Patrick O'Hagan Obituary

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Patrick O'Hagan

Passed away unexpectedly on 5/30/06 in Santa Clara, CA at the young age of 43.Longtime companion of Lee Kuerbis, devoted father to Nicole & Donny Koch and Heather O'Hagan. Youngest son to Charles & Mary Lou O'Hagan of Humboldt, AZ. Little brother to John, Lynn & Shannon. Cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews as well as great friends as far back as grade school.Pat has a large extended family we call our Baseball Family. He's not only 'Donny's Dad' at the field, he's been a coach, a fan and a friend to many in BV Pony, SV Bulldog, All-American, and Triple Crown Baseball Families and his presence will be greatly missed in our community. Pat enjoyed being on the field with all the young men and any chance he got, the big guys in SF where he was in attendance for Barry's 715th. Pat will be missed by many but never forgotten. He will be our 'Angel in the Outfield' forever.A Celebration of Pat's life will be held this Saturday, June 3rd at 1:00 p.m. Please join us at The Chapel of Flowers, 900 S. 2nd St., San Jose, CA 95112.A trust fund has been set up for family and friends who wish to help in Pat's honor. Pat's final resting destination will be with his family in AZ, so contributions rather than flowers are appreciated and preferred. Please send donations to Lee Kuerbis/Pat O'Hagan (acct# 029-129460) c/o Bank of the West, 908 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose, CA 95123 (408) 226-5484.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Jun. 2, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick O'Hagan

13 Entries

Karin Kefalas

June 6, 2006

Pat and I were lucky enough to marry into families that were blessed with a wonderful child Nikolos Kefalas. Pat married Jean and I married Dennis Kefalas (deceased Sept. ’01), Nikolos’ father. Each of us were blessed to become the step parents of a wonderful child, whom both of us treated as if he were our own, this was done with the blessings of both of his parents. After a few years of marriage, Pat and Jean received the greatest gift, the birth of their daughter Heather who shares the beautiful blue eyes of her father. He was a wonderful attentive father who spent all of his free time with both of his kids at the baseball field, Brownies, etc. Although Jean and Pat’s marriage did not work, we have his daughter Heather to remind of us his presence and Nikolos, Donny and Nicole will have their memories of his involvement in their lives. We wish that each of us could have more time with those we love but must thank God for the short time that we have. To Pat O’Hagan and Dennis Kefalas, you will both be missed….

Jean O'Hagan

June 6, 2006

Lee, Donny and Nicole,

Nik, Heather and myself keep you all in our prayers. As you know, Pat also played an important part of Nik's baseball career. Coaching his teams, year after year. The day our Daughter Heather was born, Pat was so happy. He wanted to share the news with everyone. Our family at AMS all loved Pat, and watched in his joy of his children. He will be missed. We feel your loss as deeply and hope that if there is anything we can do to help, you will let us know.

You are all in our prayers.

Love,

Jean and Heather O'Hagan

Nik Kefalas

Sandoval Family

June 5, 2006

Lee, Donny & Nicole,

As you try and get through this difficult time and loss, may you take comfort in knowing that Pat is now your Angel in Heaven watching over all of you. Pat was a wonderful person and always had that big smile when he would greet you. He touched many lives and will be missed by all. When your having a rough day and its not going how you would like it to just remember what Pat would say, "It is what it is!"

You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

God Bless all of you~

Love, Steve, Lori, James & Sarah

Dimas Family

June 4, 2006

Lee, Donny and Nicole~

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will keep the memories that we have of Pat in our hearts forever. We have so many good times to think back on through all the years on the "baseball" field, and he was part of all those good times. He was always so nice and friendly to our family and we will miss him.

God Bless you~

The Dimas Family

Steve & Marianne Koch

June 2, 2006

Dear Lee, Nicole & Donny:

It was so nice to meet all of you in BV, and then get to know you as great friends in travel ball. There is sure to be a huge void now that Pat will no longer be around to cheer on the kids and hang with at the games. Pat had a wonderful presence - he always had a big smile and gave a firm, friendly handshake. He was a friendly and giving person, always willing to lend a hand. Pat now has the best seats, next to God, to watch his family grow into great people and to see his beloved Giants win.

You all are firmly in our thoughts and prayers, and we wish you peace and the love of God - may He be with you, to comfort you through this very difficult time, and always.

Love, Steve, Marianne, Hayden & Grant Koch

James, Christine, DJ, and Vanessa Renteria

June 2, 2006

Lee,Donny, Nicole;

We are so sorry for your loss, and so sad to hear of Pat's(your Dad's) passing Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Pat was always so nice to us, such a great guy with a genuine "Hello, Renteria's" and a warm smile. Even as our sons played on different teams, Pat always went out of his way to greet us at tournaments where we were on the oposing team. We are glad to have been blessed with knowing Pat and will have nothing but fond memories of him, always. With our Deepest condolences,

Betty Ann Masuno

June 2, 2006

I met a man with a great big laugh filled with stories by the score,of hope and faith in being true to all he met and more.

Pat was his name a shinning star who knew that God was near.

Forgiveness was his love story, a trait we hold so dear.

In never being afraid to share the knowledge that he knew.

Pat continued to tell of stories that were tried and true.

The frequent emails that was shared will certainly be missed.

I'll remember Pat and add him to my list.

God watch over him as I know you will. Until we meet in heaven may your peace keep us still.

"A Friend Loveth at All Times"

Debbie Digirolamo

June 2, 2006

For the little time that I knew Pat he was a great guy and I loved hanging with him at the ball field. I will miss all those names we used to call each other.

Terri Gessell

June 2, 2006

Pat was a big man, with a big heart, and will be missed!

Even though we won't see him at the games anymore, we know he'll still

be there!

The Gessell Family

Wendy "O"

June 2, 2006

Pat, my name poem for you [reads Patrick O'Hagan down with a poem in between]. With all my love, "luv me".

P: Is for Playful, the best fun you always found;

A: Is for Affectionate, with hugs to go around.

T: Is for Terrific, in all that you do;

R: Is for Rare, Pat there’s only one YOU.

I: Is for Interesting, the stories you tell;

C: Is for Character, good humor you could sell.

K: Is for Kindness, showing how much you care;

O: Is for Original, nobody else could compare.

H: Is for Honorable, we trust what you say;

A: Is for All-star, each and every day.

G: Is for Generous, to all that you know;

A: Is for Always, a happy face you show.

N: Is for Nice, a great friend found in you,

Our love for Pat O’Hagan will always be true!

Wendy Oertle

June 2, 2006

Pat, Lee, Nicole & Donny: Our families crossed paths one Fall day in 2001, on the baseball field of BVPB. We started out as friends then quickly became family & lifelong pals. Mickey, Tyler and I love you with all our hearts and we are so blessed to have you in our lives. God Bless You and all of the O'Hagan/Koch family, as we were blessed with you.

Wendy Oertle In Pat's Name

June 2, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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