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Patrick J. Flavin Jr.

1939 - 2013

Patrick J. Flavin Jr. obituary, 1939-2013, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Patrick Flavin Obituary

Patrick J. Flavin, 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 19, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick and Eleanor Flavin, his aunt, Mary M. Flavin of Chicago and brother, Michael Dennis Flavin of Salt Lake City, Utah. Pat was born and raised on Chicago's West Side and graduated from Austin High School. He attended Loyola University, worked for IBM then, in the mid 1960's, started an innovative computer software design firm, American Data Centre. Through the years, ADC expanded to include services for cable TV systems, printing and race track ownership. A subsidiary, Horseman's Guarantee Corporation of America, Inc., created the bookkeeping services for the horse racing industry, providing staffing for the track and streamling the distribution of purses to winners. They are still servicing all the racetracks in the Chicago area. In the early 1970's ADC was the first to develop software to handle Off Track Betting operations in New York. In 1979, Pat purchased a significant interest in Chicago's Maywood Park Race Track. For over 15 years he owned and operated Bentbrook Farm, outside of Louisville, Kentucky, raced horses in the U.S., England, Ireland and France and was a regular at the Kentucky Derby. Pat's horse, Doc Ryan, won the Edinburgh Gold Cup in Scotland and for the first time in its 180 year history, the cup resided in the United States. Pat moved to Ft. Lauderdale in 1993 and continued developing iconic businesses including The Village Zoo, RJ's Landing, the Riviera Hotel on A1A and in 2000, Bahia Cabana Beach Resort. Pat lived life to the fullest. Butch McGuire's, a legendary pub in Chicago, closed its doors to the public on a busy Saturday night for Pat's private 50th birthday party. His generosity was boundless and he was often the one behind the quiet philanthropy at Catholic institutions, especially Cardinal Gibbons High School and St. Coleman Catholic Church in Fort Lauderdale, and various organizations in Chicago. Pat believed in giving back but he did so without fanfare. He donated and distributed 2,500 teddy bears to first graders in Fort Lauderdale for Christmas. He established scholarships for children of employees suffering hardships. He was a loyal friend, especially to those in the restaurant business including Legend's Pub, the Ambry Restaurant and Stingers. He was the consummate host gathering his family and friends at the Ambry for an annual Christmas Eve dinner or celebrating Valentine's Day in style with the famous Willie Nelson party at Dr. B's. Pat was a dedicated father and loving husband. He always put family first and his love for his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews was without exception. Pat leaves behind his adored wife of 34 years, Tish; five daughters, Eleanor Flavin, Susan Flavin-Finney (John), Julie (Harry) Crawford, Kris (David) Cauble, Mary Kate (Rich) Pratt; two sons, JJ Flavin and Shamus Flavin and five grandchildren: Tyler and Abby Cauble, Graham Crawford, Olivia and Audrey Pratt; eleven nieces and nephews. His family and friends will always remember Pat for his strength, support, generosity, quick wit, Irish Catholic faith and for his love of family, community, country and the Chicago White Sox. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, September 24th, 11 a.m., in St. Coleman Catholic Church, 1200 S. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, Fl., 33062. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Pat's memory are suggested to St. Coleman Catholic Church. Arrangements entrusted to Kalis-McIntee Funeral & Cremation Center, 954-566-7621. Online condolences at KalisMcintee.com.

Published by Sun-Sentinel from Sep. 22 to Sep. 24, 2013.
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Pat will always be in my favourite story memories!!

Peter V. Lamantia

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September 16, 2023

Mary and I bless our memories of Pat and extend love to his family.

marc blumberg

Friend

September 15, 2023

I often think of Pat and smile, he was always a bright light and a I treasure my many fond memories of him. He will forever be missed. This world is a better place because he was a part of it. My thoughts and prayers go out to Tish and Family.

Elena Montoya

Friend

September 20, 2021

Just thinking of you all and praying your memories fill your hearts with peace. I didn´t know your dad well but I do know he created an awesome wife for my brother, mother, sister-in-law, aunt... love you Kris!

Laura Jo Pieper

September 15, 2021

Pat was a class act, he was a great friend and community leader. I was honored to have him as a friend. He told the best stories and always made me laugh. I often think of him when I hear 311 Amber as this was always his request for the juke box when the gang was together. Bless His Spirit. Sending Love and Blessings to The Family Today and Always ❤❤

Elena Montoya

Friend

September 15, 2020

Just stopping by to remember Pat. He was a good man and a kind neighbor. 59th Street is not the same without you and Tish.

Jamie Kluetz

Friend

September 16, 2019

Well Pat you got another pal to join you! Cocos filling you in if you missed anything!

Peter Lamantia

September 15, 2019

What a great guy. I think of Pat often. He will not be forgotten.

