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for Patrick Callaghan
Beth & Paul Gibson
January 12, 2025
We loved Patrick....a fine young man.
Kathy (Love) Butner
March 15, 2005
I am very sorry to hear about Patrick. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
joe conejo
February 28, 2005
"What's shakin' bacon". Man, we all miss you and love you!
Debra Taylor
February 21, 2005
Donna and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Patrick. I don't think I ever met Patrick, but I loved hearing stories about him (and the rest of the family too) at Providence. I know he will be missed terribly.
Donna - you are in our prayers.
Deb (stubler) Taylor
Maggie Mahomet
February 15, 2005
Dear Donna, Dennis & family,
I was so sorry to hear this news. Words cannot begin to express the sorrow and empathy I feel for you or my desire to be able to alleviate some of your pain. You are all such wonderful people. Sometimes life just hurts too much.
What wonderful tributes there are in this guest book to your beautiful son. I know they bring tears, but also what wonderful memories!
Please take care of each other. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Another member of "the Callaghan " admiration club.
Maggie Mahomet
Jereme Altendorf
February 4, 2005
Marc & Callaghan Family: I'm incredibly sorry for your loss. Marc: My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. I never met your brother, but if he was anything like you, I'm sure he was a stand up guy. After reading some of the entries here, its clear he made an impact and his memory will live on indefinitely. Respectfully, JEREME
Angie Gregory
January 31, 2005
Callaghan Family,
Please know that you are in my and my family's prayers. I will always remember Pat's wonderful smile and laugh. His generous heart, genuine care for others, and his value of friends and family touched so many people - as many of us saw at his services. Pat's friendship will be truly missed. He was an amazing man and although his journey may have ended here on earth we all know that he is at peace watching over us. I am proud to have known Pat, to have been a friend, and am thankful that he was a part of my life.
Tammy (Sell) Pardeshi
January 26, 2005
It is with tremendous sadness that I write this note to the Callaghan family. There is a saying, “Some people come into our lives and quickly go, some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts and we are never, ever the same.” Pat Callaghan touched my soul and I shall be forever blessed for the chance to have shared in a small part of his life. During my years as the Art teacher at WARD, I had the honor of being a class sponsor for Pat’s class from the time they were sophomores, until they graduated. I also had Pat in class and I can still see him entering the door of Room 111 with a big grin on his face. I remember Pat as a gentleman, a role model and a friend to all. Pat had a gentle spirit and a way of lighting up a room with his smile. I remember Pat speaking highly of his family and openly showing his love for them. What a true reflection of a wonderful family, when it shows through in your children! I am so lucky to have known Pat and so much richer because of it. Thank you for the chance to share in your amazing son’s life. May the memories that you shared with Pat be forever vivid in your mind and close to your heart. God bless you and your family.
Steven Morris
January 26, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family,
I am sorry to hear about Pat. He was a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Glori Carson
January 25, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family, Nick & Lori,
Pat was an amazing person- always smiling and laughing. He was a great friend who always listened and he always had something positive to say. I have nothing but wonderful memories of Pat to cherish from our days at CTK, thru Ward, KU and beyond. He was a truly special person that I will never forget.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Glori Pavlovich Carson
Brittany Mikesic
January 25, 2005
My heart has never felt so heavy. Pat will always remain very close to my heart, and I am so thankful for all of those wonderful childhood memories that we shared...the Lake of the Ozarks, trips to the Zoo, birthday parties, skating parties, the infamous Callaghan van, Homecoming 1989. Pat and the rest of our old CTK bunch have truly helped shape me into the person I am today. In that respect, there will always be a part of Pat Callaghan within my heart. He will be missed immensely, but I know that he is in a better place and he has found comfort and peace once again. If anyone deserves eternal peace, it is Pat. He was a genuine, loving, thoughtful, gentlemanly, sensitive, artistic, creative, funny, smart, beautiful, beautiful person.
Love you, Pat!!
Always,
Brittany
Karen (Schulte) Ruder
January 25, 2005
In my first day of teaching at Bishop Ward, I remember meeting the Callaghan boys. It breaks my heart to say goodbye to Pat. Although only at Ward five years, it was individuals like Nick and Pat and the Callaghan family who gave meaning to those first years of teaching. In his death, I believe that we celebrate the phenomenally significant life of this young man who was truly a decent, quality human being. Pat is an individual who has tremendously touched my heart. I know that those we truly love never leave us, they live forever deep in our hearts. There is not doubt that Pat has left behind family and friends who love and care for him, but the memories and inspirations we have because of Pat will live on far longer. My deepest sympathies to Pat’s family and closest friends. My your hearts beat stronger as you seek healing in his death.
