Name: Surprise Funeral Care
Address: Surprise, AZ

Dear Jill:  I was saddened to learn of your husband, Pat's death.  Your loss is tremendous.  Please take one day at a time and remember the wonderful life you shared together.  Liz Schenk

Jill, we are so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. We send our deepest sympathy for your loss. We hope that your memories of the good times you and Pat shared will comfort you now and in the future. Pat's many friends in tennis will miss him.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 

Walt & Gloria Volland

Dear Jill, what a blessing Pat was to all whom he met. I was fortunate to play tennis, play table tennis, sing in the Grand Singers, and perform in a musical with Pat. He excelled in all these activities. He was always gracious and caring in all that he did. He will be sorely missed but will be giving his stellar performances in heaven forever.

Dear Jill, my deepest condolences. How blessed we all were who knew Pat! He epitomized courtesy and kindness.  With his warm outreach he had that rare gift of making everyone feel welcome and special.  He loved music and loved to sing. As a member of SCG's first musical "Guys and Dolls' he relished his part as a singing missionary and often, during breaks while waiting to go on stage would quietly sing a tune to himself.  As a member of Grand Singers, he enriched Grand Singer performances with his beautiful voice. If there is a choir of angels in the heavens, you can be certain that Pat is singing among them.
Hedda Alsworth

Dear Jill,

I was so sad to hear from Mike on July 17th that his dear father, and your dear husband, had succumbed.  For some reason I had taken great heart from Mike's email from the previous day that Pat had been moved from the hospital ICU to a hospice, assuming, unrealistically, that his condition had markedly improved and he might yet "make it."

I can only vaguely imagine the rollercoaster of emotions you have been on, having to make (literal) life and death decisions about what to do, what not to do, integrating what Pat's wishes would be were he conscious, etc., etc., etc. into the whole already fraught mix  I know you were a wellspring of comfort, security, and serenity to him for the many years of your marriage, and that his soul will sorely miss you.

Take care, Jill, and may God bless you always.

Jill,  I am very sorry to hear about Pat's passing.  My deepest condolences.  Pat was a wonderful man and will be missed by many!  It was a sincere privilege to share the stage with him.

Jill, Frank and I will always cherish the friendship the four of us have had since we met 7 years ago. We have created so many memories together to CELEBRATE and share (watching sunsets, pizza nights, playing tennis, golf, PB, pool, horseshoes, fishing, karaoke, and our travels). I am sure we will be telling "Pat" stories for a long, long, time.... We love you both. Gayle and Frank

We been yours and Pat's friends for a very long time and have spent a lot of time together as couples and individually. We have created many wonderful memories that we will always cherish. It is these memories that allow us to feel honored to have had Pat in our lives and we know that he is in a better place, albeit to early. Love Dennis and Noko

Pat and Jill have been our friends for over 25 years, we have a lot of happy memories, and funny times. our first trip to palm springs, our first time golfing, was a hoot. Pat and our first karaoke.  Pat was very loving.  He loved Jill so very much, it was always evident.  He had his own quirky ways, that you couldnt help, but admire, laugh, or wonder.  He was like a brother, to me, and I knew I could count on him. I am still in shock, and I will always miss him.  my husband and I will miss all the things we did that he was also involved in.  i know that he is in a better place, and he did not suffer.  And for that I am glad, but we will always, reflect it as a loss to our lives.  Our heart and thought is with Jill now.  I know she will stay strong, thats the woman, she is.  and her faith will guide her.
always your friends love kathy and richard Effinger

Dear Jill:  Our deep condolences.  Pat's powerful backhand slam & his willingness to coach other players set good examples for all of us to follow and will be missed deeply by all members at the SCG table tennis club.

Julie & Apollo

Pat was a special man who always looked for the good in people and situations.  He was a joy to perform with and just to be around.   I will miss his smiling face always...

