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Reverend PATRICK McMAHON, O. Carm
Died at the age of 67 on August 29, 2016 in Englewood, New Jersey. Visitation for the Reverend Patrick McMahon, O. Carm., will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2016, at St. Thérese Church, 120 Monroe Avenue, Cresskill, New Jersey, 07626, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with prayer service at 7:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place Friday, September 2, 2016 also at St. Thérese Church, Cresskill, New Jersey, at 11 a.m. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, 10 Serpentine Road, Tenafly, New Jersey, 07670. Patrick was born in Buffalo, New York on November 23, 1948 to (the late) Charles Francis McMahon and (the late) Maureen (Sullivan) McMahon and his given name at baptism was Patrick Thomas. He is survived by his brothers Charles (late Joyce), Martin (Michelle), and Laurence (Siobhan), and by his sisters Jeanne (Joseph) Malloy, Michele (Richard) Albert, and Susan McMahon. Patrick attended Mount Carmel College in Niagara Falls. He professed simple vows as a Carmelite on August 22, 1968. He went on to earn a degree in history from Marquette University and study at the Washington Theological Union, earning a master''s degree in theological studies. He made his solemn profession with the Carmelites on April 13, 1974, and was ordained a deacon on May 10, 1975. He was ordained a Carmelite priest on May 21, 1976. He later earned both a master''s degree and a doctorate degree in history from New York University. Father Patrick served in many capacities: Lay Carmelite provincial delegate; president of the Institutum Carmelitanum at the Centro Internazionale Sant'' Alberto; instructor at Washington Theological Union and Catholic University of America; president of the North American Carmelite Institute; parochial vicar at St. Thérese Parish in Cresskill, New Jersey, where he remained until his death. May he rest in peace. Donations in honor of the Reverend Patrick McMahon, O. Carm., may be made to: the Society of Mount Carmel, 1317 North Frontage Road, Darien, Illinois, 60561. Arrangements by Barrett Funeral Home Tenafly, NJ.
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Memories and Condolences
for PATRICK McMAHON
Bettye Wilkinson
August 25, 2020
Dear Marty & Michelle and family, I still miss my buddy, He could lift my spirits whenever I was down. I still have many articles he gave me as gifts. The entire Carmelites society have welcomed me even to this day. I still have contact with many of them to this day. Hope every thing is well with you all. Take care and God bless.
Jean Cunnane
September 30, 2016
My deepest condolences to the McMahon family and the Carmelite family on the loss of Fr. Pat. He preached a beautiful retreat for our third Order Region earlier this year, was very generous with his time and knowledge although he was occupied about his brother who had ended up in the hospital with a concerning illness. Fr. Pat was delighted he could drive to see him and other family members after. He willingly shared his wisdom and experience and was encouraging to the Third Order. May he rest in peace and enjoy the company of the God he loved.
God's peace and consolation to all who will miss him.
Jean Cunnane T.O. Carmelite
Suzanne Martin
September 28, 2016
My family and I were always so happy to see Father Patrick on the altar Sunday mornings at Good Shepherd in Alexandria, VA. He was a wonderful person and priest and his sermons were always so inspirational. We were so blessed to have him in our lives.
Jerry & Carmel Fitzgerald
September 26, 2016
Deepest sympathy to the family of Fr Pat just heard of his passing He was a dear friend ,married our oldest daughter and celebrated mass at our home for Mam's 90 birthday, truly admired and loved by my sister Matilda (sr Perpetua)Fr Pat is now at peace with them both.
MaryAnn Magarelli
September 19, 2016
I only learned of Fr. Pat's passing, when, after being out of the country, I returned to Mass on 9/18. I will miss his insightful homilies. He was truly a holy & humble man of God, & I will miss him. My sincere condolences to the McMahon Family.
Peggy Clifford
September 10, 2016
While teaching in DC, Father McMahon presided on occasion at our suburban Maryland parish. One of the many remarkable things about this wonderful priest was that each week he spent time memorizing the upcoming Sunday Gospel reading so that he could truly proclaim it. He mentioned once to me that memorizing for him was not an easy task, but this was something that he very much wanted to do. This extra effort was such a gift to us. This great priest was a gift to all who knew him!
Jean Schaeffer
September 6, 2016
Fr Pat: I can't believe you are gone! Who can we turn to for insightful commentary (through your wonderful blog) on current issues a day clear-eyed view of what is spiritually important vs what is not. I'm sure you are delighted with your new position, but we will feel your loss for a very long time. R.I.P.
Michael Eixenberger
September 6, 2016
Father Pat, always a special treat, a gift from God, to listen to your homilies. Awaking my soul as you brought the words of Jesus to life. Humbly, I offer my prayers with you. God Bless You and Keep You Close as You have done so us with teaching and guiding with the Father's loving and walk on Earth. God, Thank You for letting my path cross briefly with your servant Father Pat.
Kerry Watson
September 5, 2016
Dear Marty,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You & your family are in my prayers.
