Patrick Smith

I have a very heavy heart for now just learning of Patrick’s passing. I was lucky enough to be hired by Patrick and privileged to work along side of him for several years. I have had so many moments where I wanted to let him know what those years had meant to me. To watch Patrick in action was like no education I have ever had but then to be taught and befriended by Patrick, well anyone who knew him, knows how special that would be. As dedicated as he was to Macy’s, I will never forget how he...

Wow...Patrick was truly a force of nature and an endless well of smart, savvy and out-of-the box ideas. I was lucky enough to have worked with him during my career at Macy's in New York, learning over the years what kind of impact he had on the retail/fashion industry. When Patrick gave me kudos for something or asked for my thoughts on an event, it was big deal! He'd surprise you with an incredibly thoughtful gift, whether it was the red gloves with the Macy's logo he sent us for the Parade,...

The world will miss this incredibly warm, kind and very funny presence. My heart goes out to you, Bart.

Patrick and I met as new hires of Macy's California Customer Services on the 8th floor of the downtown SF store. Our group of new hires bonded and despite dispersal have been friends since 1976, mostly due to his generous kindness, As he rose to his higher position never did I feel he changed toward old friends and I offer my commiseration to all his more recent friends. I feel we are all privileged to have known him and Bart.