Dear Jean, Cynthia, Megan and Jennifer and family. We are so very sorry to hear of the death of your husband, father, grandfather and friend. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers. May Gayle Rest in Peace. May God be with all of you at this very difficult time. Love, Ellen, Bob, Marc and Kelly Hinds
It was with great dismay and sadness I heard that I lost a true friend that for the last 20 + years was a collaborator and cohort in solving lifes problems, both his and mine, while tackling all the mechanical issues our mutual love of equipment long past due for replacement, the discussions on what to sell, what to keep and oddly enough the philosophy used to determine the action, usually summoned up with our standard “no u-hauls going to the cemetary!” So true now! Missing him dearly already, not hearing from him the latest issue needing attention! And most disconcerting, how do I possibly summerize now, a life time of experiences into a few short sentences!
Pat truly cared in life about making it better for all those around him, I honestly don’t think there’s anyone out there with a negative thing to say, which is an epitaph I will hopefully emulate some day also! I had a great teacher! His love for his family was his pride and joy, and certainly 2nd to none! Right down to the special ring tones of the grandkids! He lived to mention family accomplishments as things would occur! He took great pride in all family members accomplishments! He instinctively knew what would solve an issue, and without hesitation would do so. I never saw him dwell on past issues unless that issue reqired a solution. We discussed many many things about life over the years, swapped memes, and situations that were formative for us in years past. He was enjoying himself right up to the very end I will personally attest to, and was fortunate to be able to do so as he stated on many occasions! He truly loved and adored you Jean, never ever spoke ill of you, as he knew the the true value of having his awesome woman at his side for any and all mutual successes! Think he liked digging equipment subsequently because of the the hole he had to fill after falling so hard for you when he first met you! You were truly the best and finest thing in and about his life! A true car salesman to the very end, as during conversation, he alluded to Jean as 40, looks 30 and drives like she’s 18! I can think of no higher accolade! He definitely looked forward to each and every evening with you Jean, as well as family time, never was it a chore! And while hiding out in his shop tinkering was truly a passion the last few years, he never lost sight of his family! Pat is in Heaven now, and I’ll definitely be looking forward to seeing him again and whatever deals he’s arranged meanwhile! Not sure “the art of the deal” solely belongs to the Trump camp! Nothing put that li’l gleam in his eye as “the deal” could and did! Admittedly some of them were jaw dropping, to me anyway! Our condolences to every family member, and we pray God grants strength, resiliency and healing to all in this time of loss. Sincerely, Dave & Kate Bonis
I remember when my Dad gave my sister a round token with the letters TUIT on it. He said that she could get married when she got a round tuit. Haha. So, she had his permission.
There are no words that can convey the sadness I feel for Jean and the rest of the family. My hearts breaks for each of us and I wish we could all be together right now. Pat was larger than life and seemed invincible. His corny jokes will long be remembered and retold. He loved kids and he loved his family. He was my only brother-in-law for almost 40 years and I loved him. Rest In Peace, Pat. You will be forever missed.
Pat was so rugged and so active, we could never have imagined he’d go that suddenly. But I know he would have preferred it to wasting away in a hospital bed the way we watched our mother pass.
He lived about as far north as you could go and still be in the States and I, about as far south. That, along with the difference in our ages, made it difficult to be as close as either of us would have liked. But the last time he called, he spoke at length about several things he had on his mind and I felt closer to him than I had in years. I’ll always treasure that memory.
Pat, you accomplished many things, chief among them was raising a fine family. That will be your legacy. Rest In Peace, brother. And long may your story be told.
Years ago, many ties I would drive up to his office on Dewey Ave and discuss Mercedes that he was buying at Manheim. Later, on Scottville Road Pat would call me to walk him through hooking up of his multi button telephone sets with the 25 pair cables. Met him numerous times at the auctions. A real gentleman and friend.
