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Patrick Nevens Obituary
1968 - 2010
Patrick Nevens, born February 8, 1968 passed away Thursday, November 18th 2010 of a heart attack.
Patrick is survived by his wife Marla, honorary children Job and Heather, Mothers Sue, Teresa and Vera, siblings Michael, John and Mary, and all their loving friends and animals.
Patrick was well known for his extensive athletic achievements at Enterprise High and Shasta College. An avid fisherman and accomplished athlete, more importantly, Pat was a faithful husband, loyal friend, loving father figure and brother.
All are invited to his memorial service at Cow Creek Community Church, past Foothill High School at 10168 Deschutes Rd. in Palo Cedro, CA at 4:00 p.m. this Friday, December 10th.
Donations to help cover costs can be brought to the memorial service or deposited in the
Patrick Nevens Memorial Fund at U.S Bank on Placer St. in Redding.
For more information, call (530) 613-2025 or email [email protected]">[email protected]">[email protected]">[email protected].
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Amy Boales
December 21, 2010
Our deepest condolences to Pat's family. Corey and I have only fond memories of Pat. He was a kind and sweet person. God Bless him and keep him in HIS Grace. Sorry we could not attend services, as the news just reached us today.....
Ed Gonzales
December 15, 2010
I played golf with Pat a few times, he could hit a pitching wedge 200 yards! God rest your soul young Patrick. See you in that heavenly clubhouse.
Clint Hatton
December 15, 2010
My prayers go out to the family, may the Lord bring peace and comfort during this difficult time.
I played football with Pat at Shasta College and we also worked together selling electronics at Sears. Pat was obviously more known for basketball and track & field...but he has to have been one of the greatest athletes to ever play place kicker in the history of college football! At work we had many laughs (and arguments!). After the shock of hearing the news, seeing a recent photo just made me smile. Whether you were happy with him or irritated...you always ended up with a laugh and a smile when it came to Pat because you just couldn't stay mad at him. It's his laughter I'll remember most...
Kimberly Stephens
December 13, 2010
Mary I am so sorry for your loss. May God's presence bring you solace and peace during this time for you and your family.
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Mary (Nevens)
December 12, 2010
Dear Friends of Pat and the Nevens family,
This is Mary, Pat's sister.
Seeing your messages is the greatest gift. Thank you so much for taking the time and heart to write something here. It means the world to us. Each memory shared gives us a piece of our brother we could have never known without you. Thank you so very much.
Thank you also to those of you who were able to attend his memorial service. It was wonderful seeing so many of you that were so special to Pat. Thank you for your presence and your kind words. Your attendance was a true blessing.
Missing Pat with you.
In God's love,
Mary
Blair Silkwood
December 11, 2010
Prayers go out to his family. Pat was a very special person. He had heart of a true hornet.
Jack Frost
December 11, 2010
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Pat. May God's peace that surpasses all understanding bring you peace.
Dave and Shirley Mello
December 11, 2010
We are very sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Our prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.
December 10, 2010
Our condolences go out to Pats family. We shared many great times on the basketball court and softball field with Pat. He will be missed. Derrick & Jo Steele
Jenneth Heflin
December 10, 2010
To Pat's family know my prayers are with you at this time. Danny sent me this notice and we both are so sadden. Pat was a part of and happy memories of great school years. Please know you are thought of at this time.
Darlene Garland Ferreira
December 10, 2010
To Teresa, family and friends.. I was shocked to hear of your great loss of Patrick. May he rest in peace. May you remember and cherish all the beautiful things about Patrick to help you through these difficult times.
Donnie Schnetzer
December 9, 2010
I send my deepest condolences. So sorry to lose another 1986 EHS classmate and friend. I was a big fan of his at all EHS basketball games. He let me know that while I was racing at Shasta Speedway in the late 90's that he was my biggest fan. What an honor. I will miss his personality. There are not many people like him. I am sure his family already knows that. He will be greatly missed. God Bless.
Travis, Jessica, Tanner & Kennedy Delaney
December 9, 2010
The Delaney family offers condolences to all that knew and loved Pat. We are sincerely sorry about your loss and will pray for the healing of your hearts.
Rose Silva
December 8, 2010
Mike and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.I love you guys and will pray for your strength.
Daniel Ray
December 8, 2010
My deepest condolences on the loss of Pat. I didn't know him well, but the view times I did meet him he put a smile on my face (and a little terror in my heart for his imposing physique) I know he will be missed. My prayers and God's blessings to the Nevens Family
Rose Perez
December 7, 2010
I want to pass my condolences to Patrick family. I am so sorry for you lost. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Michael Nevens
December 7, 2010
Dear friends of Pat -
This is Pat's brother, Michael. I just wanted to thank you so much for taking the time to express your memories of Pat. It is so VERY encouraging to be reminded of the positive way he was involved in each of your lives over the years.
Thank you again - and If you wouldn't mind, maybe you could help us spread the word about Pat's memorial service this Friday... working on short notice and all. Perhaps we will see you there.
Feel free to call or text if you have any questions or thoughts for us.
