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Patrick McPherson Obituary
February 8, 1946 - May 9, 2021
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Gerry Schneiderwind Brown
November 2, 2021
I have known Pat since he and I were 13 years old.
He enjoyed his life and lived it to its fullest. He was a high energy person who was always "doing".
Pat was a bright man of many strengths and passions. As a young man, he was terrified of public speaking and yet this became his greatest strength. He learned how to openly express his opinions & beliefs despite consequences. His sense of humor endeared him to others. He was a leader & a mentor for many. He had a way of encouraging others "at the right time". Pat always kept his word. If he promised something, he would do it.
Patrick was loved by many. He had the ability to listen and to feel people´s concerns. He was not afraid to speak up when his cohorts were silent. He was a man of action, not talk.
Pat put his family and friends first in his life. His church, his sporting adventures, and his politics were close seconds. .
What a true sportsman he was! He loved hunting, fishing & kayaking, especially when Ben could accompany him. A small consolation: he died doing what he loved.
Pat was an enthusiastic booster of the Huskers; his crazy Nebraska attire always made me chuckle.
Pat took great pleasure in the time he spent serving his church at the Cloisters on the Platte.
His Life was a Race he Won. Good bye my friend!
Maris Bentley
May 13, 2021
Oh, Pat. Why did you have to leave us now? You were a fighter for truth, justice, and the American way. And we sure could use someone like you back on the State Board of Education.
My condolences to Marie, all of Pat´s family, and to all of us who knew him and were inspired by him.
Nina Head
May 13, 2021
My heart aches for your family & our party. Ditto to Robyn Terry, Pat always had such spunk and boldness! I loved him for that & he was a good mentor & fought for many good causes! He will be missed. So happy to hear he enjoyed his time at the Cloisters .
Jeffrey Hildenbrandt - 39
May 13, 2021
Thoughts and prayers. Signing off.
Michael OConnell
May 12, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Pat´s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ann
May 11, 2021
Pat and I met over 50 years ago through my mom who worked at the local drug store on Center St, and where his dad owned a gas station just a few doors down. He has been a part of my past and we shared many wonderful times and memories of our families over the years. My heart is broken over losing such a wonderful and loving man who suddenly was taken from all of us.
I share in your sadness and loss. Prayers and masses will be said for Pat, you, and all who mourn his passing. I know you will treasure all the special moments and memories you shared.
He will be remembered with love.
As long as we have memories, he will continue to live on in our hearts.
And he will raise you up on eagles wings..
Marie, may you have peace in knowing he touched so many lives and made the world a better place!
CeCe (Kammerer) Houston
May 11, 2021
Jim and I are so sorry to hear about Pat´s death. He went out of his way to help me when he was at Center Bank and I was a kid just starting to make my own banking/financial decisions. I´m sure it was because he was one of my brother´s best friends but I never forgot it. It seems he has just always been part of our family. He will be so missed.
Susie Marie Louis
May 11, 2021
Marie and family- my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace in all the beautiful memories together with Pat.
Curren and Kimberly Webb
May 11, 2021
Marie, Kimberly and I were so saddened to learn of Pat's passing. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you since we heard. He was a great friend and will be missed.
Cindee & Bruce Hansen
May 11, 2021
Marie and family...Bruce and I are so heartbroken for you. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you. I've known Pat my whole life. He was always so fun to visit with. Funny, wise and caring! I'll miss seeing him and Marie on our patio every year! This is a great loss for many. RIP Pat!
Chris Moore
May 11, 2021
Pat was a much loved friend and mentor to me. He will be greatly missed for his humor, his blunt honesty and his encyclopedic knowledge of Nebraska politics as well as his insane love of baseball especially the CWS. Marie, my prayers for peace to you.
Jacquie Price
May 11, 2021
We always had the best conversations. Pat helped me to see others perspectives and I'm so thankful for that. I'll see you again one day my Friend. My Sympathies to Marie and the family.
Lois Moskowitz Wine
May 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss. My dad, Max Moskowitz did business with Pat at the Center Bank on 42nd Street as well as with the Republican party for many years. Dad always enjoyed his lively conversations with Pat. He considered Pat a good friend, and he will be missed.
Heartland REACT
May 10, 2021
Pat joined our team in 2014 and was always very active in volunteering in the community. No matter what was asked of him, he was always willing to help. Thank you Pat for the many years of service to the community. You will be missed.
Glen Flint
May 10, 2021
My condolences to Marie and the rest of Pat's family. He was in such good spirits last time I saw him at the REACT meeting in April. I will always treasure his sense of humor and our time together on the State Board of Education.
Robyn Terry
May 10, 2021
Marie and Family my heart is just sad for you. There are few willing to give so much for their community because often, that comes at great cost. Pat knew this and continued to give anyway because he could not sit on the sidelines. He was part of the pack, always. Nothing fired him up more than an injustice. I´m sure he is already organizing the ranks of Heaven as I write this :-) Marie, we will see you soon, Robyn
George B. McClellan
May 10, 2021
I didn't agree with much of anything with Pat politically, but at least he would say out loud in public and on his blog what the rest of the NEGOP say behind closed doors.
Ken Schmit
May 10, 2021
Marie, family and friends of Pat, my condolences for your loss. I met Pat when he was volunteering at the Cloisters on the Platte and truly enjoyed talking to him about his adventures fishing and hunting. He is a true sportsman and I considered him to be a friend. We will miss him, his stories and his wonderful personality. May the Lord, our God, take Pat into his kingdom!!!
Bruce
May 10, 2021
Patrick was a good friend for many years. He will be sorely missed.
JAMES LINK
May 10, 2021
Neither one of us were any good at saying goodbye so I'll just say so long until we meet again. Thanks for all the memories. You are a good friend. Rest in peace.
Linda and Rick Miller
May 10, 2021
Marie and Family, We are sorry to hear of Pat´s passing. Pat was a good person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda and Rick Miller
Patsy Koch Johns
May 10, 2021
I learned so much on the Finance Committee of the State Board of Education. My condolences to his family and friends.
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