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Debbie Letts
dletts@m1063.com
Wednesday April 15, 2009 at
12:12 PM
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Dear Kaitlin & Shannon,
I am so terribly sorry to hear of your dads passing. He was a great man and I enjoyed working with him over the years both as a customer at Blimpies and as a co-worker at Stafford Communications. We shared a lot of personal trials over the years and I have missed seeing him. I lost my own father 1 year ago and I know that no one can ever fill those shoes. I also know how you girls were the light of his life and how much he treasured you both. The only thing that makes the pain a little easier is knowing that this is not the end and we will all be together again someday. Take care and continue to be the strong independat young women that he was so proud of.
Warmly,
Debbie Letts
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Becky (Clark) Leight
Monday April 13, 2009 at
8:36 PM
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My deepest sympathies and prayers to you all. I graduated HS with Pat. I will always remember Pat's quick smile. It just lit up the room. God be with you all.
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Kim and Tino Ramos and girls
Monday April 13, 2009 at
6:14 PM
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Dear Kaitlin and Shannon - We are sorry to hear about your dad. He was always one of our favorite dads in the crowd at games. We always knew how proud of you two he was! Such a friendly and caring mans will be sorely missed.
You are in our prayers.
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Terry and Bette Hankis
Monday April 13, 2009 at
3:32 PM
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We were so sorry to hear of Pats passing. Please accept our condolences. Pat will be sadly missed. We will miss his smiling face whenever we talked with him. As others have expressed, he was truly a family man.
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Karen (Tiffany) Story
Monday April 13, 2009 at
1:38 PM
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My condolences to Pat's family for their untimely loss. Pat's smile was contagious as was his warmth and kindness. I was a 1969 classmate and fellow band member and the last time we talked was in 1974 at Greenville Furniture. (I remember because I was buying a Raggedy Ann doll for my niece and he thought it was such a nice gift). I dearly would love to talk "band parent" and "CMU parent" with Pat. Such a sad loss, my prayers are with you.
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Dianna Schaafsma
Monday April 13, 2009 at
8:12 AM
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Jill and family,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Dianna
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Guy and Kim Conroe
Sunday April 12, 2009 at
11:16 AM
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To the Irish family. We would like to express our condolences on the passing of Pat. We will remember him as a friend and a loving father who was involved with his daughters' activities.
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Karen & John Jalomo
Sunday April 12, 2009 at
1:05 AM
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Shannon & Kaitlyn and the family of Pat. We are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed talking with Pat when we would see him at Bass Lake. He always had a smile on his face and was so proud of his girls. You have our deepest sympathy and may God be with you in these trying days and you are in our prayers. Karen & John Jalomo Franklin Park, Illinois
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Mike & Mary Ane Krum
Saturday April 11, 2009 at
9:06 PM
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What a kind & gentle man he was. Pat always had a kind word & wonderful smile when he would greet you. He will truly be missed. Our prayers are with the family. Bless us all for knowing him.
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Barbara Natiello
Saturday April 11, 2009 at
4:58 PM
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I remember talking with Pat at our 20th high school reunion. I hadn't seen him since, but will always remember him as one of the kindest gentleman I've ever had the honor of knowing. He was also an awesome musician, and I have fond memories of our time spent together in GHS marching and symphonic band. He will be missed. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Warmest regards,
Barbara Natiello
Seattle, Washington
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Burt Ruble
Friday April 10, 2009 at
5:44 PM
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Shannon, Kaitlin, Audrey & Jill - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Pat. I've known Pat since we were in High School. He was the drummer in our Band, I was the lead-singer. I've never met you two girls, but whenever Pat and I would run into each other around town we would talk about two things. First he would fill me in on the latest news about his much-loved daughters and then we would talk about the "Band". As I sit here writing this and thinking of Pat, it came to me that in the years that I knew him I never once saw him 'down'! He was always full of laughter, smiles and more then a few pranks. When we were on the road and things were going wrong, tempers were getting short, leave it to Pat to pull something and the next thing you knew we were laughing, the tension was gone and our music was fun again. Thank You Pat - for the memories!
