Pat, I miss your beautiful smile, your kindness, your giving, most of all your precious love,, I loved you so much. Until we meet again.

Pat was a great dad and brother. 
Made my younger days awesome.

Just finding out about Pat's passing and what I know is his smile, his joy and his kindness are traits that left an indelible imprint on me.  He always had a hug to share to start our long work days off right. His office was next to mine.  On the best of days, he would make me laugh; on the worst of days, he would make me laugh.  I have always held good thoughts of him throughout the years, even though life moved us in different directions.  To his wife children and  family - may his strong character and love for life carry you and uplift you

Pat was such a wonderful person that I came to know through my son in law. They went to school together. He always helped with the purchase of my cars. Met his beautiful wife and spent some good times together.  You were so loved and will be missed💞

Remembering all the Great times with you Dean&your parents growing up.Always a smile,laugh and positive Light to everyone.My father Johnny forever Cherishes you......
       Familia forever Pat,we Luv you

They say that to live well and to touch the hearts of others is to make a lasting difference.  Pat lived well...he embraced life with passion.  He shared with everyone he met his enthusiasm for all life's pleasures... the love of good food, fine wine and the bond of family and friends.  He touched the hearts of all he met with his radiant smile and the gift he had for making anyone he spoke to feel special.  Truly, he made a lasting difference we will never forget.

Tonight the brightest, most perfect star in the sky will be Pat smiling down on us.

Hey cousin you were the big brother I never had, you were always there for me when I needed help, to offer a solution to my problem. Your smile I will never forget, it always made me happy, also the fun time partying in the  shore with you, in the younger days. You are greatly loved and will be greatly missed, I know I will see you again, when God calls me home!  La Famiglia

I have unforgettable memories of Pat a long  time FRIEND. They all bring a big smile to my face. He will always be in my heart.  

Cathy and I send our sincere condolences to the entire Verrona family.  Pat was a very special person and we are blessed to have had him in our lives.  His charisma, personality and passion for life will live on in our memories and hearts forever.  A life well lived!   Rest in peace our friend!  We love you.

"Many of my life's moments have became memorable only because I have a cousin like you".  
Pat you are loved and will be missed. 
Love
Jeff and Kathy

Pat & I met at the end of 6th grade.  That was the days when boys would walk you home. Pat walked me home in 7th grade.  He had to be careful Marge didn’t see him. He was in 8th.  When all of us were newly married we all did such fun things together. We will always have those memories.
Pat was a kind person. He always could make you feel special. He left way to soon. I was so glad Rick & I could visit him one last time at the hospital. His eyes still sparkled and his smile still beautiful.
He was talking and smiling and we will cherish that. 
God Bless and Keep You Pat.


Pat and I were high school sweethearts and so in love...  He and I married and were so blessed with three adorable and beautiful children.  

He will forever be pressed within my heart,  Gina's heart,  Patrick's heart,  and Julie's heart.

God was and is forever.  He himself  had made all the arrangements for you to be with him in his eternal life.

My sweet Sam and father of three children.

Mr. V.    One of the GREATEST men I know.  When we met in the 80's at Longo ,  you welcomed me with that smile that never changed.  Thank you for such a great friendship and the awesome memories. You touched many many hearts and you will always be someone people will forever speak about.  You were truly one of a kind. A genuine soul that cared about all. You were a love just like your wife. Unkie I love you and you are in my prayers. Pat I know your smile lit up heaven like you did here on earth. You will NEVER  be forgotten & forever in our hearts.   Much love !!

There is a saying that a cousin is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost. Within our family no body will ever understand the craziness, love, loyalty, and the everlasting bond between cousins.  We are filled with pain and sorrow from our loss of Pat. He will be dearly missed, but will remain in our hearts & memories.   You are gone sweet cousin, but never forgotten. We love you

Oh  Pat (Patty), I have so many fond memories of you and our childhood. We always had a big hug and a laugh. I remember when I got divorced and didn't have a car, you helped me get one. It was so easy to work with you and as always, fun. I needed easy and fun at that point. I have always had a warm heart where you are concerned. Rest in Peace, Patty.
Lynne Reynolds

Pat was one of the good ones, he brought me into the car biz in 1998.  At that time, he was the GM for Team Chevrolet Pasadena.  He told me we would have fun as well as make money, and we did just that!

