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Patrick Friel Obituary

FRIEL, PATRICK J., 52, passed away at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital on November 6, 2012. Born in Warwick on November 17, 1959, a son of the late James E. and Eileen M. (Kavanagh) Friel, Patrick was a member of Pilgrim High School Class of 1977 and was employed by UPS for many years. In keeping with Patrick's giving spirit, his corneas were donated so that others may see. Patrick is survived by his brothers; James E. Friel, Jr. of Coventry, Robert H. Friel, Esq. and Paul J. Friel both of Warwick. He was the brother of the late Michael P. Friel. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, grandnephews, grandnieces and a multitude of close friends. In keeping with Patrick's desires, calling hours are respectfully omitted. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Timothy Church, 1799 Warwick Avenue, Warwick on Friday November 9, 2012 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers donations in Patrick's name to Assumption Church Food Ministry, C/O Sr. Angela Daniels 791 Potters Avenue, Providence, RI 02907 will be greatly appreciated. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence. Condolences please visit www.trainorfh.com.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Nov. 8, 2012.

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Hector Fred

September 14, 2017

To: The Friel Family. Very Sorry for your loss . I did not know patrick had passed away. R.I.P. My friend. Hector Fred.

E

December 6, 2012

thinking of you daily, Patrick....

Frank Oleary

December 4, 2012

I just learned today of the passing of patrick.I did not know that he was sick.
To Jimmy,Bobby,and Paul I give my deepest sympathy,we all grew up together as kids,and each one of you is a special person to me,Patrick was one hell of a good person and we had more fun than I could ever print on this page,I loved him and he will never be forgotten. Hang in there you have all been through a rough time lately. Your lifetime friend. Frank Oleary

Carol DiNitto-Rosol

November 14, 2012

Dear Bobby,
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear brothers Patrick and Michael. They were great guys who had that wonderful and unique Friel sense of humor.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

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November 12, 2012

just loving and missing you, my friend...

Kenneth Carpenter

November 12, 2012

Sorry to hear of such bad news. My first day of school at St Tim's Patrick was in the school yard ,and pointed me to the first grade line . He said Ken this is first grade line . were on bus six , some things you never forget. My prayers are with his family and friends

diane pasquazzi

November 12, 2012

Dear Bobby and family,
My deepest sympathies in the loss of Patrick. I am saddened to learn of Mike's passing,too, as I just read it here. My thoughts and prayers are with you. This quote has resonated with me and I share it with you." death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal".

Parkway Boys

November 12, 2012

God Bless you Patrick,you will be missed.

Colleen Corcoran

November 11, 2012

Jim, Bob and Paul
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Pat. Know that he is with your Mom, Dad and brother Mike. I'll keep you and your families in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Todd Mennillo

November 11, 2012

Pat was always one of the most physically gifted,smartest people I knew,with a razor sharp wit that laughed at the world.Gone much too young he will be missed.

November 11, 2012

Dear Bob & Family,
I"m so sorry to hear of your loss. It's been a though year for you all. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless and take take Bobby...Deb D.

Ted Spencer

November 9, 2012

Patrick,
You were my next door neighbor and friend since 1962, that's when I met you and your dog, Laddie, so I would like to take this opportunity to reflect as I say my final good-bye. We left a lot of skin on the asphalt at John Brown Francis in some hard fought basketball. (you had the self proclaimed handle of "sky king") We had a good run with $urebet Landscaping, that was if you and Rob didn't blow off the days work for a day at Narragansett Beach.

Ted Spencer

November 9, 2012

Patrick,
You were my next door neighbor and friend since 1962 that's when I met you and your dog Laddie so I would like to take this opportunity to reflect as I say my final good-bye. We left a lot of skin on the asphalt at John Brown Francis in some hard fought basketball. (you had the self proclaimed handle of "sky king") We had a good run with $urebet Landscaping, that was if you and Rob didn't blow off the days work for a day at Narragansett Beach.

James Kiley

November 9, 2012

So sorry to hear about Pat. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Friel family.

Ted Spencer

November 9, 2012

We told jokes and stories, even made up songs and would sing them all day. Funny stuff. More often than not we would knock off early and head to Stevens Shack or Marty's. You were very animated and could impersonate anyone from family and friends , to athletes and actors. You had a gift and I was a recipient. Rest in peace my brother.
Teddy Spencer

November 9, 2012

Patrick,
You were my next door neighbor and friend since 1962 when I met you and your dog Laddie so I would like to take this opportunity to reflect as I say my final good-bye. We left a lot of skin on the asphalt at John Brown Francis in some hard fought basketball. (you had the self-proclaimed handle of "sky king") We also had a good run with $urebet Landscaping, that was if you and Rob didn't blow off the days work for a day at Narragansett Beach. We told jokes and stories, even made up songsand would sing

Cindy Spencer

November 9, 2012

Patrick,
Thank you for all the laughter and memories you gave to me and my daughter throughout the years. You will be dearly missed.
Cindy and Brandi