Marc Blumberg

Friend

September 15, 2019

lord have mercy on you Patrick may you rest in peace. Enjoyed the drink with you in Ft. Lauderdale a few years ago nice to have known you if only briefly

cormac moroney

January 2, 2014

In 1973 Pat hired me as his Girl Friday. He and John Guiney had just started HGCA and Pearl Miller, his secretary/bookkeeper was moving to WI. I worked for ADC & HGCA for 5 amazing years before moving to Phoenix. What great memories I have of Pat, Ron, John, Mike, horsemen, mutuel clerks, track employees - my sympathy to the Flavin girls and other family members.

Joan Robinson

December 26, 2013

I can not say enough good things about Pat. I worked for him at the Bahia Cabana many years ago. He was always more like family to me than he was a boss. I still think of him as family and I will always be here for any of his actually family. I really am in shock and I don't know what else to say. I just know that my life is better for having known him and I will miss him always.

Laura Cottone

December 23, 2013

Pat was my childhood best friend during the late 40s and 50s. Throughout the years I thought often about him and the good times we had together. He was a good guy and fun loving. May his memory be eternal.

George Tzakis

December 21, 2013

With deepest sympathy.He was a great guy

joey dEmaria

November 15, 2013

Can't think about pat in our lives, tish please free free to contact me at anytime to talk

October 29, 2013

Eleanor Flavin

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Eleanor Flavin

October 9, 2013

I have been praying for Tish & the boys along with the rest of Pat's family. He was a friend to all who knew him. I have many fond memories and smile every time I think of him. I feel blessed to have known him & to have called him my friend. I especially remember the time we all had June Goose together at the Ambrey and will always think of him during the boat show. I was always excited to be a part of any of his events and had never had so much fun on the golf course. He was truly a remarkable human being and will be missed by all. Sending my deepest condolences and blessings to all of his family and countless friends. God Bless You All. Sincerely Elena

Elena Evans

October 3, 2013

Meeting Pat only a few times as he was my brothers' father-in-law, I can say that he always made my family feel like part of his family. He brought smiles to everyone's' faces and made all situations better by just being there. He truly seemed to live for family and friends. Our love and prayers to all the Flavin family.

Laura Jo Pieper

October 3, 2013

Tish, so sorry to hear about Patrick.
My love and thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Teresa Baron

October 2, 2013

Good by Patrick & THANK you! May God continue to watch over, guide and protect your family as you did.

Jim McGrath

September 28, 2013

Tish, my deepest sympathies. Julie, Eleanor, Chris, my thoughts and prayer are with you and your brothers and sisters. I was fortunate enough to get to know Pat during my stint in racing. We shared a love for the West side of Chicago, passion for the White Sox and a pride in our Irish heritage. His joy for living was only matched by his pride in his family. I will cherish all of the memories from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale to Ireland. Truly one of the kindest and most interesting men in the world!
Julie

Julie Taylor

September 27, 2013

My condolences to the Flavin family

September 27, 2013

Dear Tish, Please know that I am holding you and your boys in thought and prayer; surrounding you with love and light. Love, Armeda

September 26, 2013

September 26, 2013

Tish. Keeping you and yours in my prayers! Just learned about Pat
He will be deeply missed! Love, Frank

September 25, 2013

Tish and family,
So sad to hear about Pat's passing....I am grateful to have known Pat for over 30 years. I have fond memories over those years starting from day one. I was organizing a seminar in Chicago with Dublin lawyers and professions showcasing business and real estate opportunities in Ireland. My friend Butch McGuire helped me add names and addresses of people he thought would be interested. Pat and many of his friends were on that list. Soon after I received a phone call from Pat's office with a generous invitation for all of the Irish visitors to come out to Maywood Racetrack for dinner and races....His hospitality was legendary, in many countries! I know he will be dearly missed, but his legacy will live on forever....GINA WILKINSON

September 25, 2013

Pat was a class act. The kind of man you wanted as a friend. My condolences go out to his family. He was one of a kind. There will never be another.

Mike Coli

September 25, 2013

Dear Tish, JJ and Shamus: On behalf of the entire Carr family, I want you to know how sorry we are to hear of Pat's passing. You know I would have been there for you and attended his service but we just found out yesterday. He and Mike are probably having a ball right now reminiscing of old family reunions. He will surely be missed. If you ever need someone to talk to, please give me a call. I know how hard this is but all of you will get through it. As someone told me after Mike passed away, always think of the happy times and share laughs and try not to think of any sadness. My kids and I have shared so many funny things about Mike and it makes it so much easier. We love all of you. Judy

September 25, 2013

A MENTOR TO MANY, A FRIEND TO MANY AND BOTH TO ME.
RIP...PAT. HOPE YOU ARE FLYING AROUND UP THERE ON A GOLDEN CLOUD.