You can be very proud of Pat. He touched many people,always in a positive way. Our Hearts and Our Thoughts are with you.
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Carl & Alison Barberi
Friday April 10, 2009 at
4:31 PM
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Shannon & Kaitlin - we are so sorry to learn of your Dad's death. He was one of the first people we met when we moved to Greenville 30 years ago. He was an inspiration because of his smile, his friendliness and his enthusiasm. He will be sorely missed. Although your Dad's lifetime was much too short, you both must know how fortunate you are to have had such a positive role model and such a caring, involved father. Many family members never experience that kind of love. Our best to you both and to your family as a whole and please know that our thoughts are with you as is our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely, Carl and Alison Barberi
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jack wall
Friday April 10, 2009 at
2:35 PM
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audrey and jill and family, i am so sorry for your loss. i had run into pat at school functions and he worked with my son, ken. pat never changed over the years, he was a great guy. he will be sadly missed in this community. may he rest in peace.
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Mike & Peggy Martin
Friday April 10, 2009 at
2:13 PM
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Kaitlin & Shannon,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss, we enjoyed visiting with your dad at various sporting events. He will be missed in our community.Blessings Mike & Peggy Martin
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Susan Wyckoff McFarland
Friday April 10, 2009 at
2:06 PM
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Kaitlyn & Shannon -
I knew your dad when he worked for the Daily News. He was my rep and would stop by a couple times a month. He would talk about going up to CMU and seeing both of you and when you all would come home with new boyfriends etc. I probably know more about you than you think! (: I lost my dad two years ago when Pat was my rep. He was so nice to me and I would always think when he left my office how lucky his daughters were to have a dad so involved. Although I don't know you personally... you were raised and loved by your dad then you both are wonderful women. Please take care.
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Barb VanHoose
Friday April 10, 2009 at
11:57 AM
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Kaitlin & Shannan, We were so sorry to hear about your dad. Your dad was so proud of you both. Your memories will help you through this tough time. You are in our prayers.
Lee, Barb, Jessica, Jordan & Kenzie VanHoose
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Ashlea Guernsey
Friday April 10, 2009 at
11:09 AM
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I was so saddened when I heard about Pat. Kaitlin, Shannon, know that my thoughts and my family's thoughts are with you! Your dad was an amazing man!! I always felt like he was a second dad to me when we were all in dance together. He will definitely be missed. Our prayers are with you.
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Carol Rasmussen
Friday April 10, 2009 at
11:05 AM
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Dear Kaitlin, Shannon, Audrey and Family,
Sorry to hear of your Dad's and son's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kaitlin and Shannon, you must strive to do the very best in life like he wanted you to do. He was a good Dad to both of you.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Carol Rasmussen
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Chuck Jaquays
Friday April 10, 2009 at
9:08 AM
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Sorry to here of Pats passing. I had't seen him for years ,but he was a good kid to play with in grade school and a real good guy in High school Sorry for your loss . My prayers are with you
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Bob and Gould
Friday April 10, 2009 at
8:33 AM
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Susan and I were deeply saddened to hear of Pat's passing the other day. I always enjoyed visiting with him at football games when he hung around the band. He was always caring and willing to do anything to help Susan with whatever needed to be done..whether it was working the food booths, getting water for the kids, or just running back to the high school to get something, he was always there. He especially loved our children and enjoyed watching them grow. Kaitlin and Shannon, you are in our thoughts and want you also to know that Ilene is very sad for you too. She remembers your dad very fondly.
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Jerry Wall
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
11:16 PM
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our prays are with his family. I remember Pat as a good friend and captain of the safty patrol, back in the forth and fifth grade. We would play together just about every day that I lived in Greenville. I'll never forget all the good times. Rest In Peace Old friend.
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Nancy Wildner Davis
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
11:04 PM
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Growing up in Greenville, we lived on Webster Street, and Pat lived right around the corner ~ we were buddies in junior high and high school and always had fun. Such a kind, caring person and always happy ~ it will be sad not to see him at our reunion in August. My condolences to Kaitlin and Shannon and the rest of his family.
