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Tina Chiavetta
January 16, 2023
I miss you friend. Elvis has left the building
Mihele
January 15, 2023
Gone but never forgotten. Love you Harry.
John Felder
March 29, 2021
Harry RIP my friend, your legacy will continue by all those you touched including me. John and Judie Felder
January 16, 2020
Wow, nine years. Miss you still.
thought and prayers are still with you all Paterson Family.
Take care and God Bless.
Donna Mangold And Darrell Lewis
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Diane Pent
January 15, 2020
Hard to believe its been 9 years. You were everyones friend and left so many of us heartbroken. Miss you like crazy HP!
Sending love to all who miss you!
Dennis Roddy
May 16, 2016
It is a measure of the man that, on just a random evening, someone was remembering Harry and appreciating the companionship and conviviality he shared on so many evenings at RCI. Thanks for the fun and the friendship, Harry.
January 17, 2013
It is hard to believe that 2 years have gone by since we lost Harry. I am grateful to those who keep my brother alive through memories. Please pray for the family. The pain has not faded. Mary Patterson Brown
January 16, 2013
I still remember Harry, and thought about him just the other day. Such a funny guy, so full of ideas... can't believe he's gone.
Tina Chiavetta(lascola)
September 13, 2012
I am so so sorry to hear about my dear friend Harry. What a tragic loss for anyone who has had the pleasure of sharing his company. My condolences for his sweet family. I'm so sorry I wasn't there.
January 16, 2012
Still, A year has gone by, I am just lost for words, I miss you Harry.
I Love you Madly,
Deb Antloger Wilson ~
Marky Billson
April 21, 2011
I can't believe this. Harry was, unquestionably, the best bartender in Pittsburgh because he was about all the best of Pittsburgh. Very sorely missed- RIP!
Beverly Campbell
February 25, 2011
I am shocked and saddened by the passing of Harry. I will miss his wonderful presence, his smile, his knowledge of music and Pittsburgh. It's hard to believe that I can't walk into the "Inn" and have him greet me anymore. My condolences to his family and friends. I will never forget Harry.
Scott MacFarland
February 16, 2011
My condolences to Harry's family. I worked with Harry at Dingbats in the mid 80's and I miss sitting at the bar after work talking about any number of things that Harry had knowledge of. We also attended a couple of concerts together with the crew at the restaurant. He was one of the kindest, most affable people I have ever met. Were there a picture accompanying the word bartender in the dictionary his should be there because he was the best at what he did. May he rest in peace and I'm sure he God are having a few laughs together.
Dale & Lil Kurtz
February 6, 2011
In your innermost thoughts, in your favorite memories, may you find his presence still... healing your heart with peace and love.
DeDe Steigerwald
January 31, 2011
To the Patterson family, I was so very saddened to hear about Punky.Please except my deepest sympathy.Punky is not gone he is only gone ahead. We will all be with you again someday but until then you will be sorely missed. With all my thoughts and prayers on you all.
DeDe Steigerwald
January 30, 2011
To the Patterson family, I was so saddened when I heard about Punky. Please except my deepest sympathy.My thoughts are with all of you. Harry has not gone he has only gone ahead.We will all be with you again Punky but until then you will be sorely missed.
January 30, 2011
My heart goes out to the Patterson family, although I have not seen Punky for many years, I remember him to be such a kind and gentle soul. What a loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, patty (letters) kypke
Gordon Brown
January 30, 2011
I am so sorry to here about Harry. May the remembrance of a life well lived comfort you at this time. May God rest his soul.
Barbie Bahnson
January 30, 2011
My favorite line from a sympathy card has always been "We have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night." I'm not even sure what that means but there was and is still comfort in it for me. May you all find the things that bring you comfort and believe that in time this pain will soften. He was a wonderful person who will so clearly be missed by many. My heart goes out to all of you and I will be available if I can be of any help.
