Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Patrick McElwee Obituary
PEKIN - Patrick Arthur "Pat" McElwee, 74, of Pekin passed away at 3:59 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Born Jan. 22, 1941, in Peoria to Patrick and Clara Louise "Mike" (Blumenshine) McElwee, he married Julie Kay Junker on July 5, 1969, in Pekin. She survives.
Also surviving are two daughters, Dianne (Al) Michalik of Sammamish, Wash., and Angela (Gleb) Gorelick of Chicago; one son, Matthew McElwee of Chicago; and four grandchildren, Taylor Rose Bouton, Magnolia Gorelick, David Gorelick and Michael Gorelick.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Michael McElwee on Sept. 20, 1985.
A 1958 graduate of Peoria Central High School, he received his Bachelor's of Science in physical education from Western Illinois University in Macomb in 1962. While at WIU, he was a member of the golf team that won a national championship and was a member of the Sigma Tau Fraternity.
Pat worked at Caterpillar Inc. for 35 years, retiring Sept. 1, 2000, as a marketing consultant at the General Office in Peoria. Previously, he taught sixth grade and coached basketball and baseball at Sipp School in Peoria for two years. Both of his teams went undefeated under his coaching.
He was a member of First Christian Church in Pekin, where he was a former elder, deacon and chairman of the church board.
He also was a member of the Pekin Kiwanis Club. He was a former member of the First Federal Savings and Loan of Pekin Board of Directors.
An avid golfer, Pat enjoyed golfing in many area outings and tournaments. He also enjoyed music, working out and volunteering with the Salvation Army and St. Jude.
His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2015, at Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. The Rev. Michael Roberts will officiate. Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Prairie Haven Cemetery in Pekin.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Pekin Salvation Army, 243 Derby St., Pekin, IL 61554 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Midwest Affiliate, 4722 N. Sheridan Road, Peoria, IL 61614.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Patrick McElwee
Allen JOSEPH Draper
May 24, 2023
I miss Pat he had a great since oh humor love aj draper
Allen Draper
May 24, 2020
Uncle Pat was a great guy and always had a smile
Lila Anderson
April 4, 2018
I,m so sorry Julie. I know my hubby Bill played golf with him.
Todd Weir
June 2, 2015
Julie,
Very sorry to hear of Pat's passing. I am fortunate to have gotten to play golf with him several times. You and your family are in my prayers.
Allen (aj) Draper
June 1, 2015
My deepest Sympathy go out to my Aunt Julie, Angie & Matthe. Pat was a great man and a wonderul kind person, love to all
Tom & Kathy Hemperly
May 31, 2015
Our deepest condolences to Julie and family. We were so very blessed to have known Pat. We hold many fond memories of him. He always made us laugh with his quick wit. We will miss him.
Bob West
May 31, 2015
So sorry to hear this. Pat was a dear friend. We were buddies through HS and played golf many times. Jan and I have only fond memories of our times with Pat. Our sympathies and condolences to the family.
Terry and Connie Metzger
May 30, 2015
Julie and family, We are so sorry for your lost. Pat was a dear friend, and we will truly miss him. Terry and I have had great times with you and Pat, we will always hold the memories close to us. Prays and thoughts are with you!
John Brown
May 30, 2015
My sincerest sympathy to the McElwee family in the loss of Patrick. I was on the golf team with Pat in high school and have a lot of fond memories of our time together.
God bless
Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results
Make a Donation
in Patrick McElwee's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Patrick McElwee
Funeral services provided by:
Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory - Pekin500 North Fourth Street, Pekin, IL 61554
How to support Patrick's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Patrick McElwee's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
