PATRICK JOSEPH MORRISSEY Cedar Rapids Patrick Joseph Morrissey, 61, of Cedar Rapids, passed away Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City due to injuries suffered in an accident. Pat was born Oct. 29, 1959, in Cedar Rapids, the son of John and Carol (Laschanzky) Morrissey. Survivors include two daughters, Erica Morrissey and her daughter, Leia Gregory of Texas, and Elizabeth Wendt, her husband and two children; two sisters, Regina Morrissey of Lakewood, Colo., and Peggy Guither of Iowa City, Iowa; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pat was preceded in death by his parents; both sets of grandparents; many aunts and uncles, including the very special Don and Laurel Condon; and his sister, Colleen Morrissey. Pat graduated from Regina High School in Iowa City. He was employed in construction most of his life. He will be missed by many, including his dog, whom he adopted from Colleen after her passing. Pat will be interred at Mount Calvary Cemetery. There will be a private service for family and friends at a later date. To honor Pat, please make a donation to your local animal shelter in his name. Pat, may the Lord lift you up and welcome you to his kingdom with open arms. You fought your fight and finished the race, and now it is time to receive your prize. You are in a place where there is no sickness or suffering. Rest in eternal peace brother.

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Published by The Gazette on Nov. 19, 2020.

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Diane steger

December 2, 2020

I have loved Pat for many years and have many memories.i ,miss him terribly and will miss him until I see him again

Jason madden

November 26, 2020

Patrick was a good man and will be greatly missed. He has always been a nice guy since I knew him when I was a small fella. My condolences go out to Jan and Marsha and the family as well. RIP Patch.

Judy Kurth

November 21, 2020

I am deeply saddened to have hear of this tragedy on KWWL. As a teacher at Regina during the years Pat was there, I remember him well. He had such a soft soul and I have thought of him over the years hoping his adult life had been good to him.

Jody Morrissey

November 20, 2020

Patrick was a hard worker, a fiercely loyal friend and was always ready to lend a hand to anyone who needed help. His passing leaves a big hole in our hearts.

Rick Streb

November 19, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Joe Morrissey

November 19, 2020

My cousin, my friend..... You will be missed.....

Karen Peterson

November 19, 2020

Words cannot express how grateful I am that you were in my life. You have been that bright light and the best friend a person could ever ask for. We have shared so many laughs together and I will cherish those memories forever. I am truly saddened and cannot imagine living my life without you in it. I would like to offer my heartfelt and sincere condolences to the family. Rest in peace Pat, you will never be forgotten.

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