Lizabeth Gray
January 29, 2011
Dear Harry, you are missed but will never be forgotten. You are Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh is you and always will be. Liz
January 27, 2011
Dear Harry, Although I only met you on a few occasions with dear friends, you certainly made each occasion memorable. I will always remember you and be grateful to have met you. Nicole
sissy veltri-powers
January 26, 2011
Dear Peggy, family, and friends of Harry, I'm so sorry for your loss. I never met him, but he sounds like he was a great guy. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Helen Raschiatore
January 26, 2011
What a terrible loss to Harry's Family, Pittsburgh and all of his friends. I met Harry a few years ago at RCI and he was truly a delight. I will alway remember his smile and singing behind the bar. What a Great Guy. I am glad to say we were friends. Helen Raschiatore Pittsburgh Pa
Catherine Peach
January 26, 2011
Dear Harry,
I miss you so very much, it's been such a long time since we worked together at the RCI. You made working there a pleasurable experience and were always quick to put a smile on my face. I wish I could have seen your more after I left the RCI, but I know I'll see you in heaven. I still have the picture of all of us lined up across the street on the "St Patrick's Day snowstorm", covered in snow, just happy to be drunk, Irish, and together.
To Mrs Patterson and all of Harry's sisters and brother, you have my deepest sympathies, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Casey
January 26, 2011
We will really miss Harry and the great times Marci, Peggy and Helen had there with his jovial smile and loving ways. So sorry for all of you. The girls!!
Leslie
January 26, 2011
To The Patterson Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Harry was truly one of a kind. He was my "Jerry Lewis". (I think you and I were the only two people that liked Jerry.) Harry, I thank you for all the nights of singing, dancing and laughing (some very late nights!). You made me smile and laugh. I am so glad I got to spend the last New Year's Eve of you owning the RCI with you. You will always be in my heart. Rest in peace my friend. I love you.
"Nice Lady"
Dave Howell
January 26, 2011
Harry always came up with ways to make people laugh and have fun. He was an inventive, hilarious, and warm person. The Pattersons are one of the most close-knit families I ever knew, and losing Harry is unimaginable. To the brothers and sisters of Harry, we love you all and know Harry will always be part of you.
Diane Cristina~ Pent
January 25, 2011
HP~ I will miss the beautiful smile that was on your face ~ ALWAYS. I am so sad, You were always there with a quick joke and a great big bear hug (everyone loved your hugs). Harry, you made the world laugh and now as you leave us, you made the world cry. You will be missed my friend. To the Patterson Family, we all share in your grief, and are grateful to have shared the time with your amazing (son ~ brother). RIP HP ~ I LOVE YOU!
Jane Berilla
January 25, 2011
What a wonderfully unique man...he will be greatly missed. To the Patterson family, I am so truly sorry for your loss.
January 25, 2011
Harry was one of a kind the best kind,may he finally found his peace we will miss you. Our deepest sympathy for your loss of such a wonderful man. We all loved you Harry. Peter and Sandy Campione
Michele Farina
January 25, 2011
Good-bye sweet man, you've departed too soon. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Save a place for me up there. Till we meet again.
Joseph Grosky
January 25, 2011
I will miss the original "Punky!" To Fred and the rest of your family, stay cool as you guys always were and to Harry, RIP!
a/k/a Big Daddy & Buttercup
January 25, 2011
To The Patterson Family: Our heart goes out to you and we are so sad for your loss and ours. God Bless Us All
Harry: Thank you for the wonderful times, your unforgetable smile and pinky shakes. The nips on the chin "Here's lookin at you kid"..I am saving your application & keeping my shoes on..You brought us so much joy, laughter and fun. You will remain in our hearts & we love you Forever.
Gary & Betty Ann
Mike McCarthy
January 24, 2011
Saturday Night Live on reel to reel, great memories. Rest in peace Harry.
Best of the Best of the BEST !!!!
H P
January 24, 2011
Claire Lowry
January 24, 2011
Oh Harry
So many memories of late nights at the Forbes Street Inn.
Rest in peace, Punky. You will be missed.
Marilyn Caye
January 24, 2011
I will miss you jovial smile and generous pourings. Rest in peace. Marilyn Caye
January 24, 2011
To the Patterson family - I am truly sorry to hear of your loss as well as the loss to any who knew him. It was my pleasure to know Harry when we worked at Dingbats in the mid '80s. We spent quite a few moments talking trivia, anywhere from movies to music to politics. He will be missed. God bless and keep you all. Oscar Keasley (Pgh, PA)
Lisa Lehman
January 23, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have such great fun memories of Harry and the entire family.I wish I had the words to make you all feel better,but please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicky Sidell
January 23, 2011
He made us laugh. He'll be missed so badly.