Pat had that winner's smile and the charisma to go along with it.
He was an absolute pleasure to work for.  Pat treated everyone with respect and  everyone who worked for him gave 125% without being asked. His attitude, smile and charm will be sorely missed by many.

I'm sure by now the good Lord realizes he has  " THE BEST OF THE BEST "!

Rest in Peace my Brother-

When I moved to CA in ’79 Pat got me a job selling cars.  Pats mentorship set in motion a lifetime career in sales. We shared the good, bad and sometimes ugly (on my part). Pat never called me by my first name.  Pat would address me as. ”Brutz”.  He watched over me like a big brother.   

 The following would be so Pat like in giving one advice. ”About life, none if us getting out of here alive. So  stop treating yourself as an afterthought. Eat delicious food, drink the good whiskey, play the ponies and let's roll the dice. Walk in the sunshine. Jump into the ocean. Say the truth like a hidden treasure in your heart. Be silly. Be kind. Be weird. Because one day there will no time.”.      

You will missed my man, you will be missed! 


Pat.. Your smile and bubbly personality will be missed by all...  Thank you for all the laugh we shared on your visit. You are an Amazing man! Miss you so! 

I know Heaven is a great place because they got you 
You will truly be missed  Lot of Great memories my Friend RIP 

So sorry to here this,Pat i didn't know you long but in the time i did i could feel the true nice person you were you cared to help others and like everybody has said you always had a smile on your face with a real hello greeting to follow,It was a gift to be able to meet you and have you come through my life for the short time you did.Prayers out to all your family and friends, keep smiling my friend ,your friend Corey


Our dear sweet Pat, You could light up the room with just your smile! You were the light of our lives.  A beacon we could trust to provide support and advice with humor and a smile! You were constant in your love and loyalty to our family. 
 You always reminded us of the three basic Italian values; tradition, passion and pride.  Our love for you does not stop here, it will continue on in our hearts!
   We have been so blessed to share a lifetime with you. 
   'Ti amiamo andare con Dio'
    


Pat, always had a smile and a welcoming hello when I seen him ,  He was truly a class act , Rest in Peace my friend.

Pat was one of the best car guys I ever worked with in the 40 years in the auto business. Because of Pat I met a lot of great people and got some terrific stories. Always good for a laugh or a kick in the backside whenever you needed it. They don't make very many like Pat so remember to celebrate the life!

 Pat was a unbelievable person and so kind with all his knowledge and his passion.  He has a gift to make everybody feel special about them self.  He was a very kind loving man and have a great  sense of humor and he love the laugh. He will be missed by his friends and family rest in peace Pat!

Pat wasn't just a boss, he was a friend, a caring and genuine person, a smile that never left his face, words couldn't come close to describing the man that he was, he made me the man that I am today, I am thankful and blessed to have had him in my life,  I  will never forget you, may God receive you with eternal piece.

Pat was my mentor my friend and the best boss anyone can have , we had so many great moments together May his soul rest in peace and God give patients to his living family to get through this. We will never forget you BOSS 


Pat was filled with smiles and laughter which he unselfishly shared with the world. From little league baseball and throughout his life. Lots of love flowed from Pat!

Pat was the best boss you could ever ask for. Such a caring and charismatic person. The one person who when he walked into a room, people would notice. He commanded a room like no other. He was the person everyone gravitated to. He will be missed. He touched so many people with his kind ways, and his smile. 

OBITUARY

Patrick James Verrona

October 3, 1947 – January 11, 2019

Oakdale Mortuary & Memorial Park

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