Patrick Joseph Boyle

Patrick "Pat" Boyle was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and passed away in Palo Alto, California. Pat immigrated to San Mateo with his family in 1955, where he would be a fixture in the community until his death. A devoted husband, father, uncle and grandfather, Pat's love, humor and service to community were an example for all. Early on, Pat served as Cub Master for San Mateo Troop 132 and Vice President of the Fiesta Gardens Homeowners Association. More recently, Pat watched over his sons and their growing families, sharing his immeasurable pride in them with anyone who asked. Still, the stories Pat enjoyed telling and retelling the most were of his adventures with his Sherlee, his "sweetheart", his "doll-face" and his unwavering companion of 48 years. Pat graduated from Serra High School in 1965, and went on to serve for four years in the United States Army. He would go on to serve the hairstyling needs of countless customers-turned-dear-friends over his fifty one years in the hotel barbershop. Anyone lucky enough to sit in his chair could count on a flawless cut paired with abiding wisdom, razor-sharp wit and the warmest smile. For so many in San Mateo and the greater Bay Area, Pat was more than a barber - he was part of a cherished routine; a visit with a friend and confidante that would leave you turning heads wherever you went. Pat is survived by his wife Sherlee, sons Ryan (Korinne) and Colin (Mike), grandsons Joshua and Logan, and his siblings Robert, James (Nancy), Gemma Fahy (Martin) and countless nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Saturday, January 18 at 11:00 AM. Sneider, Sullivan & O'Connell; 977 El Camino Real; San Mateo, CA 94402. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: St. Jude Children's Hospital or the World Wildlife Foundation.