Janice Smith Brusoski
January 23, 2011
Harry was a Pittsburgh treasure. A true gentleman, wonderful friend, and wealth of knowledge. I always knew I would be greeted with a smile and a hug no matter how long in between my visits to RCI. I have so many wonderful memories of meeting my brother Bill at RCI and having amazing conversations about music and politics with Harry. Now you will rest in peace and can talk music and sports trivia with Bill. You are missed.
Kate Brown
January 23, 2011
To the Patterson Family - I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
To Harry - I will miss being able to see you behind the bar at RCI with that contagious laugh and great smile. You made everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Thanks for many fantastic memories. Rest In Peace Harry.........
Glenn Drewes
January 23, 2011
Harry was larger than life, almost iconic as a writer, conversationalist, bartender, music and sports fan. I always sent my musician friends to RC to meet him and they were never disappointed. Who else would know about the "Tomb of the Unknown Bowler"? Miss you, my friend, peace.
Sue Versaw
January 23, 2011
There are people we meet that touch our lives in one way or another and make them stand out and become unforgettable. Harry was one of them. I have nothing but good memories of his smiling face, wonderful sense of humor and his kindness. He truly was one of the good ones !
My sincere symapthy to all of the Pattersons and everyone esle who knew and loved Harry.
Tracey Garizas
January 23, 2011
To the Patterson Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about Harry. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tracey, Lori, and Katie
Kelly (Norris) Easterling
January 22, 2011
Oh Harry, dear Harry...it always amazed me that no matter how long it was between my visits to RCI, when I turned that corner, it was as if you were expecting me and we hadn't missed a day. The sly smile and charm... Rest in peace, my friend and save me the corner stool by the window til we meet again. Absolute and tonic, no fruit--but you knew that! xoxo
Jack McVay
January 22, 2011
HP, So many memories the Craig St, Dingbats and then George's new bar the RCI! Haha the RCI... Pirate games and Parade Day,summer concerts like the Allman Bros, Eagles and XXX punch,birthdays,political fundraisers and late Friday nights after Froggy's that everyone enjoyed because of you my friend! Hadn't seen much of you the last 10 years but one Sat morning last August at my father's funeral, you were there! And that was the last time I saw you...
Jack McVay
January 22, 2011
HP, So many memories beginning with the Craig St, a 1984 night at Dingabats you told me about the new bar George was opening called the RCI,haha the RCI...Pirate games and Parade Day,birthdays, summer concerts like the Allman Bros, Eagles and XXX punch, political fundraisers and late Friday nights after Froggy's that people would enjoy ...because of you my friend! Hadn't seen much of you the last ten years but one Saturday morning last August at my father's funeral you were there! And that was the last time I saw you...
Deborah Antloger Wilson
January 22, 2011
Harry, Harry, Harry... I am lost for words. I am so sorry for this loss of such a wonderful man,a Great Friend, It was my pleasure knowing this man and working with him for many many years .. Rest in peace my dear friend, I love you . Deb Antloger Wilson ~ Blt MD
Rich Koprivnak
January 22, 2011
"Hey do you who I am", "Hey my man", "It's on that guy down there" and my favorite “Nice, but not thrilling�. I will miss that quick wit a great deal. I spent many of hours, with Harry late night playing the games. We had some great conversations on a such wide list of topics. Although, we might have not agreed on some, particularly politics', I respected his opinion. He challenged me and would make me critically think. He truly was one of the few people that I could speak with on a deep and knowledgeable level. I will miss those talks. To the Patterson family my sincere thoughts and sympathy on your loss. Rest in peace “My Man� only Royal Flushes from now on.
Ron & Della Slanina
January 22, 2011
To the Patterson Family; We are proud to say we knew Harry at RCI ... Ron has a signed copy of "The Pittsburgh Sports Wiz Trivia Quiz".
To Magic Ron from Harry.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ron & Della Slanina
Mary and Steve Zappala
January 22, 2011
Harry was the reason that Steve and I would go to The River City. Our kids loved to go to his home opener parties and were thrilled when he autographed his trivia book for them. We have so many great memories with Harry. What a great man. Our prayers are with you.
January 22, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss..I have known Punky all my life...Please know my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Charles R. Schmidt..Fort Mill S.C.
Sandy Martin
January 22, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Patterson Family.. Punky was the man.. I have great memories of parties at the Patterson home and all those albums of his in alphabetical order!Unbelievable! I later met up with him at RCI and enjoyed laughing it up about our High School days. He will be missed.. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless. Sandy
Jack Kreismer
January 22, 2011
I wouldn’t be surprised if our favorite bartender/trivia maven, as he entered the Pearly Gates, asked St. Peter to name the 1951 baseball movie filmed in Pittsburgh and remade by Disney in 1994. (Not to worry, Harry. I’m not giving the answer away here.)
