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Patrick McAteer Obituary

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PATRICK F., May 3, 2008 of West Chester, PA. Beloved son of Francis J. and Regina B. (nee Faulkner). Dear brother of Regina B. (Tom) Leonard and Michele McAteer. Predeceased by grandparents, brother Francis Patrick and niece Danielle Leonard. Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation Thursday, May 8 at 9:30 A.M.-10:45 A.M. and to Funeral Mass 11 A.M. S.S. Philip and James Church, Lancaster Avenue and Ship Road, Exton, PA. Interment SS Peter and Paul Cem. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern PA, 919 Walnut St., Phila., PA 19107. Arrangements being handled by THE DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, WEST CHESTER.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on May 6, 2008.

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Maureen Hough

May 12, 2008

Jean and Fritz,
Please know how truly sorry we are for your tragic loss. We were remembering our trip to Ireland and what a great time we all had. Your family are in our prayers. God Bless.

Jim and Kay Hough and Family

Janet McFadden

May 9, 2008

A great man with a big heart. Patrick, give those left behind who love you the strength to go on and cherish your memory. I guess Dannie needed a bud in heaven. You both left us way too soon but you will always be in our hearts.
Love, Janet

Jean Leonard

May 8, 2008

To my beautiful brother, I will always take care of you and love you. You and Dannie are together. All my love. Jean

Tom McAteer

May 7, 2008

To Uncle Fritz, Aunt Jean and family: Words can not express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Patrick was truly a beautiful person, always with a smile, always with a pleasant word. He saw the good in everyone. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Tom and Maria McAteer

Randy & Cheri Reber

May 6, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Bob Boggs

May 6, 2008

Jean and Frank,
I am very sorry for your loss. Patrick was too young and your family has already had more than it's share of pain. I wish you God's strength.

June & Jim Kiesel-Paulus

May 6, 2008

Jim & I are saddened and cannot find the words to comfort you at this most difficult time. We pray that you may find some solace in knowing how loved your entire family is by all who know you.

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