Jill & Bob Alvarado
January 24, 2005
Callaghan Family -
When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help you find your smile. I know that is exactly what Pat would want all of his family and friends to do, "Remember the Good Times!" The Alvarado and Biondi families have both been fortunate to be a part of Pat's life in one way or another; whether it be through school or work. His smile and kind heart are two things that I will always remember about Pat. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Pat will be truly missed but never forgotten, find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well-lived life. Memories are the legacy of love.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Bob and Jill Alvarado
Ramon Conejo
January 22, 2005
To the Callaghan family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences. I have so many memories of Pat. We have lost one of the brothers from our group. I will cherish the memories I have and will never forget Pat.
Anthony Biondi
January 22, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I had the privilege of working with and getting to know Pat at Casa De Tacos while I was in high school at Bishop Ward. Pat will be truly missed, but his spirit will live on in all the people who knew him.
Kirk Duckers
January 22, 2005
I was very saddened to hear the news of this tragedy. I wish the Callaghan family my deepest condolences.
Jim Rottinghaus
January 21, 2005
Pat,
You are such a great friend & I will truly miss you. We grew up together & your family treated me like I was one of the family. For your friendship, I am forever grateful. You, Nick, & I had so many good times that I will never forget & will always cherish.
Love,
Jim Rottinghaus
Jennifer Broockerd
January 21, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family-
I am a fellow classmate of Pat's at KCKCC. Patrick consoled me countless times and encouraged me to never give up. He helped me with my first shower and he danced with me in a wig in an 91 year old patients room and we laughed and laughed. He was very important to me and to all of the nursing students who knew him. I pray that God will watch over Patrick and that he is now in peace as well as for your whole family. I want you to know that when Patrick gave me some wonderful advice in a very difficult time for me that he spoke very highly of family and how important his parents and siblings were to him and for me to never lose touch with my family. I am so blessed that Patrick came into my life and I will honor his memory for the rest of mine. God Bless You! Jennifer Broockerd
Angie Ford
January 21, 2005
Dear Callaghans,
When I think of Pat Callaghan, I get the same feeling I get when I think of the house I grew up in, my parents, my family, the CTK community. I feel safe because I know, no matter how long its been, those people and things will always be there. I have always taken that for granted. The day I heard about Pat, it seemed like the world went a little off-balance. I doubt it will ever feel just right again. I am so sorry for your loss. The crowds of people at Pat's memorial is evidence of how much he is loved, and how much he'll be missed. I hope it brings comfort to you to know that all those people were touched by Pat in some way and, as a result, his memory will live on. I know that I will never forget him.
With love,
Angie Ford
Kimberly Turner
January 20, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family,
I am a fellow student of Patrick in the nursing program at KCKCC. I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Patricks passing. I cannot even imagine the sorrow you all must feel in your hearts, but after reading all of these wonderful post I hope you can find some comfort. I didn't know Patrick very long; just the last year, but in school we all share a special bond I can't explain. Patrick will be missed.
God Bless,
Kimberly S. Turner
Anne Bauer
January 20, 2005
I've known both Pat and Nick since we were toddlers. I haven't seen Pat since 7th grade though at KCK, where he always wore a smile and you could count on him to be friendly. I'll always have such positive memories of him.
My thoughts and prayers are with Pat and his family.
Anne Bauer (Feyerabend)
Molly Campion
January 20, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone in the Callaghan family. I will never forget Pat's contagious smile that made everyone want to be around him. Pat will be greatly missed and it's times like this, "God breaks our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best."
Jenny Johnson
January 20, 2005
I have nothing but great, sweet memories of Pat and his family. Those Thursday night Christ the King skating parties were the best...and I know my friends and I had several slumber parties that included MANY phone calls to Pat, Nick, Ramon and Jake! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jennifer
Vicki Burns
January 20, 2005
I am so sorry for you loss, I think of you and your family quite often. I will be praying for you.