I’m proud to have published “The Pittsburgh Sports Wiz Trivia Quiz” and other best-selling books by you, Harry—but even prouder to have known you as a friend.
Rosemary Rixey
January 22, 2011
Oh Harry, you left too soon. But I know you are in heaven with so many friends like Ronnie, Jimmy and Pete. I remember such great times with you at concerts and the XXX punch and just kissing you for the joy of it. Condolences to your loved ones my darling and may your soul be now in rock and roll heaven and at peace. Please say hello to Elvis, Janis and Jimi for me. Love always, Rosemary
Ellen Sterling Davis
January 22, 2011
What a beautiful soul!
January 22, 2011
To the Patterson family, God be with yens at this time. I remember when punky used to 'sleep out' in a tent with us in my back yard when we were young boys. Just like the movie 'Stand by me' Walt Gardner
Dominick Mazzotta
January 21, 2011
I ran with Punky when we were kids. He was smart, funny, and shared the same interesting with me in music. He was a good person and I'm very sorry to hear this news.
Temecula,Ca.
Tom Fierst
January 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so saddened to hear the news. It seems like only yesterday that I would chase "Punky" down Aunt Louise's hallway. Love, Tom and Mary Beth Fierst and family
Danielle Llewellyn Shank
January 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jennifer Malone
January 21, 2011
Miss You Harry!! U were the Best Bartender in The Burgh!! We had some great times with you at RCI! My deepest sympathy goes out to the Patterson Family! Harry was" One Of A Kind"!!! Our prayers are with you, Jennifer Jenkins Malone and DJ Malone.
Rosie Christ
January 21, 2011
To all the Pattersons, I'm so sorry, you have my deepest sympathys and prayers. Losing someone is always hard, losing someone who is, and always be loved, is harder. My heart goes out to you all.
bob gardner
January 21, 2011
God bless you, i'm very sorry to hear that punkey had passed away . he will never be forgoten... love bob gardner and family
Debbie & Larry Kirchner
January 21, 2011
Our Harry with the ever-present smile, quick wit,and big heart was a great guy that we have lost way too soon. Our sorrow is overwhelming, but surely the angels are singing as they welcome him home. Dear friend, your Dad, Burgess and George are waiting at the big saloon above for you to pour them one. God love you...we certainly do too.
January 21, 2011
Deepest sympathies to all of you. Punky, my freind since grade school, will never be forgotten. He will be in the hearts of many. Nancy Meinert Dillman (one of Harry's Harem!)
Jessica Herrmann
January 21, 2011
To Aunt Bea and her family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family, and we are so sorry to hear about your brother's passing. All our love, Jessica (Dolan), Mike, James and Maggie Herrmann
Dave Kotlinski
January 21, 2011
I extend my deepest sympathy to the Patterson Family. Harry was one of a kind, and the best bartender that I ever saw. His wit, story telling, and amazing ability to answer every odd ball question put to him will be missed. I lost a friend. May God bless you.
Sam Wiley
January 21, 2011
Patterson Family,
I just got this today from Kevin. So very sorry to hear of this. Harry was truly a unigue guy, and always very good to me, like you all have been.
Our prayers are with you.
Love, Sam Wiley and family
January 21, 2011
Julie and Family:
We are so very sorry to hear about Harry. He was a real treasure and friend we will miss his humor and spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless and take care.
Donna Mangold and Darrell Lewis
Dave Kotlinski
January 21, 2011
I extend my deepest sympathy to the Patterson Family. Harry was one of a kind, and the best bartender I ever saw. We will certainly miss his humorous stories, quick wit, and ability to answer just about every odd ball question that was ever presented to him.
Tom "Big Daddy" Sosso
January 21, 2011
To Margaret and the family of my friend, Harry -
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Harry. I shared many a story, and many laughs with him over the years at the River City Inn. He truly was one of Pittsburgh's treasures - he will be missed.
God bless you, and be with you all at this very sad time.
paul gitelman
January 21, 2011
Peggy,Mary,and Fred,my condolences to you and your family.
January 21, 2011
To the Patterson Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Harry,may the comfort of God and the strength of your family see you all through this sad time.