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Phil Kulas
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
8:17 PM
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For the untimely loss of a precious son,brother,and caring father,the sorrow must be unbearable. All that knew him are now grieving. As a classmate Pat was one of our leaders and a great friend. His personality just made everyone thankful to be spending time with him. My youngest child was his namesake. Yes, your Patrick was a special person. Be thankful for the great times you had and know that his time on Earth made life a whole lot nicer. Phil Kulas
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Sara Billings Garnett
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
7:02 PM
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My sympathy to Pat's family. I knew him only as a classmate but he always had a smile to offer when we passed in the hallways at GHS. You are in my prayers.
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Linda Andersen Brack
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
6:54 PM
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To Jill, Audrey and family. We were so saddened to hear about Pat. We all use to play together when we were very young. I can still see him tap dancing around a stick at our neighborhood carnivals. We are going to come up for the memorial service. God"s Blessing. Linda and Dennis Brack
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Joe Kulas
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
6:41 PM
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Pat was 2 years behind me in high school and was a good friend of my brother, Phil. I remember Pat as a great guy, always smiling. May God bless the Irish family.
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Mike Nelson
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
5:33 PM
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To The Irish Family,
My sincere sympathy to you. Pat & I have been friends since high school. I'll miss seeing him at the basketball games & around town. To Kaitlin & Shannon your Dad was so proud of you girls! Your all he ever wanted to talk about. Remember in your deepest sorrow how lucky you were to have such a Great & Loving Father.
Mike Nelson
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Ed Barry
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
4:26 PM
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I had not seen Pat for many, many years, but my memories of him growing up (junior high,high school, and a little later) are still quite vivid. Pat was a good and kind person, and I am sure he never changed in that respect.
I am sorry for your loss.
Ed Barry
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Jan Mallindine
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
3:00 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear the news of Pats death. As many of our 1969 classmates have already mentioned we are all looking forward to our 40th reunion this summer. Pat was one of those guys that I remember well from GHS, and was looking forward to seeing him again. He will be with us then in spirit, as we are with you now in prayer.
Jan Mallindine
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Mike Lewis
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
2:50 PM
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I very sorry to hear this sad news. Always happy to run into Pat. Our prayers are with the family at this time.Class of '69
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Barry VanHarn
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
12:59 PM
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Pat and I became acquainted when we first entered High School but got to know each other really well when we served together as Student Council officers our Senior year. Pat was elected Mayor by the student body not only because of his popularity but out of respect for his character. In the 40 years since I've only run into Pat on occaion but he always had a smile and something positive to say. He will be missed. Barry VanHarn
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Bret, Lorie Hollenbeck and Family
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
12:18 PM
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Kaitlin and Shannon,
We are so sorry to hear about your
dad! He always had a smile and yes
was so proud of you girls!!
You both are in our thoughts and prayers!
Lorie :)
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Monte & Linda Ball
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
12:15 PM
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Dear Irish Family,
we were so surprised to hear of Pat's passing. We have always considered Pat a very good friend over the years. Our deepest sympathy.
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Karen Hulbert
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
11:17 AM
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Dear Audrey, Kate and Shannon, Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your son and father Pat. I enjoyed knowing him and working with him at the Daily News. He was a fine person. Prayers to you all, Karen
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Robin Barker Akers
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
10:21 AM
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So sorry to hear the news. Pat was one of my best buddies in high school. The world was a better place with Pat in it. My thoughts are with the family. Robin
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Jon and Alice Slezak
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
9:16 AM
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Kaitlin and Shannon,
We are saddened by the death of your father. I enjoyed his sense of humor and the calm with which he always tackled challenges in life. The community will miss his presence as I know you will too. Our prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Jon and Alice Slezak
P.S. It's great to hear about your school progress. Go STATE!