Michael
(530) 613-2025
Jay Martin
December 7, 2010
All the best to the Nevens family!You have a son that makes so many people smile!
December 7, 2010
Dear Vera: Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and condolences in the death of Patrick. I read his obituary in the newspaper and saw your name too. I also called Carol Hullinger to make sure this was a relative of yours, so then I could send this message. Please know that you and the family are in my prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Your friend,
Lorrie Schmidt (Babcock), Red Bluff, CA
(I used to work in WP at CH2M HILL)
Scott Lyon
December 7, 2010
Met Pat in English class at Nova(he taught me how to spell "beginning" right every time) -- funniest guy in the class and kept us laughing all through EHS.
He'd have the same big smile on his face whenever I saw him after EHS, too.
My condolences to the families.
Joe Weekley
December 6, 2010
My condolences to the Nevens family.
We still talk about the ball Pat hit over the left field fence at Tiger Field. Word was that it landed on the other side of Cypress Avenue. I enjoyed coaching him...
December 6, 2010
I remember Pat from 9th grade. Also EHS. We shared spanish class at Nova High School with Mr. Sloan. A big part of the class was picking names, Pat was "Patricio" in class. ...Somehow I was given the name of "Felipe", not sure how that happened. Pat thought that was pretty funny.
Pat had a great sense of humor. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing, my condolences to his family.
Barry Sutter
Ron McFarland-Rossiter
December 6, 2010
My sympathy goes out to the Nevens family. I went to Enterprise with Pat. He was a great guy and a super basketball player. He made some really spectacular plays. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Hoeppner McConnell
December 6, 2010
I went to school with Pat starting in the 7th grade at Trinity Lutheran School. He was my greatest fan and was the first to record me singing. I'll miss you Pat. XO - Kath
December 6, 2010
To Pat's family - my sincere condolences. I remember the West Valley bleachers being filled for an Enterprise game. Not to watch the game so much as to watch Pat deliver one of his trademark dunks. I still recall the home run he hit when I coached him. Over the fence and bouncing across Cypress Avenue.
Joe Weekley
Jerry Janssen
December 6, 2010
I was your teacher in 7th and 8th grade at Trinity Lutheran. A good student and a great athlete. My sympathy to the family.
Jerry Janssen
Mike Moynahan
December 6, 2010
Pat was one of the finest athletes I ever worked with in track and field at Enterprise High School. His work ethic and strong competitive spirit complemented his athletic abilities both as an athlete and as a leader to others at the school and in the community. As he and I traveled to athletic events around the country Pat made many friends on the track as well as the communities in which we stayed...he was well loved for his sense of humor and concern for others. He was a National Champion in the decathlon at the prestigious Golden West invitational in 1986 as well as a Hall of Fame athlete at Enterprise High School. My deepest sympathy for his family...he will be missed and remembered.
Brenda Gay Lewis
December 6, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Nevens family. Pat was always such a nice guy. We went to Grace Baptist Elem. together and also High School. I will always remember his great smile.
December 6, 2010
Farewell Pat much to young my old friend, see you again.
Danny Heflin Grace Baptist Elem. 5th and 6th grades.
December 6, 2010
Pat I am so happy to have had alot of laughs with you. My deepest sympathy to your family. May you rest in peace...
Diane B Hill
Kent Fiscus
December 6, 2010
I am so blessed to have met you Pat and will fondly remember all of our 'Fish stories'.
Eric Shaw
December 6, 2010
Pats gone fishing without us for now. If you knew Pat, please come and help us CELEBRATE his life on friday the 10th. Pat was a true friend and I miss him very much.
Dwayne Lindsey
December 6, 2010
To the family of Pat I send my Condolences. Pat was not only a teammate in basketball and track but a true friend in high school. Your memories will live on forever Pat. Godd Bless.
Steve Wilson
December 5, 2010
I will miss you Patrick...
John Rodney
December 5, 2010
To the famalies of Pat. I give my deepest sympathies and compassion for the loss of your loved one.
I first met Pat as an athlete at Shasta College. I remember his young cocky attitudes, his drive to compete in track & field events of which we shared many. He was a fine young man, and I believe those qualities that make a person competitive, team players, are qualities Pat carried with him through his life. God Bless
Robert Haselhuhn
December 5, 2010
we will miss you greatly my brother..Robert Haselhuhn, Redding Kia..
Jeanne Martin
December 5, 2010
I went to Enterprise High School with Pat and we had several classes together over our 3 years there and shared a lot of laughs when he, Chris Price and I went through Driver's Training together. The car we were assigned was some compact thing and he kept moving his seat further and further back because of those damn long legs of his and would take up all of the back seat leg room for Chris, the other girl with us, and me. Ha, ha.
Whenever I'd see Pat around, he always had a huge smile on his face and never seemed to let problems keep him down for very long.
I no longer live in Redding, otherwise, I'd like to attend the services. My condolences go out to his family. The Pat Nevens I remember was a fantastic guy. This is very sad. Sincerely, Jeanne Martin
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