Eileen Taylor
January 20, 2005
To the Callaghan Family, Pat, my Prom Date, I will never forget you, the dozen red roses requesting me to be your date, how much fun we had in high shcool, all the memories you are a part of. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Amy Yarnevich
January 20, 2005
Dearest Callaghan Family -
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My fondest memories of Pat are of our early high school days when Pat, Nick, and the Markovich twins worked with me at Captain D's on State Ave. Pat (and the boys) loved to throw hushpuppies at me (and each other) while I would take drive-through orders. He got me everytime and would laugh and laugh. He had the best laugh.
Your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time, along with the rest of my family.
-Amy Yarnevich
Jim Markovich
January 20, 2005
Dear Nick & The Callaghan Family:
Pat was a genuine friend with the most loving of hearts. I have so many good memories of the times we shared during our high school years. Just a few of the things I remember most are the times we were on the soccer field together, flipping fish at our after-school job, and the usual late night "buddy" talks, usually about girls. He always made me laugh with his upbeat sense of humor. He had a song for every occasion. One of my favorites he used to sing in his own Pat tune was "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling". It is such a great loss to lose Pat, especially this way. If he only knew how many people's lives he made better just by knowing him and his gentle nature. He truly was a great person that won't ever be forgotten. I hope you and your family can find comfort in knowing just how special he made the world just from his presence.
With love,
Jim
Chris Brown
January 20, 2005
To all of the Callaghan Family,
I was shaken when I heard of Pat's passing. From the beginnings of our CTK days, to all the times we shared on the soccer field, through high school and beyond, Pat was one of the most genuinly honest and sincere people I have come across in my life. He was one of the true good guys. I will miss him deeply. My thoughts go out to all of your family.
Ruby Kitchen
January 20, 2005
Donna and family I am sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ruby Kitchen
cassie schneweis
January 19, 2005
To the Callaghan family,
My deepest sympathies go out to your family for your terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
steve gray
January 19, 2005
To the whole Callaghan family. you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May god bring you strength in the days ahead.
Carmen & Arthur Conejo
January 19, 2005
Donna, Denis & family, We have such wonderful memories of Pat playing sports with our sons. We can see them playing soccer and basketball together. We remember how Pat would push his glasses up on his nose when playing basketball. He had so much heart when playing soccer. We have several photos of Pat in soccer games and school photos. He was always smiling. Our hearts go out to you. We have prayed for Pat, and we will keep all of you are in our prayers.
Louise Carlin
January 19, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family,
On behalf of the employees of the National Park Trust at the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, we feel so blessed to have known Patrick through his association with the National Park Service. Patrick would walk into a room, never say a word just smile and have captured the hearts and attention of everyone in site. He will always hold a special place in our hearts.
May God help guide you through this sorrowful time.
Louise Carlin
National Park Trust
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
Jackie Gorman Kindred
January 19, 2005
Edward and Valerie,
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. You have a wonderful family and I know that you will get through this sadness with support from each other. Take care, old friends.
Bonnie Abel
January 19, 2005
Denis and Donna, I was so shocked to hear about Patrick. I just barely knew him, but he was so friendly and easy to talk to. You and your family are in my heart and in my prayers. God will bring you thru this, and as we all know, time does help and heal. Love, Bonnie and Duane Abel
Stacy Jobe
January 19, 2005
Dear Matt and Molly, and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May it comfort you in some way, to know that we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis, Stacy and Alyssa
(Jaynie's friends)
Tom Shinault
January 19, 2005
To the Callahan Family:
I am so sorry of your loss. My connection with you is through Pat's brother Marc who I work with out in the Portland/Seattle area. Marc is also special of specials and my prayers are for you all to heal fully and quickly.
Michelle Coffey (Spaw)
January 19, 2005
To Nick & Lori & The Callaghan Family-
I was very sad to hear about Pat. Please know that you are all in my family's prayers. Pat, Nick, & Lori were fellow Ward classmates and we all had some very fun memories. Even though I have not seen Pat since early college, I will always remember his cute smile, fun personality, and his heart full of love. May God Bless you and keep you during this time of need. Nick & Lori- It's been awhile since I've seen you, but if you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask.
Jill Whitney-Tomczyk
January 19, 2005
Dear Denis and Donna,
Your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of losing Patrick. We know that he was a joy to your life and will be greatly missed.
