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Patrick McGettigan Obituary
PATRICK J., May 4, 2004, beloved husband of Anne E. (nee Haughton); devoted father of Theresa, Brigid and Annemarie; also survived by his parents, Jim and Una; his brother, Edward (Kathleen) and his sister, Mary (Pat) Kane; 5 godchildren, many nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends, members of Phila. Police Dept. of which he was an active member of the Highway Patrol are invited to his Viewing Mon., 4 P.M. until time of his Funeral Mass at 7 P.M., at St. Cecilia Church, 535 Rhawn St., Phila. Funeral procession will meet Tuesday 10 A.M. at above Church for Pat's Burial at Resurrection Cem. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to The Children of Pat and Anne. (M. F. GALLO, 215-533-3569)
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Memories and Condolences
for Patrick McGettigan
charles (skip) saltzgueber
May 25, 2004
Pat was a very good person, having served in highway patrol with him I valued his presence. my apoligy for not making the viewing but my mother had a health emergancy. My condolences to the family and I know pat is in heaven, there is a special seat next to god for him.
Barbara Welsh
May 12, 2004
Pat was a great guy, with a smile that lit up the room, and certainly has left a lifelong impression on many folks. Know that many people near and far are with you in support and prayer during this incredibly difficult time.
murray family
May 11, 2004
it makes u wonder why GOD takes one of the best pat always had a smile and and a hello for you he will be missed by all who knew him too his family are prayers are with you only GOD knows why
Anne Craig-Ballisty
May 10, 2004
Dear Una and Jimmy
So very sorry to hear of your son Patricks death 'may he rest in Peace. Our sincere sympathy to all of your family and his wife Anne and girls,,Love and prayers, Anne and Al Ballisty
William Beck
May 10, 2004
Anne and Girls were are greatly saddened by the loss of Pat. He was a good friend and co-worker. I will especially miss his giggle when he had a good hand at our card games and his usual cigar. Pat will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
Billy, Robyn, Ashley amd Billy
Antoinette
May 10, 2004
anne & family:
I am truly sorry to hear about Patrick. Though I never knew Patrick, I feel that I did through you. Anne, having known you through work, knowing the type of caring & loving person you are, I can imagine Patrick being just like you-absolutely amazing.
I know he will be missed dearly by you, your family & friends, & wanted you to know, should you need anything, anything at all, do not hesitate to call. Keeping you & your family in my prayers.
Patricia Kwait
May 10, 2004
Anne, Theresa, Brigid, and Annemarie, I cannot tell you how shocked and saddened I was to here of the news of Pat. I saw the love and happiness he brought to your lives. He will be greatly missed.
Patricia, Amanda, and Julianne Kwait
KAREN, CATHY, SR.HELEN, ANNA, JEN
May 9, 2004
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. IT WAS OUR HONOR TAKING CARE OF PAT.YOU AND YOUR GIRLS WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, PAT WILL ALWAYS BE AN ANGEL IN OUR EYES. LOVE YOUR NURSES FROM 2A.
Rose Timlin
May 8, 2004
Anne and girls, I was so saddened to hear of the death of Pat. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Karen Gallo
May 7, 2004
Pat was such a wonderful man, father and husband and our world is less happy for having lost him. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen, Joe, Jake & Isabel Gallo
Lisa Rigefsky
May 7, 2004
Dear Anne and girls,
I just wanted to express my condolences to you and all of your family for the loss of Pat. We are all thinking of you and praying for you.
Kathryn Quigley
May 7, 2004
Pat was a great guy. He was funny, a good dad and loving husband. He liked NASCAR and a good cigar. I think he was very, very brave. I was happy that he married my good friend Annee and proud that he was such a wonderful father to Theresa, Brigid and Annemarie, who will never forget him.
Bridget & George Peachey
May 7, 2004
Anne, Theresa, Brigid and Annmarie,
Please accept our condolences at this time. Praying that faith and family & wonderful loving memories will help you and your children continue.
Bridget, George
Alexandria, Brigid & Christina Peachey
Donna McGowan
May 7, 2004
Patrick was a wonderful friend and a good police officer. However, the thing that I will remember the most about Patrick was his smile and his ability to play with his children even when he wasn't feeling his best. He battled a horrible disease yet he was a wonderful father and husband. He will be missed. You were a good friend to our family Patrick and you will be missed. Love, Donna
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