Patrick Dennis McClure

Patrick McClure Obituary

Patrick Dennis McClure, 75, of Palm Desert, CA passed away April 27, 2008 in Rancho Mirage, CA. He was born March 17, 1933, to Max and Betty McClure in Los Angeles, CA. Pat attended Grandview Elementary and Center Street Schools in Manhattan Beach, CA. He graduated from Redondo Union High School in 1951 where he played baseball and football. Pat attended El Camino Junior College before joining the Navy. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1952-1954. He married Dolores Bremer on September 24, 1954 in Manhattan Beach, CA. He was a police officer for Los Angeles for 23 1/2 years. He was a member of Palm Desert Country Club for 15 years. He is survived by his wife, Dolores, his once-in-a-lifetime love, of Palm Desert, CA; his daughters, Terry Otto of Redondo Beach, CA, Patricia Johnson of Colton, CA, Kathleen Peterson of Yucaipa, CA, Erin McClure of Bermuda Dunes, CA; his brothers, Terrance McClure of Lake Elsinore, CA, Timothy McClure of Torrance, CA; grandson Bryan Otto; granddaughter Colleen Peterson; niece Shannon Burke and nephew Jimmy McClure; and cousins, Maureen Feeney and Chris McAvin. Pat's private service with family and close friends was held at sea near the Manhattan Beach pier. Pat remained close to friends he had since grammar school and his L.A.P.D. partners, as well as his golfing buddies. Pat will be remembered for his sense of humor, quick wit and for being a great guy with a big heart who loved his family above all. He lived life well and leaves behind beautiful memories.

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Published by The Desert Sun on May 24, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick McClure

9 Entries

Dennis and Linda Murphy

July 14, 2008

Pat, was the only person who made me laugh while serving LAPD. Our families had some great times. I have thought of him often and told some good stories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Dennis and Linda

Scooter Patrick

June 3, 2008

I remember Pat very well, I attented all 3 of the schools with him, May God bless you Dody, You are in my prayers.

Don Pickard

June 3, 2008

Dear Dodie: Just heard of Pat's passing and just wanted to add my name to the list. He sure added life to any party. Having lost my wife recently I know what your going thru. God Bless

Don Cody

June 2, 2008

Rest in peace, my friend.

Donna Bluejacket

June 1, 2008

Dear Dodie, my dear friend. My heart broke for you, but when I met your wonderful family, I knew you would be just fine. I love your daughters, the best comfort and support group I have ever met. I know they made their father proud. Love, Donna

Edwin Broussard

June 1, 2008

Pat and I had a friendship that spanned over 60 years. Pat was a loyal and enjoyable friend,always ready with a humerous viewpoint or sound advice when needed. We both married our Highschool Sweethearts,and Pat and Dodie and Annie and I shared a warm friendship at RUHS and ever since.
You have our sympathy,and love always Dodie,
Ed and Annie Broussard

Jack Ebey

May 30, 2008

Pat McClure was one of my best friends. We grew up together in Manhattan Beach, and attended Grandview, Center St. and Redondo Union High School together. I will miss Pat and will forever remember him and cherish our formative years together. Pat McClure was an OUTSTANDING individual.

Over the years a group of four of us have stayed in touch; we call ourselves The Band of Brothers. We have added Dodie to our group as An Honoary Sister. I am sure Pat knows that Bill James, Ed Broussard and I will maintain the legend of the Band of Brothers and will include his beloved Dodie in our folds.

Timothy and Dianna McClure

May 30, 2008

Pat, my big brother, was a friend and mentor. I looked up to him for his friendship, fun to be with and unquestioning love. We laughed together, drank together and fought together always supporting Notre Dame. I and my family will miss Pat always but will also always cherish the memories he left us with. My wife will never forget his great cooking skills and creativity in the kitchen. He was a wonderful teacher for her!
Dodie, we love you and are here for you.

Bob & Karen Lindblom

May 24, 2008

Pat was such a good friend to Bob and I, and we miss him. We always had so much fun when we visited or went out to dinner with him and Delores. He had a wonderful sense of humor, and we found ourselves laughing until our sides hurt at his jokes and comments. It was great fun to watch the Notre Dame/SC football game with him, because we were as rabid fans for SC as he was for Notre Dame.

Delores, please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss, and know that we will always be here for you.

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