. Patches passes away today. He was a beloved, familiar soul to many in West Seattle and beyond. This photo taken at Fishermen's Terminal Fall Fest, Sept., 2011.
According to Facebook reports, and Wikipedia, Chris Wedes, J.P. Patches passed away today. A wonderful man and a great loss to our community.
King County Executive Dow Constantine released his thoughts on this sad occasion:
Executive Constantine remembers J.P. Patches
King County Executive Dow Constantine tonight mourned the passing of Chris Wedes, creator of the beloved TV character, J.P. Patches:
“Several generations of Seattle kids owe a bit of their personality and sense of humor to J.P. Patches.
“Chris Wedes, sidekick Bob Newman, and director Joe Towey created a remarkable world of improvised comedy that enthralled children and, with an occasional wink or double-entendre, let parents in on the backstage hilarity.
“I knew this day would come, but cannot believe that it has. Goodnight, sweet clown.”