Dear Jean, Cynthia, Megan and Jennifer and family. We are so very sorry to hear of the death of your husband, father, grandfather and friend. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers. May Gayle Rest in Peace. May God be with all of you at this very difficult time. Love, Ellen, Bob, Marc and Kelly Hinds
It was with great dismay and sadness I heard that I lost a true friend that for the last 20 + years was a collaborator and cohort in solving lifes problems, both his and mine, while tackling all the mechanical issues our mutual love of equipment long past due for replacement, the discussions on what to sell, what to keep and oddly enough the philosophy used to determine the action, usually summoned up with our standard “no u-hauls going to the cemetary!” So true now! Missing him dearly already, not hearing from him the latest issue needing attention! And most disconcerting, how do I possibly summerize now, a life time of experiences into a few short sentences!
Pat truly cared in life about making it better for all those around him, I honestly don’t think there’s anyone out there with a negative thing to say, which is an epitaph I will hopefully emulate some day also! I had a great teacher! His love for his family was his pride and joy, and certainly 2nd to none! Right down to the special ring tones of the grandkids! He lived to mention family accomplishments as things would occur! He took great pride in all family members accomplishments! He instinctively knew what would solve an issue, and without hesitation would do so. I never saw him dwell on past issues unless that issue reqired a solution. We discussed many many things about life over the years, swapped memes, and situations that were formative for us in years past. He was enjoying himself right up to the very end I will personally attest to, and was fortunate to be able to do so as he stated on many occasions! He truly loved and adored you Jean, never ever spoke ill of you, as he knew the the true value of having his awesome woman at his side for any and all mutual successes! Think he liked digging equipment subsequently because of the the hole he had to fill after falling so hard for you when he first met you! You were truly the best and finest thing in and about his life! A true car salesman to the very end, as during conversation, he alluded to Jean as 40, looks 30 and drives like she’s 18! I can think of no higher accolade! He definitely looked forward to each and every evening with you Jean, as well as family time, never was it a chore! And while hiding out in his shop tinkering was truly a passion the last few years, he never lost sight of his family! Pat is in Heaven now, and I’ll definitely be looking forward to seeing him again and whatever deals he’s arranged meanwhile! Not sure “the art of the deal” solely belongs to the Trump camp! Nothing put that li’l gleam in his eye as “the deal” could and did! Admittedly some of them were jaw dropping, to me anyway! Our condolences to every family member, and we pray God grants strength, resiliency and healing to all in this time of loss. Sincerely, Dave & Kate Bonis
I remember when my Dad gave my sister a round token with the letters TUIT on it. He said that she could get married when she got a round tuit. Haha. So, she had his permission.
https://youtu.be/OwTXBBU0JLo
A song my Dad used to sing to my daughter Elissa, his brown eyed girl
There are no words that can convey the sadness I feel for Jean and the rest of the family. My hearts breaks for each of us and I wish we could all be together right now. Pat was larger than life and seemed invincible. His corny jokes will long be remembered and retold. He loved kids and he loved his family. He was my only brother-in-law for almost 40 years and I loved him. Rest In Peace, Pat. You will be forever missed.
Pat was so rugged and so active, we could never have imagined he’d go that suddenly. But I know he would have preferred it to wasting away in a hospital bed the way we watched our mother pass.
He lived about as far north as you could go and still be in the States and I, about as far south. That, along with the difference in our ages, made it difficult to be as close as either of us would have liked. But the last time he called, he spoke at length about several things he had on his mind and I felt closer to him than I had in years. I’ll always treasure that memory.
Pat, you accomplished many things, chief among them was raising a fine family. That will be your legacy. Rest In Peace, brother. And long may your story be told.
Years ago, many ties I would drive up to his office on Dewey Ave and discuss Mercedes that he was buying at Manheim. Later, on Scottville Road Pat would call me to walk him through hooking up of his multi button telephone sets with the 25 pair cables. Met him numerous times at the auctions. A real gentleman and friend.