Patrick S. Cork

Patrick S. Cork obituary, Prineville, OR

Patrick S. Cork

Patrick Cork Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Whispering Pines Funeral Home on Dec. 9, 2025.
Patrick S Cork, 57, of Prineville, OR passed away unexpectedly on December 4 at his home.
Born on November 27, 1968 to the late Gregory Cork and Gail (Cork) Kolb in Portland, OR.
He grew up in Molalla, OR and graduated from Molalla High School in 1987.
In 1991, Patrick enlisted in the US Coast Guard and was honorably discharged in 1992. He
worked most recently as custodian for Prineville Schools.
He loved his children, grandchildren and family immensely. Patrick enjoyed watching and
cheering for the Pittsburg Steelers, fishing, and listening to music.
Patrick leaves behind his beloved son, Owen Cork, three daughters, Alysha (Joey)
Estabrook, Eimile (Kylian Beitz) Cork, Cassey (Michael McBeth) Cork, six grandchildren,
mother Gail (Colin) Kolb, brother Gary Cork and aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He will
be deeply missed. He was predeceased by his father Gregory Cork.
Patrick will be remembered for his kind heart, fun loving spirit and his deep love for his
family,
His burial will be private at Prairie City cemetery in the spring.

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