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Patrick Cuny Obituary
Pat was born Nov. 28, 1923 to Charles and Alvina (Garcia) Cuny Sr. at Cuny Table. On April 1, 1943, he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He was stationed in the European Theatre, where he achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant with the 262 D Infantry Regiment, 66th Division. He was a leader of a rifle squad composed of 12 enlisted men engaged in combat operations. Uncle Pat received the Good Conduct Medal, EAMET Ribbon, American Theatre Ribbon, Victory Ribbon and the Purple Heart Medal from wounds he received in the European African Middle Eastern Theatre on Feb. 18, 1945. He was honorably discharged from military service on April 6, 1946.
Pat was an all around cowboy all his life. After WWII ended, Pat worked in Wyoming in the coal mines for two years. Following this line of work, he came back home and worked on several different ranches over many years. Some of these ranches included large ranching operations such as the Western Cattle Co., D & H Witte, Wilson Ranch and the McGinley Ranch in Nebraska. Pat announced many rodeos in the area and loved to announce the 4-H rodeo shows. He was known by all the kids who later grew up to love him.
He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews who will deeply miss him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters.
A visitation/vigil service will begin at 5 p.m., with 7 p.m. rosary services today at Edstrom & Rooks Funeral Services. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 14, at the Hermosa Fairgrounds Arena. Mr. Charles McGaa and Mr. Brent Cuny will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery, Cuny Table.
Friends may sign his online guest register and offer condolences at www.serenityspringsfuneralchapel.com.
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Don McLaughlin
July 14, 2011
A smile always came to my face when he was around. I will miss that.
July 14, 2011
Deepest condolences. I knew Pat since I was 12 years old. He helped my dad, Rudy Burney, on Cuny Table and extended support during the time Rudy farmed up there. I was unaware of the funeral today or would have certainly been there.
Phil Burney
July 14, 2011
I only met you Uncle Pat about 7 years ago and was happy to meat you and hear the stories you told me about my dad Tom Wright one of your older brothers. I enjoyed my time I got to spend with you. Tell my dad and all my uncles and aunt along with my grandparents we see you all some day. Love Debbie Wright Robinette
July 14, 2011
My prayers going out to all the family and friends :(... Dee Torrez....(T.O. Ca.)
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Kevin Pourier
July 13, 2011
I've known Pat my whole life! Pat's laugh is what I remember from the earliest memory of him. He was one of the best guys I've ever known and will truly miss him........ I knew when ever I saw Pat there would be some good laughs! See ya on the other side! Rest in Peace Kola.
Ruth Teller
July 13, 2011
Pat Cuny was 'one of a kind', they don't come any better.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his friends and family. Ruth B. Teller, Mesa, AZ
Darlene Twiss
July 13, 2011
We will miss you Uncle Pat, tell all the loved ones up there that we miss them too. Thoughts and prayers going out to Melvin and Tudy and all the relatives. Love you all.
July 13, 2011
WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT PAT,PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES.SHIRLEY BALE,JOHN AND ROBIN AND FAMILY,CHARLOTTE BALE AND FAMILY
Rex Perrigo
July 13, 2011
Was a good friend of my husband, as well as his family. Our prayers are with you and your family.
your friends to the IHS
July 13, 2011
Pat was a nice individual who was a good listener, he made a good impact on everyone he met, with his smile and his outgoing personality. I send my condolences to his friends and family. He will be missed and not forgotten.
Kim Loberg-Dumire
July 13, 2011
We will miss that laugh, and was proud to have called him Unc.
July 13, 2011
A true american hero.
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