Patrick Schenden

Pat was born on December 8, 1945 in Cadillac, the son of Gerard and Helen Schenden. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and for most of his working career, he was an inspector for Northwood Manufacturing. Pat was able to show off his artistic side as the owner of Schenden Signs. His work can be seen on many of the businesses throughout Wexford County. Pat also worked for Wedin International and most recently, Britten Media.

Pat loved life and lived it at his own pace. He was an avid collector of everything, because you never know when you’re going to need it! He was extremely loyal and caring. His selfless, servant heart was apparent in his daily life. Although his wife, Cheryl, was always his top priority, he was also a servant of The Lord. Pat was passionate about music. He was a member of The River Free Methodist Church of Mesick, where he participated with the worship team. Pat also enjoyed meeting new people and learning everything he could about them.

Pat is survived by his wife of 28 years, Cheryl (Kemppainen); parents, Gerard and Helen (Paquette) Schenden; children, Jill (Tom) Lodes, Lisa Allen, and Todd (Whitney Huston) Barta; grandchildren, Madelaine and Kip Talcott, Elle and Gage Huston, Deonne Davis, and Cedric Heard; and siblings, Phillip (Jan) Schenden and Geraldine Schenden.

Preceding Pat in death are his daughter, Melissa Barta; and brothers, Richard, Thomas, James, and Daniel Schenden.

A memorial services will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 11 a.m. at The River Free Methodist Church of Mesick, with visitation starting at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan, Cadillac Team, 932 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac, MI 49601. Please share your fond memories of Pat at www.CovellFuneralHomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City.