Tiffany Stransky
January 19, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Pat. I went to nursing school with him and never have I met such a kind person in all my life. He could always make me smile or laugh. He will be missed greatly.
Patrick and his cowboy roping buddies
January 19, 2005
Heather Brown
January 19, 2005
Dear Donna, Dennis, and family,
Words simply cannot convey the sorrow we feel at the loss of Patrick. He was just one of those people who always made you feel better whenever he was around. As you can see by the people who have already signed this guest book, he had a profound influence on so many people. His laughter, smile, kindness, and genuine love for people showed in every fiber of his being. He was just like a lovable teddy bear with a great big smile and hug for everyone. He was an excellent nurse and was an excellent ranger at the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve. It was truly an honor working with him, because he was always there to help out and give 110% without even being asked. He always made everyone feel better. I had the great honor of hiring Patrick into the National Park Service. It was a funny story that I thought you should hear. Maybe you already know the whole story, but I will tell you anyway.
I was in a rush to hire Patrick before I had to leave on some extended training. I had been trying to call him all day. If you remember, I even called you looking for him. You told me he was out turkey hunting, but knew that he would like to have the job at the park. Unfortunately, I had to hear it directly from Patrick. So finally, that evening I was able to reach Patrick (via cell phones). I asked him if he had gotten a turkey, because you had told me that that was where he was all day. He said, “No, I didn’t.” So then I said, “Well, I’m sorry you didn’t get a turkey Patrick, but how would you like a job?” You should have heard the laughter and hearty “Yes” on the other end. It was such a relief on my part, because Patrick had such good references and I could tell by his voice that he was going to be a great employee. And I was right. I never regretted hiring Patrick. He was a real joy to have as part of the team at Tallgrass and was loved by all who had the opportunity to meet him. Some of us called him “The General.” He also looked pretty good in a long black wig. We had a skit at our end of year party his first season and he played one of the “sirens” in “Oh Brother Where Art Thou.” It was a lot of fun. We have a lot of pictures and memories that we want to share with your family. We are putting them together in a scrapbook and will be forwarding as soon as we can get everyone’s memories together.
Again, we are so sorry for your loss. We are selfish and wanted to keep him here with us, but as someone else mentioned, God has another plan for Patrick. We are including some photos of Patrick when he worked at the park. I hope you see just what a positive influence your son had on those around him. Thank you for sharing him with us and I can promise you that Patrick will never be forgotten. He was one of the angels that walk among us and touched many lives along the way.
All our thoughts and prayers,
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
Chief of Interpretation
Diane Druten-Taheri
January 18, 2005
Denis, Donna, Eddie, Maria, Marc, Nick and Molly:
As I read the entries already posted, I see all the love pouring out for Pat. Even tho I only knew him as a child, I can tell he was a very special young man. More important, I know the family he came from is one of the most loving famlies I have known. God will walk with you during this difficult time and will embrace Pat in the Kingdom of Heaven, as will Ed and Mary Judy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lea Uhl
January 18, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Sharon & Steve LaRosa
January 18, 2005
Patrick was a kind and gentle soul with a huge heart and a great smile. He was a wonderful ranger who really had a way with the kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
"Pat in Back" Jakylovich
January 18, 2005
Donna,wanted you to know that you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I don't think Patrick would appreciate my vivid memories of the
summer he was "Potty Trained "!
Your hearts are heavy,but I know without a doubt that you are Loved ,and that you will be Lifted up on Eagles Wings"
PIB
Michelle Desmond-Michalski
January 18, 2005
Dear Callaghan family,
My family is extremely sorry to hear about your lose. From the time I started Kindergarten with Pat, he was always a caring and loving soul. His cheerful disposition and smiling face will be missed by many people. He touched so many lives during his to short of stay on earth.
Paul & Beth Gibson
January 18, 2005
Callaghan Family:
We had the pleasure of knowing Patrick all-too-briefly. He was a gentle, caring, polite young man who we greatly admired. Our prayers go out to him and those left behind.
Jerome Tucker
January 18, 2005
Dear Callaghan's,
I'm not sure what to say except Pat and your family are in my prayers. I have great memories of growing up with Nick and Pat. I remember all those good times we had at your house. If there is anything that I can do for you please don't hesitate to call. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
George Markovich
January 18, 2005
We were deeply saddened to hear the bad news about Pat. He was one of the nicest and most genuine guys
that I ever knew. His memory will live on through all the lives he touched and his kindness will never be forgetten.