September 25, 2013

Dear Tish,
My sympathy to you and the children. There will only be ONE "FLAVIN" for sure. Too many memories and crzies to mention. I will remember Pat the most for looking me in the eye in the early 70's and saying to me: "john, you can afford it, you will like it, so stay away from it"! He said many of his friends didn't and ruined their lives. I have always been and will be "drug free" !! Pat meant it, and I listened!
I have paid it forward many times !
God Bless,
John Gerbas

September 25, 2013

With great love , will misss you buddy

Greg Pope

September 25, 2013

Our hearts go out to the entire Flavin family-I only met Pat a few times but in knowing his daughters he raised some of the kindest most beautiful-hearted women I've ever met. We will pray for all of you especially our friends Julie, Harry and Graham

Liz Rhind

September 24, 2013

RIP my friend...:))

Joyce Angove

September 24, 2013

Truly one of the most wonderful men I have ever met... So sorry to hear of his passing

Joyce Angove

September 24, 2013

I am shocked at the loss of our dear loved one - please know my thoughts and prayers are with Tish and family during this most difficult time - Alice (California Pizza Kitchen)

September 24, 2013

Pat will surely be missed by any and all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Tish, and all your family, will be in our prayers always. Fondly, Buddy and Suzanne

Suzanne Beaulieu

September 24, 2013

Dear Tish, I was so sad to hear of the passing of your beloved husband. May remembering the cherished times you had together bring you and your wonderful sons peace. Robin Davis

September 24, 2013

Truly a remarkable man, he will be missed by all.

Marta Logusz

September 24, 2013

Dear Tish, My sympathies to you and your boys. Will be praying for all of you at this tough time.
Sue Bulfin

September 24, 2013

Dearest Pat - you were the finest, kindest, most generous person I have ever known - and even that is an understatement. A bright light has been dimmed, but the afterglow will always remain in those lives you touched! I'll never forget the smile on your face & the twinkle in your eye! With love & a broken heart...

Cindy Ellis

September 24, 2013

We will miss Pat dearly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Tish, JJ, Shamus, and Pat's girls and grandchildren. He will always have a special place in my heart!

Cristina Strobel

September 24, 2013

My heart goes out to the Flavin Family. Memories never fade if you hold them close to your heart. Our condolences,

Janet & Jim Gay

September 23, 2013

Pat, thank you for everything you did for so many people. Truly knew what living life to the fullest was all about. We will all miss you here at Pats Steakhouse for being a great man, and more importantly a better friend. Thankyou Mr. Flavin.
Cowboy Cory.

Pats Steakhouse

September 23, 2013

One of the finest people I ever met ever. Will miss you Pat. You will not be forgotten RIP......

Bill Elkin

September 23, 2013

September 23, 2013

I always adored Pat and his beautiful wife Tish and children JJ and Shamus. Special memories with Dennis and holidays with you. I am so very sorry. He looked winderful a few weeks ago. Mark actually told me, he and Shamus are face book friends. I called Jimmy Lambert too, shocked. I bet he and Dennis are already partying together in heaven. Ernie didn't know himw well but liked him very much. All our live prayers and thoughts to you and all your family. Xoxo. Live you, Ree, Ernie and Mark

Ree Cole Lee

September 23, 2013

Pat, you will truly be missed, rest in peace my friend.

Lou Bartolucci

September 23, 2013

Pat was a wonderful man who will be missed by all that knew him. He was one of the first people I met when I moved to Florida and I consider myself truly blessed to have known him. God bless you and your family.

Deb Bartolucci

September 23, 2013

I was so lucky to have spent a little time with this wonderful man. He was a true character and especially generous. My heartfelt condolences to Tish and the family.

Chip Crowley

September 23, 2013

Pat, Joe and I will miss you terribly. You always made us feel welcome in your home and accepted us for who we are. You are a great man with a great family and you will be missed dearly. I'll have a drink at the Ambry in your honor!

Jamie Kluetz

September 23, 2013

Pat was a great man that will be truly missed. Rest in Peace my friend. My prayers go out to your family at this difficult time. I'll always remember our chats.

Christy Neilly

September 23, 2013

Pat has touched our lives in a big way! We are thankful for the great times with him and the Flavin family. We are very blessed to be part of his life! Pat will be missed by so many. Love to the Flavin's.
The Dions

September 23, 2013

O my dearest Mr. Flavin...... have not seen you in awhile but have the fondest of memories! Driving around in limos with you, seeing you at Yesterday's, The Pump, The Keys and your end of the season bash at the Bahia Cabana the "Good ol Days". I think of you every year this time as I take out my September 11th little pin you made everyone and wear it proudly. God Bless your family and I will miss you greatly!

