Patrick Graham Wharam

Pat was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on November 8, 1942 and grew up in Buckingham County, Virginia. He is preceded in death by his mother Doris S. Wharam, father Reese Wharam and cherished brothers-in-law Charlie Edwards, Frazier Fair and Dr. Walter Isley.

After graduating high school in 1960, Pat married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Wooten. Pat and Shirley moved to Richmond and Pat entered the heating and air conditioning trade, beginning a career that he would enjoy for his lifetime. In 1975 Pat started his own business, Pat’s Heating and Air Conditioning. Even after officially retiring, Pat remained loyal to customers making service calls just a week or two ago. He built his business through skill, hard work and dedication to his customers.

Patrick is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Shirley W. Wharam; his children Kenny Wharam, Terry Wharam (Shelia), Mike Wharam (Andrea), Michelle Wharam (Nicole Snodgrass) and grandchildren Shelley Neal, Stephanie Adam (Bob), Reese Wharam (Abby) and great granddaughter Calista Adam and step-great grandchildren Erin Adam, Joe Adam and Delaney Adam, his sisters Joanne Gormus and Jeannine Fair and many nieces and nephews. Pat loved and was proud of his family and the generations that grew from it.

When he wasn’t working, Pat enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and camping. Pat loved spending time with his sons in the mountains or fishing and trips to Emerald Isle NC with his daughter. Pat and Shirley spent over twenty summers at Lake Gaston relaxing, boating and making memories with family and friends. Pat never knew a stranger and leaves behind many lifelong friends and acquaintances.

Patrick will be remembered for his strong work ethic, the business he built, his love of the outdoors, and his commitment to his family. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories and a family who will remember him for the life he lived and the legacy he built.

The family will receive friends and family at Woody Funeral Home from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 31, 2026 followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 pm in the Chapel at Woody Funeral Home 1020 Huguenot Rd. Midlothian VA 23112.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fire Station 20, 201 Courthouse Rd. Richmond, Va 23236 or to your local fire and rescue station.