Patrick Henri Bolton

Patrick Henri Bolton obituary, Irvington, AL

Patrick Henri Bolton

Patrick Bolton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 20, 2024.
Patrick Henri Bolton, 56, went to meet the Lord on September 18, 2024. He was born on November 16, 1967 in Huntsville, Alabama, to Robert Joseph and Bernadette Paulette Henriette Leveque Bolton.

Patrick was raised in Huntsville, Alabama where he graduated from Lee High School. He received a bachelor's degree in Humanities from Christian Brothers University in Memphis and a Master of Divinity from Notre Dame Seminary Graduate School of Theology in New Orleans. Patrick moved to Mobile to continue his ministry as a Board Certified Catholic Chaplain. He served as the Clinical Chaplain with Mercy Medical - now Mercy LIFE of Alabama - for over 28 years. It was at Mercy Medical that he met his wife. Patrick committed his entire career to supporting the spiritual needs of those in the community through his outreach in healthcare through spirituality. Patrick was a long-time Mercy Associate and partnered with the Sisters of Mercy to support their mission, ministry, and spirituality.

He was an active member of Our Savior Catholic Church where he served as a Lector, previously served on the Parish Council, and sponsored RCIA candidates. Patrick was a Third Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus #11366. He also served on the Sister Parish committee and visited Temascalapa, Mexico in late July.

Patrick began playing league tennis at Oakwood Swim and Racquet Club in 2007, where he served two years as the Director of Tennis for the Men's League and served on the Board of Directors. He played in all tennis events, including Mens, Mixed, and Combo, and was a valuable asset to every team he played on. Patrick founded the Mobile USTA Flex League in 2014, where he did an outstanding job setting up singles and doubles matches for all levels. Patrick won his first BATA Championship as a captain in 2019. He was excited about playing at the State Championships in his hometown of Huntsville during 2021 and 2022. Patrick enjoyed having his mother and hometown friends watch him compete against the best competition in the state of Alabama where, in those matches, his record was 7-1.

To continue his love of tennis, in 2020, Patrick studied and prepared to become a tennis officiant and began officiating USTA matches in the Southeast Division where he was a State Championship referee for adult tournaments. Patrick was also an ITA official and officiated Division 1 NCAA tournaments for the University of South Alabama, the University of Alabama, LSU, and Mississippi State. He officiated his final matches just weeks prior to his death.

Patrick enjoyed being a member of the Old Goat Patrol where he served as Chaplain and Assistant Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 143 from St. Dominic Parish. He was always ready for the food line and was the founder of the Order of the Fork. Patrick was awarded the Bronze Pelican Emblem in recognition of his contributions to the spiritual development of youth in scouting.

Patrick was a volunteer Chaplain for Mobile Infirmary. He was a graduate of the Leadership Mobile class of 2005. He served as the past president of the Mobile Area Interfaith Conference, a previous board member for Habitat for Humanity, board treasurer for the Alabama Chaplains Association and the National Association of Catholic Chaplains.

He was preceded in death by his father. Patrick is survived by his wife of 23 years, Margie; their children, Andrew Leveque and Abigail Cecile; his mother Bernadette Bolton and sister Diana Lee Bolton of Huntsville, Alabama; parents-in-law, Diana and Mike Williams of Irvington, Alabama; sister-in-law, Rae (Wesley) Leytham, nieces, Avery, Saylor, and Maggie of Daphne, Alabama; extended family in Alabama, California, and France; his beloved work family, the tennis community, and so many more.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 12 noon at Our Savior Catholic Church on Cody Road in Mobile, Alabama, and on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary of the Visitation Catholic Church on Jefferson Street in Huntsville, Alabama.

Our family offers immense gratitude to the compassionate and caring staff of The Retreat at Saad Hospice.

As a final gift, Patrick donated his body to the University of South Alabama College of Medicine Anatomical Gifts Program in the hope that research will find a cure for the cancer that quickly claimed his earthly body.

Patrick emulated the life of Saint Catherine McAuley and spent the majority of his career living her ministry. In lieu of flowers, donations should be sent to The Convent of Mercy, 101 Wimbledon Drive West, Mobile, AL 36608.