Elizabeth Lopez
January 18, 2005
Dearest Callaghan Family,
I was a fellow classmate of Patrick's, and served closely with him side by side over the past months at clinicals. Patrick always brought a smile to our day together, and loved caring for his patients. He touched many lives, and I was one of the lucky ones to have been able to call him friend.
His passing has been felt deeply by his classmates, and I for one will never forget him. You are in my prayers and thoughts. May God bring you some peace in this difficult time. I promise you Patrick will never be forgotten.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Elizabeth Lopez
Heather Agnew
January 18, 2005
Dear Family,
It is a dark world and Patrick was one of the beautiful lights in it. He had a kind way with everyone he came in touch with... classmates, patients, friends, and family. I can still vividly see his smile which always lit up the room. His face shown the kindness in his heart. He will be missed by every one of the classmates at KCKCC whose lives he touched and made better. We are grateful for the times we had with him. He will be missed!
Emily Burns
January 18, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family:
It was an honor to know Pat. Even after Ward, I often ran into him on campus at K-State, he always had a warm smile and hello, never failing to ask about my family and grandparents The Westfall's. Now, eachtime I return to Manhanttan and the Flint Hills, I will think of him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Brett and Jamie Oswald
January 18, 2005
Dear Callaghan Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers go out to you.
Eternal rest, grant to him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May Pat rest in peace.
Carol Ann Petersen, OSB
January 18, 2005
Donna, Denis, Ed, Maria, Marc, Nick, and Maria, Please know how sorry I am for your loss. Patrick was a special person even when I knew him in elementary school. I remember his love of nature as a young child. It was a privilege to work with him for those few years. I know that many will miss his gentleness and his friendship. We pray that he is at peace now. You are very much in my thoughts and prayers these days. Pat was a very lucky boy to have such wonderful family and friends. Sr. Carol Ann
Larry/Patty Madson
January 18, 2005
Dear Denis, Donna and family,
No person or experience will ever replace the happy memories and love Pat gave to each and every one of you.
Our entire family will always have wonderful memories of Pat, as a sweet and kind hearted young man that just never acted as if he knew a stranger. During the many years we knew Patrick, he was an easy one to just think of as "family".
Pat will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Love to all of you,
Larry, Patty and family.
Melinda Loy
January 18, 2005
Dear Family,
I cannot imagine the pain and anguish that you are feeling now, with such a tragic loss as yours. Please know that you are in my prayers.
I was a fellow classmate of Patrick's in nursing school and, I know that we are all deeply touched and pained by his passing despite having known him for only such a short time. I think that we all felt as if we had a kinship with one another, through our times at school. Patrick will be greatly missed.
Sincerly,
Fellow KCK Student
Jenny Gallipeau
January 18, 2005
Dear Dennis and Donna
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know Patrick, but Donna you were the best mother ever. Always remember Patrick's love for you. I believe God has special plans for Patrick. My God bless you and your family thru this diffcult time.
Bruce Jones
January 18, 2005
I knew and worked with Patrick at Tallgrass Prairie NP, and am so saddened to learn of his loss. Our thoughts are with his family, together with hope for better times than these.
Jim & Barbara Beatty
January 18, 2005
Dear Donna & Dennis,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. We can't begin to know what it is to lose a child at any age. However, know that you are in God's care through the prayers of many friends.
Jim & Barbara Beatty
Julie Yarnevich
January 18, 2005
I happily remember Pat & Nick's first days as they were brought into our hospital room from the nursery. Pat & Nick were roomates to our newborn first daughter. Took great pride in watching them all grow up together and always remembered them as we celebrated our daughter's birthday as I will continue to do. God's blessings on your dear family now and always.
Jake Heffern
January 18, 2005
I cannot stop thinking about Pat. Every good memory I have growing up, Pat was always in those memories, family vacations, going down to the old creek, sleep-overs, Ozarks, hunting. To me it is like losing a brother.
Lisa Skwarlo
January 18, 2005
To the Callaghan family,
There is nothing that can be said to make the sadness fade. Please know that the memories of Pat always will bring smiles to our faces.
My Deepest Condolences,
Lisa Skwarlo
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