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PATRICK EASTER Obituary
PATRICK JOHN EASTER (Age 54)
Died on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, in Washington, DC, where he lived with his beloved and devoted wife and partner of twenty-three years, Robyn Delehanty. Patrick was born in Harlingen, TX on December 7, 1962 to Geraldine Gray and William Burton Easter. He grew up in Lubbock, TX, and received a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas and a master's degree in Public Health and Social Work from Tulane University. Patrick served in the Peace Corps in Malawi, and subsequently embarked on a long and distinguished career in federal public service. Patrick will be remembered for his kind and adventurous spirit. He was inquisitive and genuinely interested in the experience of others and made genuine connections with people everywhere he went. Patrick and Robyn travelled around the world together and shared a passion for art, architecture, history, and culture. He had a deep love of music, particularly reggae and punk rock, and would share his knowledge enthusiastically. He was a collector of art and objects, and was interested in stories, symbols, and iconography. He was unique, generous, and deeply loved. In addition to his wife Robyn, Patrick is survived by his mother and father, brothers, Paul and Brian; sisters-in-law, Anita and Donna; nephews, Adam, Paul, Dustin and David; and his niece, Julia, and is remembered with love by friends across the world. A celebration of Patrick's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Alzheimer's Foundation of America.
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Memories and Condolences
for PATRICK EASTER
Tiffany Hopkins
January 11, 2018
Patrick was a very heart warming person he has touched so many at pizzolis with his kindness and great spirit you have earned your wings fly high and rest peaceful from your pizzolis family
Sohail Ghani
January 10, 2018
Patrick was amazing person, He was kind,funny, honestly i don't know what say! My heart is crying for loss of amazing person. Today i just called his number and lovely wife picked up the phone she was crying and throw a bomb at me (Patrick had passed away.He always come to my pizzeria since i open. we became good friend .Honestly i never see any one like PATRICK JOHN(kind,caring,loving,funny,so simple.I know He will in the best place in heaven.May God Help Robyn to bear her loss.Patrick will be missed. I will always remember you in my prayers
John Irizarry
December 27, 2017
Patrick was always a person I could go talk to and relax. I have many fond memories of our conversations about PR, music, New Orleans, and even NM when I was thinking about moving here. I could always sit around and throw a few jokes with Señor Pascuas like I used to call him which is a direct translation to Spanish for Mr. Easter. I will always remember him as the good friend he was, and a person I could talk to anytime.
Joan Rogers
December 19, 2017
Just hearing of Patrick's passing. My prayers and condolences to Robyn, the Easter family, friends, and Patrick's EPA family. I spent many joyful moments with Patrick because that's what his presence provided, joy. He had a passion for music, people, the environment, culture and Robyn. I am thankful for the memories. God bless.
Clif Blanchard
December 18, 2017
Patrick and I became friends in Mrs. Hammer's third grade class. When I returned to Lubbock in High School Patrick was there and so was our friendship. We spent many hours listening to music and driving around in my car. Patrick, James Groves and I learned about music and friend ship. James died while attending Rice University, and now Patrick is gone too, I hope they are listening to great tunes together. Patrick and I lived next door to each other at UT and continued learning about alternative music and riding around in my car. We had such great times, and friendships with so many great people. Patrick will always be my best friend, and I will miss him forever.
Adrienne Blanchard Nichols
December 16, 2017
I've had the privilege of knowing Patrick since he and my younger brother, Clif, were in the third grade. He was a great guy, so very smart, and so much fun to be around. He and Clif spent hours playing Dungeon and Dragons at our house when they were in Lubbock. They remained best friends through UT and Clif even went on to name his own son after Patrick. Patrick was one of those special people who grabs ahold of your heart and stays there forever. We will all miss our friend, Patrick Easter.
Cris D'Onofrio
December 16, 2017
Patrick, your were unique; kind, generous, dedicated, brilliant, and most importantly, loved. You are missed. My prayers go out to you, your good wife Robyn and family. May we someday meet again....Godspeed, my dear friend.
Charlotte Johnson
December 15, 2017
I am so sad to hear of Patrick's death. I knew him in Jr High and high school and still remember him as a kind and gentle person. Nice to know he led an adventurous, dedicated life married to someone wonderful. My deepest condolences.
Marla Wieder
December 15, 2017
I thank you & will miss you my friend.
We are all better for having known you.
Thank you for making our world a friendlier & happier place.
Joyce Beverly
December 14, 2017
Patrick is greatly missed. He had a big heart for others and did not seem to care if you were a janitor or president... he treated others with love and respect. I miss you my friend!
Doris Shropshire
December 13, 2017
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Patrick's passing. We were colleagues at the EPA for many years and had many engaging conversations. I pray the family finds peace and comfort.
Mary Mayer-Oakes
December 13, 2017
Some people come and go in your life.
Some make a great impact. I only knew Patrick for a year or two. But he left an everlasting mark in my soul. Godspeed Patrick.
David Keith
December 13, 2017
Patrick was an essential part of my Wheatsville experience in Austin. He made going to work a good time. He was a great friend who I fondly remember. My love goes out to those he left behind. X0X0
Felicia
December 12, 2017
Patrick was a stranger to no one. He had an uncanny ability to open up and connect with people with that twinkle in his eye. I knew Patrick from work even before I knew Robyn, and when I found out these two were married, it was with surprise and delight. A perfect couple. I heard so many funny stories from Robyn about their adventures together, and how Patrick made each a true adventure in the best way. I am deeply saddened and shocked for this loss, for Robyn and for the family --I offer my most heartfelt condolences and love.
Shelley Wood
December 12, 2017
Patrick and I along with friends made some
amazing memories esp. in Jamaica at the Reggae festivals.
Life took us in different directions and he will always be remembered. Peace and comfort to his family
and many, many friends. Rest in Peace Patrick Spud.
Kristy Knight
December 11, 2017
In the brief time that we were friends in the late 80's and early 90's you gave me so many gifts in the way of music, culture and travel. I forgot how many of my favorite bands and musicians were actually introduced to me by you. Thank you Paddy for making my life richer, funner, and more interesting to say the least. Love to your family, Kuhnig.
Jack Bowles
December 11, 2017
Patrick was an excellent public servant and a wonderful colleague here at EPA. He will be greatly missed.
Michael Breaux
December 11, 2017
He placed people above all earthly things.
December 11, 2017
Patrick was part of the heart and soul of EPA OEM. He will be missed by those of us who had the privilege of working with him.
Cheers Patrick. Hope they're playing your favourite tunes....
Tom Kelly
December 11, 2017
Patrick worked with me at EPA, and he was a constant delight, both for the quality of his work and his gentle and positive personality. I had lost touch with him after my retirement, so I am shocked and saddened to learn of his death. My deepest regrets go out to his family.
Stuart
December 11, 2017
I'm just stunned and so sad to learn of Patrick's passing. I have many happy memories of working together at EPA and socializing outside of work. I will carry with me and hold in the Light many fond memories of his funny, energetic, eclectic spirit! On behalf of my family, I offer our sincerest condolences to Robyn and the rest of Patrick's family.
December 11, 2017
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Patrick, but grateful for his service to our nation with the Peace Corps in Malawi.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
Heidi
December 10, 2017
Our deepest condolences. He was an amazing spirit and dearly loved. He will be greatly missed.
Neil
December 10, 2017
Patrick was a good guy. We worked together and shared a lot of laughs
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