Jill, Earl and I feel so sad about your loss.  I still remember meeting you two for the first time on the PB court.  Soon after, you both came over to our home for cocktails, and Pat shared with us the love story of your first encounter.  His eye sparkled brightly with the memory of that first meeting.  When you performed on stage, I remember him telling me that you were "the star" of the show.  I loved Pat for how he loved you.  You and Pat will be in our thoughts and prayers.

  Jill, our anniversary is May 21, we will think of Pat every year. How great is that! A lovely man and a good karaoke friend.  We will miss him.  

Doug and Gayle

Jill,
Every time I hear a Jim Croce or Neil Diamond song... I will think of Pat.  My favorite karaoke night was when Pat sang Johnny Cash's "I've Been Everywhere"... He didn't miss a beat.  He sang it beautifully and he was the hit of the night.  Will miss that smile!!! 
--Bari & Dan

Jill and Family
We were so saddened to hear of Pat's passing. God's beautiful plan is sometimes concealed,isn't it? I will miss his talents in Grand Singers,Cabaret Players,karaoke and Variety Show numbers. How blessed you were to have the chance to perform together in your two fun numbers,That's Amore and Under The Moon Of Love. He always had a smile on his face when he was with you Jill,so I think he did find much joy and love in his life. He will be missed  Carolyn and Don Madison  SCG

Pat - May you kareoke with the angels now.  You'll need to check to see if they have pickle ball courts or not.  If not, get some started for the rest of us, please.

Carol Bietsch and Jim Tangeman, Washougal, WA.

Jill, Pat was a brother-in-law, friend, and counselor at times.  He has a special place in my heart--mostly because of the love he had for you,  Be strong.  Love you, oldest sister, Suzie

Dear Jill and Family....my memories of Pat are a reflection of his diverse talents....from Grand Singers, Cabaret Players, pickleball, table tennis, birding and karaoke.  I will remember him fondly as a quiet, respectful, sharing and talented gentleman.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Bonnie Heinz

Pat was a pleasure to work with when I asked him to play the part of the "trailer trash groom" in our skit "The Wedding Party." He showed one and all what a good sport he was with his open shirt and fake hairy chest, Elvis Pressley getup, and "motorcycle gang member" attitude, getting lots of laughs in the process. Dorcee and I will miss his smooth voice and nice smile.

Pat, who was a gentleman, in the true meaning, of the word, will be sorely missed, by our Grand Singers.  Because his was truly a life, to be celebrated, were I not in California, I would be honored, to attend his Celebration of Life.  My heart goes out, to you, Jill, and all of your family, in your great loss.

Dear Jill,   I have so many fond memories of past tennis tournaments playing with and against you, but I never had the good fortune to meet your husband.  He probably had many fine qualities, like you, none of which was more important than picking you as a life partner.  I send you my warmest thoughts of comfort.  Take care.  I'm thinking of you, Marsha Ishii, Salem, Or

Pat was such an asset, to the Grand Singers, as well as a wonderful gentleman, in the true sense, of the word.  Although I am in Los Angeles, California, and therefore cannot attend his Life Celebration service, I will be there, in spirit.  While I did not have the pleasure, of meeting you, Jill, Pat spoke so highly of you and your family, the day I sat next to him, at a final concert rehearsal, and asked him if you and he had any redheaded children.  Pat will be sorely missed, by all those, whose lives he touched.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours, in this time of grief, for your terrible loss.

To know Pat was a blessing. He was caring and helpfull in many ways. Pat and I did a few plays togeather, he would say, Ralph look at your script, I did . We talked about things, mostly Singing and acting. I will not think of Pat as gone but just away for awhile, hey man, we will meet again. Ralph Julianelle

Jill and Family,  We are very sorry to hear of Pat's passing and this reminds us how precious life is and to live it to the fullest.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Craig and Sue Olson

Dear Jill,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Pat will be missed, his smile will be missed, his voice will be missed. The joy and kindness he showed will be remembered.
"Life is eternal, and love is immortal,
and death is only a horizon;
and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight."
~Rossiter Worthington Raymond
Our deepest sympathy and hopes for your future. Eileen and Gary Brooks