Kelly Murphy

September 23, 2013

I have heard so much about Pat Flavin over the years and what a wonderful and extraordinary man. I'm so sorry to hear of his loss for all in his family
Patti Bidwill

September 23, 2013

Buy Patrick you will be sadly missed , we had some great times together.

Joanne Banks

September 23, 2013

You touched many lives Pat, and you will be missed!!

Jenny Kristeff

September 23, 2013

U we're truly a great person Pat Flavin ! RIP my friend.
Jackie Galloway Ft Ldle

September 23, 2013

With prayers and condolences,

Larry LaSusa

September 22, 2013

Dear Tish, Susan, and all of your sisters, and Seamus and JJ, and John, and the rest of the sons-in-laws, and your respective families--we are so very sorry for this HUGE loss of a great man in your lives, and in the lives of those who Pat touched, and that was many! May his legacy live on through all of you! Thinking of you all! love and hugs---Beth (Finney) and Tony Naughtin, and boys xo

Beth and Tony Naughtin

September 22, 2013

Tish,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Carol McMillan

September 22, 2013

What can be said....Pat was one of the kindest people I have ever known and the best person I have ever worked for...RIP my friend. You will not be forgotten and part if conversations around here for a long time....?

September 22, 2013

Rest on peace Mr Flavin!
You were adored and loved by so many!

Marcie Kouros

September 22, 2013

There is no words to describe how heavy our hearts are! We lost a fabulous person and friend. There will never be another Pat Flavin. We will miss him dearly. Our prayers go out to the Flavin Family.

Lynn Marcocchio

September 22, 2013

I am still just out of my mind about this. Pat was more then a friend he was a mentor , god bless anyone like him, although I just don't think you will find them, Greg Pope

Gerg Pope

September 22, 2013

Tish and family,
We send our deepest sympathy from Rhode Island, he was a special guy.
Maureen and Leo, North Kingtown,RI and Ft Lauderdale

September 22, 2013

Pat was a very good man to many. He will be missed. Tammy Fitzgerald

September 22, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Patty Danielson

September 22, 2013

You will be missed
I will always remember the good times in Chicago and Lauderdale
Howie weinberg

September 22, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

charles {stacie) Capone

September 22, 2013

Pat is doing OK now, it's just us who aren't; but we will be because he would expect it of us. So raise a glass, make no fuss, and find a smile, because Pat always liked that part. Me/Marcia Patch

September 22, 2013

Joseph Keeley

September 22, 2013

I will always remember how well he took care of everyone around him. Ft Lauderdale won't be the same. -Jetter Riggs

Jetter Riggs

September 22, 2013

Pat you touched many lives and left them all smiling. You will be missed.

Much Love, Tommy & Kerri Tucker

Kerri Gropper-Tucker

September 22, 2013

So sorry for the loss of Mr Flavin.
He will be deeply missed.

Mr & Mrs Douglas Mills

September 22, 2013

Love you Pat thank you for you friendship
Linc

Robert Lincoln

September 22, 2013

One of a kind and a real gentleman. It was a pleasure knowing Pat

Darrell House

September 22, 2013

Tish, Please accept my heartfelt sympathies during this sad time. May many happy memories comfort you as you begin the healing process. My thoughts and prayers are with you, JJ, Shamus and the entire Flavin family.

Vicki Brandt

September 22, 2013

Pat, RIP you were a man I was always proud to tell everyone you were my dear friend! My condolences!!

Peter Lamantia

September 22, 2013

Dear Tish, Eleanor, Susan, Julie, Kris, Mary Kate, JJ, and Shamus,
We are saddened at Pat's passing. We remember many fun times at Ryan Family reunions over the years, and Pat's generous hospitality and open door. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Karen, Ted and family

September 22, 2013

Pat was like a second father to me growing up. I not only had great respect but absolutely adored him. I am so saddened by his passing but I am so grateful that I too have many fond memories of him to smile about. My prayers and thoughts go out to the entire family.

Dianna Dobrilla

September 22, 2013

He will be missed by many! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Ambry Family

September 22, 2013

i did not know Pat well but on the occasions that i visited the US i came to appreciate him as a great raconteur and a true gentleman. he will be missed...

Janice baldwin

September 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Matthew McGrane

September 22, 2013

Dear Mary Kate, Rich, Olivia, Audrey, and the whole Flavin family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts, and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May God's blessings, and your beautiful memories help to heal your heart.

Patty Lindgren

September 22, 2013

I worked with and for Pat for several years back in the 1970's. It was one of the most memorable times of my 63 years of life so far. He was just lots of fun and working for his company in Palatine was an adventure every day. I have never forgotten those times. My heart and prayers go out to his family at this sad time. God Bless You.

Leann Harding

September 22, 2013

Pat was larger than life and a great friend to me for many years. He will be missed. My condonences to the Flavin family. Respectfully, Marc and Mary Blumberg

Marc Blumberg

September 22, 2013

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