Ron Patterson: Creator of Renaissance Faire Dies a Jan 17, 2011 13:52:18 GMT -5 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by Sir Black Fox on Jan 17, 2011 13:52:18 GMT -5 Ron Patterson, creator of the beloved Renaissance Faire, passed away on Jan. 14, 2011 at 80. However, his wake began before his death and turned into an elaborate celebration of his work. sanrafael.patch.com/articles/creator-of-renaissance-faire-dies-at-80