Jill, I am still in shock over Pat's passing.  He will always be remembered as a kind and gentle man.  It was so much fun having him in any of my shows.
I remember the first time he auditioned and was not chosen.  He took the disappointed with such grace and worked to improve his singing.  The next time he auditioned he was selected and that started a long association that I am so sorry to see end. Pat helped set up our own Karaoke and loved to sing. You gave him much joy and happiness, he is probable smiling down on you and singing his heart out. If there is anything I can do for you, let me know.  My heart goes out to you and his family.  Anne Scott

Jill,

I knew Pat from Grand Singers and the variety shows.  He was a kind and gentle person, who discovered a new talent for singing at SCG.  He will be missed. My prayers go out to you and your family for peace and comfort at this time.
Judy Carpenter

Jill, I'm so sorry for your loss of Pat. I enjoyed singing with him. Two highlights for me were when he wore the coat of many colors, and your performance together in the Variety Show.
May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.  Your friend, Marka

Jill - I'll miss Pat at Karaoke and the Music Club and Drama Club events he loved so much.  I recall the first time he sang Karaoke in SCG for a Pot Luck Supper.  He was a lot of fun and I know he will be missed by many.  My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

So sorry to hear of Pat's passing.  I remember when he and Jill first started singing karaoke.  They both became valued and talented singers and performers not only in the karaoke community but in musical productions in Sun City Grand.  I hosted karaoke at Dillon's in Sun City Grand for 2.5 years and Pat always stayed until the very end.  How he loved to sing and he always worked up new songs every week.  He became a very polished performer who sincerely was part of our karaoke family.  Everyone loved him, especially his soul mate Jill, the happiest person I have ever met. And together they lit up the room.  He will be missed, but is now singing alongside his friends, David Bentley and Dave Burgoyne, in heaven.

Jerry Santens (Rio Vista, CA formerly of Sun City Grand)

Jill, 
I am so very saddened by Pat's passing. He was a sweet and caring person. I enjoyed singing with him in the Grand Singers and Chorale and also working with him in shows. He so enjoyed singing, was always so positive and generous in giving compliments to fellow performers. He will be missed by many of us in the SCG Music Club. His life is a gift to be held in our hearts and memories. With deepest sympathy,
Kris Olson (SCG)

Jill - 
I am so sorry to hear about Pat's passing.  My heart and thoughts are with you.  I hope that in the coming days that your memories will bring you comfort and bring a smile to your face. He was a very kind and thoughtful man and I will remember him fondly.

Jill, we so enjoyed seeing both you and Pat in the Variety Shows and occasional plays at Grand. He enriched the cultural scene for us. He was also great fun to play PB against in our early years because he would (once in a while) "drop down" to our level of court. We will miss him.
Ted and Kris Koch

Jill and Family -- 
We were so sorry to hear of Pat's passing.  We will surely miss hearing him sing in SCG.  Our love and prayers to you.

Jill, Ken and I were shocked and saddened to hear of  Pat's surgery and passing.  What a loss to all who knew him.  We used to have some good times inVancouver. 
Ken and Gaye Thompson

Jill.  I feel very blessed to have played pickleball with you and Pat from time to time there in Grand.  You were both always up beat and fun and great players I might add.  I'm so very sorry about the news of Pat's passing but I know in time the sadness of his loss will turn into feelings of joy and happiness of the wonderful times you shared together.  Thinking of you and sending you hugs and prayers.

Dear Jill and Family... 
How sad to learn of Pat's passing. His love for singing is greatly admired as he sang with us in Grand Singers and the Grand Singers Chorale.  His friendly smile and great voice will live on in our hearts!
God Bless you!

I am so sorry to hear of Special K's passing.  My prayers are with Jill and the rest of his family.  I know that heaven is richer for the music he is making there.

