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Patrick Alexander Obituary
He was born Feb. 4, 1943, in Adrian, the son of Harvey and Hazel (Jarrett) Alexander. Patrick was a graduate of Adrian High School, Class of 1961. He worked for 36 years at Peerless Gear in Clinton and Salem, Ind. He was a huge Detroit Tigers fan. He enjoyed playing golf and fishing.
Patrick loved to bake and cook as well as woodworking. He owned and operated Crossroads Alpaca Farm in Fredericksburg, Ind.
Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Hazel Alexander; one sister, Peggy Sue Alexander; and stepfather, Tom Dempsey.
He is survived by his children, Corinne (William) Schlueter and Keith (Kimberly) Alexander and their mother, Eileen Schlueter; one sister, Suzanne Miller; two brothers, Brad Dempsey and Jeff (Sheri) Dempsey; and three grandchildren, Cole Weirich, Jarett Weirich and Sara Schlueter.
A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, Sept. 28, 2020, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Jerry's Pub, 650 Egan Highway, Brooklyn, MI 49230. Dinner will be provided at 6 p.m. Please RSVP via text to 517-605-0897. Masks are required, and please wear casual Detroit Tigers attire.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or the Lenawee Humane Society. www.PurseFuneralHome.com.
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September 25, 2020
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
David Langham
September 23, 2020
I worked with Pat at Clinton Peerless Gear many years ago, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .
David Langham
September 23, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I worked with Pat at Clinton Pearless Gear many years ago.
Joyce-Ge Stepansky
September 21, 2020
Pat was my most favorite cousin, and can’t believe we didn’t connect more after our childhood! Our heartfelt condolences to all his family, we were just beginning to see him again and now we are left with fond memories! Our love to all.
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Bruce Peters
September 20, 2020
Pat, was my manager at Peerless Gear, Salem, for a number of years. I truly appreciate those years and always thought Pat was a straight shooter and enjoyed working with him. Condolences to the family. RIP boss...
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