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McAuley, Patrick D.

St. Petersburg: Patrick "Paddy" D. McAuley, 59, of St. Petersburg, FL (formerly of Rochester, NY) passed away Sunday, 1 March 2015 surrounded by family.

Predeceased by parents, John & Florence (Tobin) McAuley, brother, Kevin (Deborah), Patrick leaves behind his loving wife, Jan of 30 years; treasured children, Colleen and John; brother, Michael; sisters, Christine (Dan) Ahern, Abbey, Leslie (Jerry) Young, Tammy Young, and many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Patrick was the Founder & President of Great Lakes Land Company (Rochester, NY) and AccuData Title (Las Vegas, NV). He also served on the Board of AccuData Search (Syracuse, NY).

An avid reader and lifelong student of learning, Patrick was fluent in French, American Sign Language, spoke & wrote Chinese, and knew basic Spanish. Patrick enjoyed the guitar, fishing, golf, cigars, the NY GIANTS and Yankees.

A memorial service will be held in Rochester later this Spring. In lieu of flowers, please remember Paddy's generous spirit & faith by meeting a need that crosses your path.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Mar. 8, 2015.

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Guy and Carolle Indivino

March 18, 2015

We are very to hear of the passing of Paddy, he was a Gentleman, and a kind hearted soul, may he rest in peace.

Ann Marie Brychcy

March 18, 2015

Heaven has received another angel. Paddy you will be missed by all. Thank you for all your happiness that you shared.

March 18, 2015

Pat is one of the most beautiful humans I have met in my life. I loved him like a brother. He will forever be in my heart, thoughts and prayers. My most sincere condolences to his wife, children and family. God bless you Pat.....
Joseph Staffieri
Rochester,NY

Rita Carpenter/Comenale

March 13, 2015

The Carpenter Family will always have a place in our hearts for Pat, especially our mom. He will be missed.

Rita Carpenter-Comenale

March 13, 2015

The Carpenter Family will always hold Pat in our hearts, especially our mother.

March 11, 2015

Abbey, Leslie and the entire McCauley family - so sorry to hear of Pat's passing - our heartfelt sympathies go out to you all - Pat was one of my favorite students at Churchville-Chili and our friendship continued beyond graduation - I appreciated his sharp wit and insightful observations about the world in which we live - he will be very much missed - a very sad time for all - our prayers and thoughts will be with you over the next very difficult months Jim McDonald and Karen Wermuth

Sue Onderdonk

March 9, 2015

So sorry to hear of Patrick's passing. My heart goes out to the McAuley family.

Lori Reed

March 9, 2015

Oh dear, I had no idea this lovely man was illI am sad to hear this newsmy sympathies and love to Jan and kidsand prayers

March 9, 2015

to young. Will bE missed by maNY lOVE aUNT mARILYN

Bill Skuse

March 8, 2015

Always a smile, good conversation, and an appreciation of a fine cigar. Pat was a beautiful man.

Yvonne Ryan

March 8, 2015

A kind, gentle man. You will be missed

Susan Tobin-Anderson

March 8, 2015

My prayers are with your family.

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