We have known Pat for many years, including time in Vancouver WA. He was a kind, caring and compassionate man. Loved his self confidence! We are so sorry for the loss he will be to SCG and those that knew him. His family, especially Jill, continue to be in our thoughts and prayers......Sincerely Jerry and Mary

My prayers are with you and your family at this saddened time.
Gerri Gerard (Surprise, AZ)

Dear Jill and family, Bob and I send our sincere condolences to all of you.  That man really loved to sing and he will be missed.

May Pat be playing any sport he wants in Heaven and having fun and of course winning.  You have not lost if you can remember all the fun times you have gained being with someone you loved.....may God Bless Pat and give you
strength....Rock and Pat Kane

My sympathy is extended to you.  I enjoyed playing table tennis and tennis with Pat.

I'm so sorry for your loss, Sis.  I wish I could be there with you and am glad that you have so many supportive friends.  I'll always remember the family reunions with Pat and staying with you in Phoenix and Vancouver.  Wishing you peace and strength.

Jill and Family, We are very sad to hear about the passing of Pat. We are thinking of you and extend our deepest sympathy.
Mary & Charlie Ortmann

We are so sorry for your loss.  Pat made a lasting impression on everyone he met.  I knew Pat from the Table Tennis Club and John knew Pat from the Music Club. Our thoughts are with you and your family.  Sue & John Clark

I have many fond memories of playing table tennis with Pat (one of the best players in our club), and talking to him about many other matters. Many members of the Sun City Grand Table Tennis Club have enjoyed interacting with Pat and we will greatly miss him.
Fred Hedrick - President, SCG Table Tennis Club

Jill, we were shocked and saddened to learn of Pat's passing. Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family. Pat was a wonderful, gracious, pleasant individual, with a very consistent demeanor. On the Pickleball Court, he was a pleasure to play with, and a challenge to play against. As a member of the Grand Singers, he was a marvelous performer, and a big help to those around him. May you be comforted in knowing that he will be surely and sorely missed by everyone whose lives he touched.

Mel and Joanne Langer

Jill, we are so sorry to hear of Pat's passing.  We're thinking of you at this sad time and extend our deepest condolences.  May the comfort of friends and family be your strength now and in the days ahead.  Wishing you God's peace.

Jill we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and the family at this difficult and sad. time. 
                                       Sue and Jim Sabo

Jill,

Nancy and I send our heartfelt and deepest sympathy for your loss.  May all the good times and wonderful memories you shared with Pat help sustain you during this period of grief. Pat will be missed by so many.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nancy and Bob Eckart

Dear Jill,  So sorry for your loss.  I didn't know Pat except from Karaoke.  I remember the first time I heard him sing a Coco's and the joy he got out of singing. I heard him Tuesday night and told him how wonderful he sounded and how he had improved.  He beamed.   My prayers are with you and your family.  JJ arnold, Sun City Grand

Jill and family, Our love and deepest sympathy are with you. Our drama club has lost a great talent. We don't personally know you but wanted you to know how much we have enjoyed all of your and Pat's performances. Pat will be greatly missed but the pleasure he brought to the stage whenever he performed will never be forgotten.
May God Bless you,
Gil and Angela Cito

Jill, Your deep loss is felt by many here in our community. We have all lost a kind and wonderful friend. There are many wonderful memories and moments to be shared by all of us.  Pat's smile, understanding way and demeanor was felt by all and he will be greatly missed.  God Bless you and your family,

Jill,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Ron and I will always have the fond memories of Pat beating us on the pickleball courts. He so enjoyed life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always, Deb and Ron Arnold

Jill,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.  I pray that in time your pain and hurt will transform into memories that bring comfort. Until then, I pray that you continue to to have the strength to carry you through this devastating time.

Dear Jill,
We are so very sorry  to hear of Pat's passing.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad, sad time. We will always remember you and Pat in the last variety show!   You both are role models on how to live retired life to the fullest. 
May God bless you and be with you,

Jill,
Ron and I are thinking of you and your family. Pat was an inspiration to live boldly. We admired the way the both of you take on things.  
God Bless, 
Catherine and Ron Barton

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Patrick Kirkpatrick

21 May, 1940 – 17 July, 2013

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