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October 23, 2024

Mei Hand posted to the memorial.

October 2, 2024

Mark Brown posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2024

Mark Brown posted to the memorial.

Mei Hand

October 23, 2024

I met Patrick thru the USTA Mentoring Program earlier this year and after our first phone call, I remember thinking this guy will be a very good official. He wanted to be the best official that he could be. We spent many hours talking about rules and regulations, match scenarios and of course many anecdotes. I will miss ypu my friend. Rest in Peace

Mark Brown

October 2, 2024

Here are some fabulous pictures of Patrick - always smiling - often eating - and ready for a great outdoor experience - and I was lucky to share many with him. Whitewater rafting, chasing llamas, Pikes Peak and more. I miss you.

Mark Brown

October 1, 2024

One of our trips started of with many scouts eating at one particular fast food restaurant and many getting disastrous GI issues in the middle of the National Forrest.

Forever after, Patrick always defended this chain - and I always was quick to send him new stories of health issues - as well as let him know about all of the special sales they had. We always had a great laugh about that weekend.

Mark Brown

October 1, 2024

I first met Patrick as our group of scouts came together to go to Philmont, early in 2018. We instantly became friends and continued hiking long after our trip out west, throughout Covid times (there's probably video of us breaking in the Dauphin Island Sanctuary while it was closed to the public) - and walking 3 miles every week.

Seen here, at Blakely on one of our practice hikes.

Single Memorial Tree

Stephen Brandow

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Fr Stephen Brandow

October 1, 2024

He is a fine man I was happy to have attended seminary with him. Will be offering mass for him 10-2 at V.A Alexandria

Alan E. Bowman

September 30, 2024

Patrick served on the Board of Directors for National Association of Catholic Chaplains which is where I first met him. I later was privileged to serve in Spiritual Care/Mission with Patrick within the Trinity Health System where Patrick was known as a compassionate and dedicated Chaplain who brought creativity and generosity to his ministry. His sincere care for participants and colleagues emanated from his very being and was powerfully evident in how he listened to those entrusted to his care. I offer my prayers for his family, friends, and colleagues.

Comfort Planter

Cheryl & Gary Robinson

Sent Flowers

Joy Brindley

September 28, 2024

Patrick was a dear friend in Christ. We worked together as USTA/ITA officials, and I admired his determination to be the best official he could be. His spirit will live through those of us who remember him as we serve the USTA/ITA on the tennis courts.
I remember working with him last year in Niceville and when we had a rain delay, he insisted that I join him on a walk in the neighborhood. My little legs had to work hard to keep up with his long legs, but it was worth the effort. He loved the outdoors and his meditation time was a regular part of his days. When I recently moved back to Huntsville, AL, he told me we would go for a hike the next time he is in Huntsville. For that reason, I gave a donation to the Huntsville Land Trust hiking trails, in memory of Patrick. I will thank him for sharing his love of God, passion for tennis, and dedication to friends and family as I hike those trails. I encourage everyone to donate something in memory of Patrick Bolton as we carry on his legacy of giving.
RIP my sweet friend.

Adrian Harmon

September 27, 2024

Patrick was a kind soul. He was so kind to resident and staff at McAuley Place. Every year he would have blessing of the hands for the staff. Thank you for your service.
Believe

Mercy Association

September 26, 2024

On behalf of the Institute Office of Association, please accept our deepest sympathies. Patrick was a cherished Mercy Associate, and his presence in our community will be deeply missed. His commitment to Mercy touched many lives, and we are grateful for the time we shared with him.

We rejoice in knowing that Catherine awaits him with a choir of angels, welcoming him home with love and peace. Please know that we are holding your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories of his life and the love he brought to those around him.