Martina Farrell

November 9, 2012

Dear Bob & Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mike&Debbie McGrath

November 9, 2012

We were so shocked to hear of Pat's passing,way too young.Pat & Mike worked at UPS and I can remember lots of great times we had together,so sorry for your loss,our deepest sympathy, God Bless, Mike & Debbie McGrath

Tom Field

November 9, 2012

To the Friel family, very sorry for your loss. I have some great memories of fun fall and winter weekends playing pond and street hockey with Pat. Rest my friend.----Tom Field

The Martini Family

November 9, 2012

To all Pat's family,
We are all very saddened to hear of Pat's passing. He was a good soul with a wonderful sense of humor and a heart of gold. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Johnny Strain

November 9, 2012

Dear Bobby and the Friel Family -- I was very sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. I hope the many kind words of family and friends will help you through this difficult time. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!!

November 8, 2012

growing up next to 5 Friel boys for 48 years was never a dull moment...5 of the funniest,smartest,BIGGEST HEARTED people i have ever kmown..jimmie, bobbie,paulie...i always wanted to be th Friel sister next door...in my heart i always will be..much love and you know our loved ones are in a better place..patti spencer..kaena dunn..and robert c. dunn III..RIP PAT BABY..MUCH LOVE

Kaena Dunn

November 8, 2012

Wish I could have seen your smile just one more time, but it's okay because I know you are at peace with your family members. I can also guarantee my Dad welcomed you with open arms. You were his lifelong best friend & I know how happy he is to be with you again. Heaven is in for many many good laughs. Condolences to the Friel family, Patbaby was the greatest & I will always remember the great times we shared during my childhood. He will definitely be missed. love always, RIP

Tom Rose

November 8, 2012

Jimmy,Bobby and Paul, I grew up with Pat since 2nd grade. We've always had laughs all through life. He used to hang down on my families property on Browns farm. The one guy who never had a bad thing to say but always had something amusing to say. I'll miss him. Paul Warren has some good company. God bless, Tom Rose

Stephen McGuinness

November 8, 2012

Dear Jimmy, Bobby and Paulie,

As Big Jim's designated "sixth son," I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my little brother, Patrick. As with Michael before him, his memory will always bring a smile to my heart.

November 8, 2012

Bob and The Friel Family: My deepest condolences to each of you during this very difficult time. You are all in my prayers.

Patti Fetta-Collins

Ted Cormier

November 8, 2012

So saddened to hear of Patrick's passing.My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Friel family

The Friel Boys

Jocelyn Friel

November 8, 2012

The Friel Boys

Jocelyn Friel

November 8, 2012

Tom Dolan

November 8, 2012

Bob and the members of the Friel family. Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Thomas and Kristen Cobb

November 8, 2012

Bob and family, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all.

Marilyn Heidel

November 8, 2012

Dear Jimmy,Bobby,Paul,
We are so sad to hear of Patrick's passing. The only way it makes it easier is to believe he is in a better place and with his mom, dad and Mike. Gary is having minor surgery tomorrow so we will be unable to attend the Mass, but please know that we are with the entire Friel family in spirit. Love to you all, Gary, Marilyn, Rebecca, Max, Tess, Emma and Betsy Heidel

Patty Francois-Lewis

November 8, 2012

Jimmy,Bobby & Paul,

I am so sorry and I want you to know I am thinking of you and what you and your family must be going through right now. Please accept my condolences. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you

patty mcdonald

November 8, 2012

as the oldest of the mcdonald family we all wish to send our thoughts and prayers to your entire family at this sad time.know that pat was a wounderful man and is in the hands of god now.and hes back home with mom and dad.believe

Gary & Debbie Jarvis

November 8, 2012

Our sympathies to the entire Friel family. He was one of a kind and will be missed.

James & Sarah Dingley

November 8, 2012

Our thoughts & prayers are with the Friel family during this sad time.

Ann Marie Razza

November 8, 2012

So sad to hear about Pat, he always made me laugh, he was a unique person, I am so sorry for your loss

November 8, 2012

Dear Jim, Bob and Paul, we are so very saddened to hear of Pat's passing. Pat had a heart of gold and always had a friendly and or funny thing to say. Jim and I loved Pat. Pat is now with his Mom, Dad and brother at peace. Please know that Jim and Pam are thinking, praying and love you all.

Jim (UPS) and Pam (childhood friends...adulthood friends) xoxo

Jocelyn Friel

November 8, 2012

I am forever grateful of the time we spent together over the past eight months. My respect for you grew exponentially and the conversations, tears, and hugs we shared will always hold a very special place in my heart. You made good on a promise to yourself and I think that speaks volumes about the person that you were! All my love Uncle Pat, Love Jocelyn Eileen

Elaine (Putney) Marchant

November 8, 2012

Sweet D. Patrick... You left us too soon. The world down here will never be the same without you. Sympathies to the Friel family.
Love, Elaine

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