Larry Cannan
September 4, 2016
McMahon Family- My condolences on the loss of your brother. I well remember the Christmas Eve midnight Mass at St Martin's he officiated back before the church renovation. That inspirational and entertaining sermon really set the tone.
Jeanne Mancision
September 3, 2016
I am a parishoner of St. Therese Church in Cresskill, NJ. My husband and I often clapped when he completed a homily which I know embarrassed him very much.
Father Pat was a gift from God. His homilies and approach to life were so inspiring,admirable and reality-based. His message was always clear, with marching orders to go forward and do better. I have great respect and fondness for him. I prayed that his suffering would be short. He endured all with grace and humility. He was a role model for all of us. A cut above. He leaves an indelible mark for me. Rest in peace, dear Fr. Pat. No more pain.
September 3, 2016
Dear Father Pat
We started our love affair with you many years ago when we went with you as you left Washington and moved to your first parish in
Bergen County.And then all those family meals and good times together over the years.
You were a wonderful blessing to us and our children.
Thanks Fr Pat for you love and kindnesses.
We love and miss you
Kevin and Ann McDermott
Patty Mulvihill Wallace & Tom Wallace
September 3, 2016
Sincere sympathy & prayers
Gail and Mark Higgins
September 3, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers to the McMahon Family....may you find comfort from family...friends and many wonderful memories...
Dan & Mary Anne McNamara
September 3, 2016
Dear members of the McMahon Family,
Your brother, Pat, and I were born on the same day in 1948. We were classmates at PS 67 and for eight years after that at St. Martin's School until 1962. I recall Pat walking in Abbott Road after school through one of those deep and silent winter snowstorms. A chance email some 50 years later allowed us to recall those times and our plans to read more Patristic writings in the years ahead. That time has been shorter than we thought. May we meet up again. Ave et vale semper.
ANGELO & VICKI NINIVAGGI
September 3, 2016
Father Pat was an eloquent,wonderful and inspiring man throughout his life. He left us to soon but we know he will be watching us from Heaven.
THE NINIVAGGI FAMILY
Leo Strickland
September 2, 2016
A Carmelite and Irish! Commitment, Service, Holiness and "the gift of the gab"! I'll always be indebted to Pat for the epic tour of Rome he gave me when I visited him at the Carmelite House, St Albert's, many moons ago. Priest, Scholar, Pastor, Classmate - "Bestie"!
Denise Parlacoski
September 2, 2016
Father Pat......
Say it is not so........your work for the Lord was not finished yet......I am forever grateful for our friendship that grew in the Lord .....you taught me so much.........I have the fire of Elijah that you planted in me and want to set the world on fire.....I am going to
Miss you.....and your beautiful way you conveyed the Lord with me and everyone who listened to you ......may the love of GOD keep you at the foot of His throne..
......alleluia !
LoBue Family
September 2, 2016
Father Pat was a kind hearted and brilliant pastor. We truly enjoyed his homily on Sunday's as he always seem to captivate the audience. He was well versed and one of most enlightening pastors we came to know. He will surely be missed and I am sure he is in a better place not suffering. God Bless you and what you did for our community and Parish. RIP eternally.
Ellen Van Zandt
September 2, 2016
Father Pat, an eloquent, compassionate, and beautiful man, who faced his illness with bravery and dignity. His homilies were inspiring. He will be missed by all at St. Therese
Bettye Wilkinson
September 2, 2016
Dear Marty & Michelle
I am so sorry I cannot be with you at this time. I had catarack surgery last month and not driving. Pat was my support for so many years. He was a sincere friend to me and my family. After my illness 7 years ago, we still kept in close touch. He was my pillow in more ways than one can know. Also,He was responsible for my working at Whitefriars Hall where I met many wonderful people. He telephoned me a week or so before he passed and we talked for at lease a half an hour during which time we recalled many things. He was such a kind heart and I thank both of you for allowing me to become your friend because I knew him. Remember please stay in touch with me. Take care and God Bless.
George Prevete
September 2, 2016
Father Pat was a good man and one of compassion and sincerety. I always enjoyed his homilys at St. Therese in Cresskill and talking with him. He has gone home to God now and I will miss him. God Bless Fr. Pat.
The Josefiak family
September 2, 2016
Thank you McMahon family for sharing such a wonderful & caring man with us and the world, may your memories bring you comfort and peace. God bless.
Alice DeClemente
September 2, 2016
Dearest Lord,
Our friend and brother Father Pat. We are sorry to learn of his passing from this world because he was a wonderful priest and son of Carmel. We are happy dear Lord that he's with you and being rewarded. I've met him several times and am the better for it. May he rest in eternal peace with you.
Barbara Westcott/RC
September 2, 2016
The Lay Carmelite Communities of the Central Western Florida Region mourn the loss of such a true spiritual leader of Lay Carmelites. As our Regional Retreat Master several times, he always taught in thought provoking ways. May Fr. McMahon rest in God's peace!