With heartfelt condolences,
Mercy Association

Dinah Young

September 25, 2024

I will miss Patrick my dear friend of 28 years tremendously. He loved St Francis with all his heart and emulated him in his caring and compassionate manner. Patrick taught me to look up and love Gods beauty especially in nature. He was a true outdoors man. Patrick never wavered from his faith in God or His teachings even when going through hardships. The stress he so graciously endured the last 2 years of his short life was heartbreaking.
I will miss his sense of humor, laugh and big hugs. A gentle giant who will be remembered always and sorely missed. Rest in Peace my dear Friend
Till we meet again! Dinah Young

Cecilia Mace

September 25, 2024

We are getting ready this morning to serve lunch at Mercy life in honor of Patrick. The photo is from last year`s Mercy Day celebration. it´s just like Patrick to think of all his coworkers. This was his last request for me received in early Aug. He called the day after his diagnosis to apologize for not attending our fundraising event that night for an anti-human trafficking program. Today, Sister Marilyn Graf, Zippy Doll and Mark Moberg will join us in honor of Patrick. Genuinely compassionate, unbearably missed and deeply loved!!!

Kathy Laub

September 24, 2024

Patrick was a kind, sweet, gentle man who will be deeply missed in the tennis community and by the tennis officials.
We are praying for Gods peace and comfort for the family.
Hans and Kathy

Debby Stringfellow

September 24, 2024

We had lots of conversations concerning tennis. He told me once he planned to be the oldest singles player to enter a USTA tournament. I wished him luck and to take care of his knees cause they go first. The community will truly miss him.

Treasured Tribute Wreath

Mostellar Medical Center

Sent Flowers

Emily Lewis Smith

September 22, 2024

I remember Patrick playing kickball with us little kids in the neighborhood cul de sac which we called "the circle." We would always go knock on his door and ask him to play with us and I can´t remember a time that he ever said no; he was always so nice to us. Those are some of my favorite childhood memories. May you rest in peace.

Marynell Lewis

September 21, 2024

Patrick was my friend. I will miss him. Oh how he loved his Catholic faith, his family, his work, nature and all of life. One of God´s chosen ones, he was a blessing in my life.

Michael Hardin

September 21, 2024

He came to a seminar I did.

Jeanne Howard

September 21, 2024

I met Patrick through you, Margie, when he sponsored you in the RCIA at Our Savior. I knew immediately that he was an exceptional man -- compassionate, funny and holy. Even though we have not seen each other in years, I am holding you and all of his family in prayer and sending my love from Kentucky.

Kevin Lewis

September 21, 2024

Growing up next door he was always someone I looked up to. As odd a memory as this may be, what has stuck with me for all these years is that he taught me when cutting grass to always overlap with each pass. Often when I mow the yard that thought pops into my head. Peace be with you Patrick.

Group of 10 Memorial Trees

The Olzinski Family

Planted Trees

Kathy McMaken

September 20, 2024

I worked with Patrick at Mercy Medical when I was the social work director and he was the chaplains' director. His sense of humor was unmatched, as was his sincere faith and his Christ-like compassion. It was an honor to work with him in that spiritual place, and I'll always be grateful for his friendship and grace.

Paul Min

September 20, 2024

He is a great person and a good tennis buddy. I am so sorry and heartbroken. Rest in peace my friend. So long, Paul

Wanda Batts Ortiz

September 20, 2024

Remembering Patrick a true friend and kind soul. I´m still reeling from the news of Patrick´s passing. My heart goes out to his family and all those whose lives he touched. Patrick and I shared unforgettable memories at St. Mary´s school and beyond into our high school years at Lee High School. His kindness ,warmth, and genuine interest in others made him a beloved friend to many. What stands out most in my mind was the invaluable advice Patrick shared with me during our high school days. His insight and guidance helped shape my career path and I will always cherish that. Patrick embodied the true meaning of kindness , compassion, and empathy. He had a heart of gold always willing to lend a listening ear or offer support. Rest in peace dear Patrick your legacy lives on through the countless lives you´ve touched including mine. You´ll never be forgotten.
Wanda Batts Ortiz

Greg Pouncey

September 20, 2024

I enjoyed playing tennis with and against him. A good man.

Michele Lersch

September 20, 2024

Patrick had a zest for life and was never too stodgy to have fun, even to laugh at himself. I am honored to call him "friend" and blessed to have known him for the short time I did.
-Michele Lersch

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October 23, 2024

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