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Harold Overly
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
9:00 AM
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My condolences to the friends and family of Pat. Although we haven't seen each other in many years, we were best of friends throughout our school days. Those memories will stay with me forever. I will not be able to attend the memorial service, but my thoughts and prayers will be there for Pat and his family. Hal Overly
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Connie Little Woolard
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
7:31 AM
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Pat will be keenly missed. Wednesday nite I had a dream that we were all gathering for the reunion in August, and I gave Pat a big hug. The next morning I read the note that was sent from the Greenville paper. My prayers are with Audrey, the girls, Jill and family. love, Connie
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Pam (Hagadus) Foster
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
7:27 AM
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I am so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. I have great memories of Pat as we were classmates and I have known him since grade school and remember he always had that special smile he would greet everyone with. My condolence goes out to the whole family and just remember all the great memories you have of him. God Bless you all.
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Wendy J. Eastman Nyman
Thursday April 9, 2009 at
7:20 AM
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Dear Irish family,
I am so sorry to hear about Pat's passing. He was a classmate of mine beginning at Cedar Crest and on through GHS. I will always remember his curly hair and winning smile. You have my deepest Sympathy.
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Dutmers family
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
10:06 PM
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Kaitlin and Shannon, We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such an amazing friend to our family..a coaching sounding board for Dave, a friendly face in the crowd for the coach's wife and a constant source of hugs for our daughters. We've never met a man that was a bigger fan of his daughters. Our hearts reach out to you and our prayers are with you.
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Dutmers family
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
9:59 PM
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Kaitlin and Shannon, We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such an amazing friend to our family..a coaching sounding board for Dave, a friendly face in the crowd for the coach's wife and a constant source of hugs for our daughters. We've never met a man that was a bigger fan of his daughters. Our hearts reach out to you and our prayers are with you.
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Bill, Cindy, Erinn and Luke Wilson
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
9:39 PM
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Kaitlin and Shannon, your dad was such a special man and will always have a special place in our hearts. We have enjoyed his basketball expertise over so many years and his encouragement for our kids. He always had stories and updates about you two to share. What a wonderful man! He taught all of us so many life lessons. May we all be as generous and as loving as Pat Irish. God bless.
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Charles Gibson
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
9:27 PM
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Dear Irish family-
I am deeply sorry for your loss. In the mid-to-late 60's, Pat was the drummer for a Top-40 band I was in. We had some great times together! He always listened carefully and had that winning smile and can-do attitude. He will be warmly remembered.
Sincerely,
Charles (Chuck) Gibson
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Steve, Barb, Anna, Chelsea & Zach Prahl
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
9:04 PM
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Kaitlin and Shannon, please accept our sympathy for the loss of your wonderful father. His bright smile will always be our memory of him. May you both find comfort in the his abiding love and great pride for both of you.
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Cynthia Cass
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
8:51 PM
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Please accept my understanding of your loss. I was a great fan of Pat Irish a very long time ago. He provided an example of a good human being in a time when it was difficult to believe in good. He gave many people very positive lessons and memories. Please accept my condolences to those who loved him.
Cynthia
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Tim, Teri, Tara, and TJ Hunter
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
8:30 PM
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Kaitlin and Shannon, we are extremely sadden by the passing of your father. He was an amazing and wonderful man who's spirit and enthusiasm was contagious to any and all that were surrounded by him. He will be greatly missed. We are sorry that we won't be there to offer our condolences in person, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. The Hunter's
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Renae Hyde
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
8:22 PM
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I am so sorry for your loss. Pat was always so happy and encouraging to all that were around him. He will be missed.
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Pamela Jorgensen Nichols
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
7:44 PM
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I am sorry to hear this sad news. I remember Pat's winning smile and his leadership throughout the years we were in school together. My heart goes out to his loved ones.
My deepest sympathy,
Pam
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Jim and Patty Ritzema
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
7:32 PM
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Our deepest sympathy to the Irish family. We have known Pat for many years and will miss his warm smile and great personality. Our prayers are with you.