September 2, 2016
I loved Fr. McMahon for many reasons. I loved how he took on the Lay Carmelites. How he drilled in us the proper way to pray the Liturgy. I loved his grasp of Carmelite history and the way he could bring that to us. I will miss him greatly. Rest in Peace our Carmelite Brother.
Mike Ferreira, TOC Florida
Ann Doss
September 2, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to Fr. Pat's family. We enjoyed his meaningful and inspirational homilies when he visited our parish of St. John's. We were so privileged to have him in our home to share a meal with us. He was keenly intelligent, yet lacked all pretentiousness. He was a man who not only professed but lived his Faith!
May his soul rest in peace!
Ann & Sam Doss
Doreen Sazunic, T.O. Carmelite
September 1, 2016
I I am saddened to learn of the passing of Fr Pat at such a young age. He will be greatly missed by all especially by the Lay Carmelites. May
Our Lady of Mt Carmel and the Carmelite saints come to greet you and may the angels bring your soul swiftly into the Presence of our merciful God.
Thank you for your support and love of the
Lay Carmelites.
Maureen & Steve Higgins
September 1, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to Father Pat's family and friends. We were blessed that he shared his talents, preaching and sense of humor with us at Good Shepherd.
Anne-Marie Rachman
September 1, 2016
Father Pat was a friend and a bright light to our family. He shared meals at our home growing up in Closter, NJ, performed marriages, was an intellectual inspiration and a spiritual presence for many, many years. One of my cherished memories is of my mother and Father Pat dancing around the room to a polka at my wedding - very fast! Almost twenty years later, he was the one leading the Rite of Committal prayers at our mother's burial. He will be greatly missed, and as the song goes, "When they built you, brother - they broke the mold.'
- Anne-Marie Rachman (Ulrich) on behalf of The Ulrich Family (Patricia & Keven Wiedel, Peter and Parmelie Ulrich, Joe and Loreen Ulrich, and in memory of our parents, Pat and Betty Ulrich)
Laura Bedford
September 1, 2016
I loved Father Pat... He helped me through a difficult time. He has a gentle soul and a big heart. May God hold him and keep him always.
Sally Corso
September 1, 2016
A dear friend and a holy man of God. His famous belief was "The best is yet to come".Rest in peace, Father Pat.
September 1, 2016
Our dear friend and family advisor has gone to be with our heavenly father and we are left with the memories of a very special friendship that we had with him. Our condolences go out to his family and the entire Carmelite community.
John and Virginia Coleman
The Rev. Ann Ritonia
September 1, 2016
Truly a man of God and a light that will be greatly missed. His witness to the love of Christ encouraged so many and his friendship. scholarship and humor touched so many of us. He brought the kingdom a whole lot closer.
Teresa Blier
August 31, 2016
Father Patrick was an engaging and challenging preacher and teacher; a gentle and perceptive confessor and spiritual guide; and a kind, funny, bright and genuine man. Many thanks to his family and to the Carmelites for sharing him with us at Good Shepherd parish in Alexandria.
Mary Sheehan
August 31, 2016
I feel blessed to have known him and had his presence in my life for so many years at St. Therese Church.
B Rosado
August 31, 2016
Fr McMahon enriched my life as a lay Carmelite through his teachings. I am sure many were influenced by his love for Jesus and Mary which he so graciously shared. May he find that Union with The Trinity we all hope for...
August 31, 2016
My prayers are with you all on the loss of your Brother, Father Pat.
Ed and Helen Lauriha, T.O. Carms
August 31, 2016
It is not possible to use words to express our sorrow with regard to the great loss we feel about Father Pat's passing after having known him for almost 20 years. Our personal experiences with him throughout those years has enriched our spiritual growth as Lay Carmelites phenonemally because of his great example to all Carmelites. Rest in peace, dear Father.
Paul Seil
August 31, 2016
He is a great Carmelite and Priest of Jesus Christ.
Tu es Sacerdos in Aeternum.
Martin Lee
August 31, 2016
Patrick was a member of our Class of 1966 at Canisius High School and a fellow South Buffalonian. My sincere condolences to his family at this sad time.
Fran McNamara
August 31, 2016
Patrick was a very good friend of my brother Dan McNamara way back in our St. Martin's years. I remember Patrick as a very kind and gentle person. I offer my condolences to his wonderful family! What a beautiful legacy Patrick has left!!
Jim & Sue Patania
August 31, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are are witht he McMahon family.
August 31, 2016
Our love and prayers to the McMahon Family on the loss of Fr. Pat. We loved having him at Good Shepherd Catholic
Church in Alexandria Virginia.
Richard and Mary Rock
Colleen & Dave Nelson
August 31, 2016
Marty, Michelle, Liam & Hannah, So very sorry to hear of the passing of Father Pat. May you all find peace knowing he is in a better place and will always be with you in spirit.
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