Patrick Delong Derkacz

Rest in Peace, Patrick

Hi April.

This message is from Brent & Cynthia Lauer (Haley´s folks). I wanted to let you know how sad we are to hear of Patrick´s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate this seemingly impossible time.

Cynthia and I have always has such a soft spot in our hearts for Patrick and you! With our house just a block or so from Patril´s it was our great honor to come to know you both and experience Patricks exceptional cooking and your wonderful hospitality. Whether just a quick pop in for a to-go order or a long leisurely, scrumptious dinner where the two of you treated us like your personal house guests, it was always perfect. I can´t count how many meals and conversations we enjoyed with Patrick and you, but we always looked forward to the next one. I can think of a number of times we poured as many as 15 or 16 family members into the restaurant, and even under that pressure you two made it great. Or... poured enough wine so that we didn´t notice the hiccups. We will always remember our times with you two fondly.

I also want to mention how wonderful you both were to Haley. I think it was her first job when she worked with you two, and it was such a great learning and loving experience for her. Life changing in every way.

Finally... I want you to know that we are but a few of the countless people that have had their lives enriched by you and Patrick. Your seemingly simple act of building a business and trying to make a living, all while pouring your lives into a community truly means something important. So many others will remember you and Patrick for forever. What a legacy created! While Patrick´s life was far too short, it was a life with a great impact for good for so many.

And... my mouth is watering as I think of the Pasta and short ribs carried out by a smiling Patrick, and wine being topped off by you!

We look forward to seeing you soon and honoring Patrick at his memorial in September.

April... All of our best and love to you and yours. Brent and Cynthia

April, Jim and I are very sorry about Patrick´s passing. I first met Patrick at Citrus Elementary. He catered a luncheon for the staff. Amazing! As time went on, we dined at Abbondanza and Patrick provided many memorable evenings. Jim felt I should make sure to tell the world no one made short ribs like Patrick. My fondest memory is the way Patrick looked at you with his loving smile at the end of the evening. We send our condolences to you, April, and your family. With an abundance of love and aloha.

Dear April,
I am so saddened to hear this news. My heart is with you, and I am sending you love and strength.

We are so very sorry for your loss. We send our condolence's and prayers during this difficult time.

Dear April,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. In times like these, words often fall short-but please know you are in my heart and thoughts.

As A.A. Milne once wrote, "You´re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think."
May you carry these words with you in the days ahead, as a quiet reminder of your strength and resilience-even when it doesn´t feel that way.

Sending you love and my deepest sympathy,
Euniece Brockett

So sorry for your loss

What a loving and intelligent man! He touched so many lives and people. We're all better for it. He will be missed and loved by many!
Jill Meyri

Eddie & I have known Patrick for a very long time...we will miss him dearly. RIP Patrick.

I'm so happy to have known him,may he rest gently...

Come what may, I will love you until my dying day...