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2018
Patrick Ward Obituary
Chicago, IL—Patrick Joseph Ward, 56, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2018. Loving son of the late John and Rosemary Ward (nee Quinn), dear brother of John (Mary) Ward, Peg (Tom) Call, Denise (John) Bohn, David (Meg) Ward, the late Michael, and the late Thomas. Fond uncle of Emily (David) Cory, Thomas (Nicole) Call, Kevin (Rosie) Call, Megan Call, and Katie Bohn; great-uncle to Ivy, Ian, and Amelia. Survived by one aunt, Gerry Long, and many loving cousins.Treasured friend to so many. Patrick was one of a kind and will always be remembered for his kindness, keen sense of humor, artistic talents, and unwavering love of Chicago. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 14that 11 am at St. Vincent DePaul Church, 1010 W.Webster, Chicago, with Funeral Mass to follow at 12 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Misericordia, 6300 North Ridge, Chicago, IL, 60640 would be appreciated.
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Joe Greene
April 12, 2018
Nancy and I offer our deepest sympathies to the Ward family. Nancy and I did not know Pat, but if he was anything like Denise and his other siblings, Pat was truly a wonderful individual and terrible loss to anyone who knew him.
Joe & Nancy Greene
Mariano's Demo Event Summer 2015
Nancy Alves
April 11, 2018
Nancy Alves
April 8, 2018
To the family and friends of Patrick,
We wish to express our sympathy on the loss of a friendly, kind and joyous individual from his past co workers at Mariano's of Roscoe Village. On behalf of the Demo Team and Front Cashiers you will be missed.
Nancy
Pam Owens-Smalter
April 8, 2018
I am so sorry to hear about Pat! I met him at Illinois State University and have been friends every since. We shared a lot of laughs together! He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you all!
Pam Owens-Smalter & family
Pam Owens-Smalter
April 8, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of Pat. I met him at Illinois State University and have been friends ever since. We shared many laughs together! He will be missed greatly! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Michael
April 8, 2018
Pat is and will always be a sweet and intelligent man, beautiful artistic abilities and a gentleman to his faith.
April 7, 2018
My most sincere sympathy to all the Ward siblings and families for the loss of your brother Pat. May you will find strength and support from each other during this sad time. Love, Muffy Selfridge -sister of Mary (John) Ward.
Pat Quigley
April 4, 2018
Sorry to hear about Pat's passing....it has been many many years since I had a chance to talk to him, but I can not think about Pat without laughing....what a great guy ....Pat Ward & I roomed together with Dan at ISU I can still see him sitting in the living room area constantly drawing skylines of Chicago in a spiral notebook.
Denis Galvin
March 30, 2018
Sincere sympathy to his Brother John sister,Denise and all the family from Denis galvin,catherine,James and Barry in Macroom Ireland
March 28, 2018
Denise,
I was so very sorry to read about Pat's passing and am sending you my deepest sympathy. I can remember your wonderful stories about the Ward siblings....so Pat will be missed for sure. Take care and know your not forgotten!
Sincerely, Vicki Buscher Selinger
March 28, 2018
Words cannot describe the emptiness I feel knowing I will never see by best friend again. He was the kindest and funniest individual I ever met. I will cherish all of my memories of Pat-there were so many I will have plenty to remember. His humor was so dry and contagious. Take care Bud and enjoy playing Crazy 8's with Tom and Mike!
March 28, 2018
To all the Ward Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Pat was a wonderful guy, and time spent with him was full of non-stop laughter and fun! I can only imagine the reunion happening in heaven right now with his family.
Katy Cavanagh Khayyat
The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia
March 27, 2018
Our sympathy and special prayers for Patrick and all his friends and family.
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