Patrick S. Ranahan

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Patrick Ranahan Obituary

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Patrick S. Ranahan passed away suddenly July 23, 2014 at the age of 45. Pat was the oldest child and only son born to Michael and Dede Ranahan on August 26, 1968. Patrick is survived by his parents and three sisters: Megan (Britt)Mace, Marisa (Keith) Farnsworth, Kerry (David) Joiner; 6 nieces and nephews: Aidan, Ashton, Sam, Elise, Regan and Ayla; 2 great grandmothers Evelyn Moon and Rosemary Ranahan along with many aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss him. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers; John Ranahan and Charles Moon. Patrick grew up in San Ramon, California, graduated with a degree in creative writing from Hampshire College in 1992 and most recently resided in Roseville, CA close to family. Pat was a creative man who enjoyed writing and music and always sought out opportunities to share both art forms with friends and family. The kids adored him and knew that Uncle Pat would always have a smile and an instrument to share. A celebration of Patrick's life will be held Sunday, September 7 at 12:00p.m at the Blue Goose Event Center in Loomis, CA. Bring a friend, an instrument, or your own stories about Patrick. Donations may be made to Placer SPCA to fulfill Pat's great concern for animals including his 4 legged friend, Lexi.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Aug. 1, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Ranahan

14 Entries

Eric WALBRECHER

February 2, 2015

Pat was a huge part of some of my greatest memories, when he came to Chico to live with Greg & I we 3 never missed a chance to seize the day, his art work 4 parents weekend shirts was genius. Laughter, mischief, and a brotherly love was the memories that still burn the brightest! Much love & prayers from this old retired paramedic-ERIC WALBRECHER

Melanie Thompson

August 12, 2014

Sorry to hear this sad news .
Thoughts with family and friends

Erin Ranahan

August 5, 2014

Dear Pat--I was so lucky to grow up with you as my oldest and funniest cousin. You were a natural at entertaining, with a sincere smile and an infectious laugh. I can still remember jokes you made at Christmases past. We've seen you overcome so much since, and you were having such an awesome year, a lot of which we were fortunate enough to see through your eyes on facebook--from your awesome experiences at concerts, to your love for Lexi, to snippets of you playing your own music--with your nieces, nephews and anywhere you could, from church to old folks homes. I always admired you and always will. We love and miss you our King and Chief of the Ranahan cousins! I hope you and your Grandpas are having some laughs up there. XO

Molly Kottke

August 4, 2014

I will forever miss Patrick's warm smile and contagious laugh. He was like a cousin to me. I loved him very much!

Mary Lacalle

August 4, 2014

Patrick: You have been such a light in my life and in the lives of so many at Unity of Roseville, where you worked for over 2 years as our wonderful Sound Technician. You not only worked, but you played with us and brought such a beautiful light and sense of humor. You touched my life, and I miss you, terribly. You remain in my prayers and in the prayers of all of us at Unity of Roseville, where you will be remembered, always. Love you and miss you, Rev. Mary

Steve Bristow

August 3, 2014

To the Ranahan Family... our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Patrick and I played Trumpet for many years together...it all started at Pine Valley the through CAl High jazz band. RIP brother - Steve Bristow & Family

August 2, 2014

Your bright mind at work. In 1983, when you and cousin Paul were at my office in San Francisco and you spotted the phone booth next to the mail box on Union Street. You got the phone number, then dialed the number from my office while watching from my second floor window. What fun you had with strangers on the street that answered that phone before you requested they get you out of the mail box ... so many actually opened the mail box to look for you ... I remember one even saying he would have to put down the phone to reach in and save you.
Fun memories to lighten the shock of losing you. Love you Patrick, Uncle Dennis

Lauren Johnson

August 2, 2014

So glad we got to reconnect through facebook after all these years. May you find peace in your new home with the angels. We all have another angel to watch over us. Rest in peace.

Angie Lopez

August 1, 2014

I have treasured memories of our time at Cal High and our 25 year class reunion. I'm glad we reconnected on fb. Rest in peace and fly with the angels.

Angela Barry

August 1, 2014

Oh Pat, I keep replaying those earlier days when we were kids listening to KMEL... thinking how cool u were as a kid at Pine Valley. Lol!! And another flashback I have is of us kids hanging out in a motor home or camper one day... who's I don't know, but it was on the street. Weird. Not sure if Megan remembers this too or not. As we got older and u graduated, I would keep tabs on you through ur sister. Thanks to facebook over the last few years I got to talk to you here and there myself, which was always nice. :) I am still so shocked about ur passing and am in disbelief. I know that you are at peace now and looking down upon us all with that grin and laugh that I remember.

To the Ranahan Family... my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Xoxo

Katie DeAngelis

August 1, 2014

Dear Pat,
May your heart and soul be at peace. May you play music and shine from above. We love you and will always cherish our memories with you and your entire family. Xo

August 1, 2014

PatI love you so much! You will live forever in my heart. Mom

August 1, 2014

Pat I love you so much! You will always kuve in my heart.

August 1, 2014

Dear Pat,
I'll forever treasure in my heart our last conversation about your dog and the smiles you shared with Aidan and Ashton just a few weeks ago. Love Megan

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