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Ginger Butler
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
7:27 PM
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I'm so sad to hear this news. I went to grade school with Pat and will always remember his winning smile and competitive attitude for scholastics and sports. My heartfelt sympathy. Ginger
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Bob and Jackie Malone
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
5:26 PM
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Our deepest sympathy to Pat's family. We were classmates of Pat's and will always remember him as a wonderful person with a smile for everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob and Jackie
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The Joki's
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
5:24 PM
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Kaitlin and Shannon we are greatly saddened by your Dad's passing. He was a true giver, never hesitating to help others out any way he could. Hold fast to the warm memories you shared with him and open yourselves up to feel his presence. We truly believe he will always be there for you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Sue Andersen Beebe
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
5:08 PM
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Dear Audrey, Jill and Family,
I have very fond memories of Pat and I riding tricycles on Grove and Webster Streets, back in the mid 1950s. I'm so sorry for your loss, he was a great friend.
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Diane (Kalbfleisch) Brown
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
5:08 PM
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I am saddend to her of Pat's untimely death. As many of my classmates are looking forward to our 4oth reunion he will be sorely missed. Pat and I had a love for cars as teenagers and visted Martin US 131 Dragstrip on many occasions during our high school career. I will always remember Pat playing the drums - Wipeout being our favorite. Please accept my condolences.
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Carl & Brenda Gustin and girls
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
4:39 PM
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What a tremendous loss. Kaitlin and Shannon, we will always remember Pat for his smiles, his cheery attitude, his many contributions to the Greenville sporting scene and his dear, dear daughters -- of which he was so, so proud. He will be greatly missed both as a father and a friend.
CARL, BRENDA, HOLLY & HILARY GUSTIN
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Mike and Janie Petersen
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
2:15 PM
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Our hearts go out to your family over Pat's loss. I always enjoyed working with Pat at the Daily News and he always joked with Mike about going for a ride in Mike's Z28, I'm sorry they never got around to it. Jill, Audrey and girls, Pat will always be in your hearts. He may not be with you now but he will never be gone. Your friends may give you comfort but your memories will give you peace. Our love goes to all of you. Mike and Janie
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hilary
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
2:15 PM
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kaitlin and shannon,
your dad will forever be remembered as an amazing person. i will forever remember how he always had a smile on his face! keep your head up, love being sent your way. <3
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Amanda Leitch-Lee and Ryan Lee
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
1:55 PM
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Pat will be missed by all who knew him. He always took the time to see how your day was going or have something funny to say.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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Marge (Rarick) Rozell
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
1:17 PM
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I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Pat. I was a classmate of Pat's and was looking forward to our 40-year class reunion this summer and seeing everyone.
Please accept my condolences to the family and know we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Ruth Pate
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
12:34 PM
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I had the pleasure of working with Pat at The Daily News. He always had a smile on his face and a greeting for everyone he passed in the hallway. He had such a great sense of humor, and boy did he love to talk sports. But, his biggest joy was being able to show us pictures of his girls; he was so proud of both of you. He will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him.
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Ruth J. Pate
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
12:27 PM
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Deb Comden
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
12:16 PM
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To the Irish family, I'm so sorry for your loss, I worked with Pat at Northland and he always had the Irish smile and the best attitude, he was a joy to work with. My heart goes out to all of you I know his girls were his pride and joy.
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Elisabeth Waldon
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
10:44 AM
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Pat was such a ray of sunshine when he worked here at The Daily News. He always had a smile and a laugh and good conversation. I'm sure he was deeply loved by many.
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Zana and Phyllis Easton
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
9:15 AM
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Audrey,Jill,
We are so sorry to hear about Pat's passing. You both have our deepest sympathies. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Zana & Phyllis
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MaryAnne Macy
Wednesday April 8, 2009 at
8:54 AM
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Audrey, JIll and all Pat's family -
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you adjust to life after Pat's passing. He was very fortunate to have a loving family, starting with Arvin and Audrey's everlasting love. MaryAnne
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Jessica Dudenhofer
Tuesday April 7, 2009 at
10:33 PM
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I just wanted to tell the girls how sorry I am...I cried and cried when I got the email at work with Pat's obituary. He was always so encouraging when I first started out at The Daily News and I don't think I ever saw him without a smile on his face...it was always wonderful to see him again (and get a bear hug!).
My prayers are with you Kaitlin and Shannon...may God give you His special comfort.
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Patrick Douglas Irish age 57 of Greenville died at home Tuesday April 7, 2009.