David and Clare Monteverde
Nancy (Rodrigues)Gondelman
January 21, 2011
Harry, My sweet man who loved his cocktails and music. Years ago,I remember you tended bar @the Forbes Street Inn,and my girlfriends and I ,made it a regular thursday night to drink and comisirate,with you as the bartender. One hell of a guy. Rest in peace Harry. Nancy (Rodrigues) Gondelman.
Rob Strohm
January 21, 2011
To the Patterson family,
My sympathies on the loss of Harry. Pittsburgh has lost another good man.
January 21, 2011
PEGGY, MY CONDOLONCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
January 21, 2011
May Harry RIP and may God comfort your friends and family and give them Peace..! Thank you for being a friend to my cousin, Laura! To her, you were part of her family.. Thank you for that...! again RIP! My Condolences to your Family and Friends..!
jovonna,heather mack,marshall
January 21, 2011
You will always be missed but never forgotten. We didn't know you long but enjoy the moments we had together. Rest in peace old friend til we meet again love you
donna Belaief
January 21, 2011
Harry may you rest in peace.........I will miss all the great HARRY tales.
Donna Belaief
Laura Hanna
January 21, 2011
Harry, you were more than a friend, you were my family. I loved you more than you will ever know. Working togeather, laughing our heads off, your "Harry-isms", Pirate games, the Eagles concert (and so many others!), hanging with Bea and Itchy........ I could go on and on. You are gone from her but you still live in my heart and my humor. I will always want to call the RCI to settle a trivia dispute or discuss some goofy current event. It'll never be the same. I love you, sweetie. I hope you have peace.
Candy
January 21, 2011
So many knew you as a great barkeep and storyteller. The luckiest of us knew you as a friend.
I miss you, Friend.
Rest in peace, and long may you run.
Chris Patterson
January 21, 2011
Cousin, my blood and my friend. So many memories from the Christmas switchblade incident, to the Great Grand Juarez Christmas Eve taste test, to the Pirate playoffs in "94 with Ted and Jane (Turner and Fonda, ok so we came within a yard from them in the concourse), to an afterwork adult beverage at the RCI. So many memories.
But the most important was when you stood for my son Sean as his confirmation sponsor. It was a proud moment for the Patterson Family. Your Dad and your Uncle John would have been proud. But you know that now.
And I pray to have the opportunity to see you again. Sean, Corey, Leigh and I miss you already. Rest well with the Lord in eternity.
Cousin Chris
January 21, 2011
Dear Julie,
I can't tell you how sorry I am to learn about Harry, Jr.
You and Harry, Sr. raised a wonderful young man to be so talented and caring. Thinking back, he was a carbon copy of his father. I'm certain Jim Saling would have agreed.
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With fond memories and love,
Lorry Saling
Will Fenocchi
January 21, 2011
The World seems a bit dull without you Harry, we're going to miss you. Rest in Peace Bud.
Linda Kelley
January 21, 2011
I will miss you, Harry. We had so many laughs and lively conversations over the years, sharing a love for music, politics and the Steelers. You touched the lives of so many people and will be fondly remembered. May you rest in peace, my dear, dear friend.
Chip Nelson
January 21, 2011
I miss you, Harry. You were a great man and a friend to so many. I hope you are resting in peace, my friend.
Deanna Gatto
January 21, 2011
Fred. My sympathy for your family's tragic loss. Hopefully, as time goes by, good memories will overshadow the emptyness. God Bless.
michael Ryan
January 21, 2011
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.I am a thousand winds that blow;I am the diamond glints on the snow.I am the sunlight that ripened grain;I am the gentle autumns’s rain.When you awaken in the morning’s hush,I am the swift uplifting rush,Of quiet birds in circled flight.I am the soft star that shines at night.Do not stand at my grave and cry.I am not there; I did not die
I will miss you my friend
Dave Osbourn
January 21, 2011
"Harry was the bartender's bartender. A true professional that kept the RCI organized amongst the misfits of the city. He will be missed."
Anthony Cerminaro
January 21, 2011
Goodbye, Old Chum
It was great knowing you.
You have gone on to the great Home Opener in the sky.
We will meet again.
jim kanala
January 21, 2011
HP, i feel a part of me has left this earth, but our loss is heavens gain. Never going to be anyone quite like you HP, and God is lucky to have you. Rest in peace, my friend.
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