Patrick McAdam

Patrick "Pat" McAdam, 56, of Marco Island, formerly of Everett, MA, died unexpectedly as a result of a motorcycle crash in Naples, FL on April 28, 2016. A graduate of Pope John High School, he joined the Everett Police Department after graduating from the Boston Police Academy in 1983. He continued on with his education to complete his Bachelor's Degree and eventually earned his Master's Degree in Criminal Justice from Western New England College. Before becoming an Everett police officer, Pat worked for Cataldo Ambulance Service. He served in the patrol force for eight years before he was promoted to Sergeant in 1991. He was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in 2001 and to Captain in 2006. He was commander of the patrol force, detective bureau and the Everett Police Department Dive team during his career. Captain McAdam served as the first commander of the Everett Police Department Special Operations Unit. A respected police professional, who by his commanding presence, work ethic, knowledge and common sense garnered respect from all who worked with him. Pat married the former Kathy Theiling on February 22, 2014 and retired after 32 years of service as a first responder in January, 2015. Pat and Kathy retired to Marco Island to spend their lives in the sunshine while seeking out new adventures. Pat lived his life to the fullest from living aboard his boat M/V Pinnacle in Boston Harbor, cruising the Caribbean, scuba diving in exotic locales to traveling cross country by motorcycle with his wife, Kathy. He was always planning the next great adventure. Pat had a warrior's heart and the soul of an angel. He lived his life with honor. He will be remembered for his generosity, loyalty and unwavering commitment to his family and friends. He will be remembered for his commitment to "doing the right thing". In addition to his wife, Kathy, Pat will be dearly missed by his mother, Carlene Anderson McAdam; sisters and brothers, Eileen (Steve) Morris of Salem, NH, Carl (Virginia) McAdam of W. Peru, ME, Kathryn McAdam of Marco Island, Michael McAdam (Steve Morin) of Providence, RI; brother-in-law, Steve Harris of Litchfield, NH, many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and members of his extended family. He was preceded in death by his father, Vincent F. McAdam, and his sister, Dr. Maureen "Micki" Harris. He will be greatly missed as well by "Da Puggle" Mugzee his loyal little friend. She always made him smile. Visitation and services will be held on Thursday, May 5th, 3 - 4 PM, Fuller Funeral Home, 4735 Tamiami Trail East, Naples. The memorial service will begin at 4:00.