Patrick Dennis Volz

Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) Patrick "Pat" Dennis Volz, of Suffolk, VA went to be with the Lord on November 17, 2025. Pat was born on April 22, 1956, in Saginaw, MI. He was a man of faith and a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Betty and his brother, Rick.
Pat found his greatest joy in family. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Jo Ann. Together, they built a life filled with love and cherished memories. They have a beautiful, blended family and together they share 4 children, Patrick, Jr. (Nichole) and Steven (Courtney) from his first marriage and Michael (Bobbi) and Alicia (Ian) from his marriage to Jo Ann. Even through the hustle and bustle of everyday life and Pat's busy Naval career, they extended their hearts even more by taking in 2 foster daughters, Crystal (Adam) and Ricquael (Greg). Pat was also a proud Papaw to many grandchildren and great grandchildren, all of whom brought immense pride and happiness to his life. Pat is also survived by his siblings, Dave (Patty), Jim (Christina), Robert (Denise), Sue (Steve), Mike (Rose) and Matt (Lori) as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Pat proudly served in the United States Navy for 23 years, retiring with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. His dedication and commitment to serving the country was unwavering. He was a Veteran of Operation Desert Shield, Desert Storm, The Global War on Terrorism, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He received numerous personal and unit awards including The Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal with 3 gold stars and Coast Guard Joint Service Commendation Award.
Those who knew Pat will remember him as family man, a hard worker, and a devoted Detroit Lions fan that rarely missed a game. He also was an avid golfer and spent weekends on the green as often as possible.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 12:30 PM at R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home, Downtown Suffolk Chapel. Burial will follow in procession to Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 15, 2025 from 2-4 PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations be made in Pat's memory to Tunnel to Towers Veterans Village Donate - Tunnel to Towers Foundation, American Brain Foundation Protect the Future of Brain Research, or MD Anderson Cancer Center Donors & Volunteers. Condolences may be registered at RWBakerFH.com.