Daniel Patrick

PATRICK Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com Daniel L. Patrick, Jr., 89, of Jacksonville. Florida passed away October 7, 2011 at Community Hospice McGraw Center. He was born June 5, 1922 to the late Daniel L. Sr. and Annie L. Patrick in Statesboro, Georgia. He was preceded in death by brothers Douglas Patrick and Richard Patrick and daughter-in-law Valerie Patrick. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Margie Stanfill Patrick; daughter Cynthia P. Shoffner (Charles); his two sons Daniel L. Patrick, III (Kimberly) and Richard O. Patrick; six grandchildren Matthew (Erin), Brittany, Christopher, Paul, Sarah and Michael; brothers Norris and Rawls Patrick; sister Virginia Marsh (Mike) and many loving and caring family members and friends. As a young man Dan proudly served in the U.S. Navy. After completing college he embarked on a successful career as a Certified Public Accountant. In his later years he was part owner of Atlantic Coast Marine. Dan loved the water and fishing and spent many days enjoying the great outdoors. He was also an avid Florida Gator fan. Dan was a member of Ft. Caroline Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and Treasurer. He was also actively involved in many civic organizations over the years including Gideons International, Shriners and the Jacksonville Jaycees. Dan was truly a Godly man, devoted husband and loving father and grandfather. He was a friend to all who knew him and will be missed by those who were touched by his life. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Dans life on Monday October 10 at 11:00AM at Ft. Caroline Baptist Church with visitation one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Dan can be made to Gideons International, 1738 Kings Ave., Jacksonville, Florida 32207-8637 or Ft. Caroline Baptist Church Building Fund, 11428 McCormick Rd., Jacksonville, Florida 32225-1829.