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Patrick O'Hara Obituary
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for Patrick O'Hara
November 21, 2019
Charlie Larson Pat and I worked very closely on the Gerber account. Pat had a great feel for the character of the Gerber brand. We would often travel to Fremont together. I remember one trip where we had enough people to charter an aircraft. On the way back to Chicago we hit some mean turbulence. The martini Pat was holding flew out of his glass up to the bulkhead. Pat quickly followed the liquid with his glass and captured every drop of it when gravity took over again. Then he smiled and took a sip.
November 21, 2019
Vince Izzo Liz Graves Thanks for posting this, Liz. So sorry to learn about Pat. One of the first jobs I worked on as an assistant editor was a Hamms Beer package with Pat O'Hara. Then many others with him as an editor. Always a smile. He was a wonderful man who cared deeply about the work. One of the great professionals of the time. My deepest sympathy to Pat's family and friends.
November 20, 2019
Lloyd Stein
Lloyd Stein Regardless of the intensity of the moment, Pat always entered the room with a smile...and left the meeting the same way. Terrific guy.
November 20, 2019
Judy Linklater He was kind. He was fair. He was thoughtful. He was easygoing. He made people smile when they saw him. And he had a great sense of humor.
November 20, 2019
Larry Moss I was a huge fan of Pat. Talent, kindness and mentoring all in one.
November 20, 2019
Charlie Larson Pat and I worked very closely on the Gerber account. Pat had a great feel for the character of the Gerber brand. We would often travel to Fremont together. I remember one trip where we had enough people to charter an aircraft. On the way back to Chicago we hit some mean turbulence. The martini Pat was holding flew out of his glass up to the bulkhead. Pat quickly followed the liquid with his glass and captured every drop of it when gravity took over again. Then he smiled and took a sip.
November 20, 2019
Anita Giardino A wonderful human. He was a great mentor.
November 20, 2019
Laurie Irwin
Laurie Irwin What a lovely man!
November 20, 2019
Chris Strange Lovely man he was.
November 20, 2019
Gary Moss What a class professional and an even better human being. I am so grateful to have worked with Pat. RIP
November 20, 2019
Lawrence Walters Sad news Patrick was a very creative kind soul. I feel bless that I got to work with such a talent man, who showed us young pups the way.
November 20, 2019
Lloyd Stein One of the nicest, most positive people I met in all my years at JWT. RIP, Pat.
November 20, 2019
Mike Kalasunas Everybody loved Pat.
November 20, 2019
Dinny Cosyns Wonderful human being. I was fortunate to have worked with him at J. Walter. Thanks for sharing.
November 20, 2019
So sorry to hear about Pat. He was a wonderful man and so kind and helpful to new young writers like me. Still remember many a lunch at Louie's. R. I.P., Pat.
November 20, 2019
Cathy Liepe Maas Oh no. He was always one of my favorites and so kind when I was just starting out.
November 20, 2019
Dick Gillespie
Dick Gillespie Oh man, really loved the guy, always a pleasant experience meeting with him or lunching at Louie's.
November 20, 2019
Roy Skillicorn such sad news....he was a gem of a human
November 20, 2019
Betsey Dalbeck Thank you for sharing Liz! I'll always remember his kind eyes! God speed, Pat.
November 20, 2019
Liz Graves Sharing this post from main FB page by Mike Leary. Pat was such a funny, patient and lovely guy.
L M
March 3, 2019
Great talent will not be forgotten by our God, Mr O`Hara will be with you as promised by our loving Father
Janet Robinson Kleve
February 1, 2019
Pat hired me right out of college. As my first Creative Director, he set the bar for not only having a creative spirit, but also for displaying kindness, patience, and fairness, along with a sense of humor. I am forever grateful for what he taught me. Sending my condolences and prayers.
Dick McCulough
February 1, 2019
Pat was one of the great professional talents of the ad business. I knew and loved him at JWT on many brands and at K&E before that, where he designed a legendary brand campaign for Pabst Beer. And what a painter!! Most gentle man I ever knew.
Bob Pegler
February 1, 2019
I am so proud and honored that Patrick was my Godfather. He and my father, Don Pegler, were best of friends. Whenever I spent time with him he always had a huge smile on his face and made everyone around him feel better. He will be greatly missed.
February 1, 2019
Mr. O'hara was a "student" in my painting class at Oakton Community College in Skokie. I responded to his artwork with some reactions and questions but overall I learned more from him than he could have learned from me. One of the "perks" of my job : meeting with and knowing amazing artists like Mr. O'hara. He was also a constant "reality check" as I got older and the students (seemingly) got younger.
Many times after giving an announcement or lecture demo I would expect the students to have a reaction or questions. I wasn't sure if I had made my point or if there was something I could add or address.
As time has gone on students rarely take good notes. They photograph my diagrams or even desire to just video my presentations. But typically no questions. This would baffle me.
Looking over to "Pat" our eyes would meet , he would give a quick nod and a smile and my sanity would be restored.
We have missed him for several semesters.
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Jeff
January 31, 2019
Always kind, always smiling, since the first day I met him back in 1968.
Laura Frerichs
January 31, 2019
He was extraordinarily kind to me when I was a very green assistant account executive at JWT. I will always remember his humor and patience. Godspeed, Patrick. Prayers to his family.
Anita
January 31, 2019
A beautiful man, indeed. And a wonderful mentor.
Laurie Hoppe
January 31, 2019
Dear Gary and Kathleen (Martin, Rosie and Harry, too): I'm sorry for your loss, but moved by the love and tenderness you felt for Mr. O'Hara. You're in my prayers.
The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia
January 31, 2019
Our sympathy and special prayers for Patrick and all his friends and family.
Simkins Funeral Home
January 31, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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