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Patrick Boswell Obituary

Boswell, Patrick Raymond Died Friday, January 2, 2015 as a result of a random act of street violence. He was 14 years old; an eight grade student at Iroquois Community School in Des Plaines. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Frontain; his father, Robert Boswell; his sister, Zoe Boswell; his grandmother; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Patrick enjoyed hunting and fishing and recently bagged his first deer - a ten point buck! He was an excellent athlete and played football for five years for the Maine West Junior Warriors where he was known for encouraging his team mates to do their best. He was often seen riding his dirt bike in his neighborhood. After the ride he would sit for hours and "tinker" with the bike. This brought to light a big talent for machine mechanics and he was excited to take an auto mechanics class in high school next year. Patrick loved rap music, clothes, Nike shoes and animals. He recently rescued a sweet dog that was headed for the pound and was delighted when we discovered a few weeks later that she would bless our home with eight beautiful puppies. In lieu of flowers, he would appreciate it if you sent a donation to Wagging Hearts Pet Rescue, 260 E. Belvidere Rd. #369, Hainesville, Illinois 60030. All animals that the funds help rescue will be called Patrick's Pups!! Services will held Saturday, January 10, 2015 at Our Lady of Hope Church, 9711 W. Devon Ave., Rosemont, Illinois. Visitation from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass. Interment private. Wear Nike tennis shoes to the service, it would make Patrick laugh. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Donald A. Greene, Director. For info (847) 671-7868.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 9, 2015.

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Jon Frost

July 6, 2015

You were a good kid and a hell of a gamer, rest good man

June 8, 2015

i miss you so much.

Sara Stuve

March 2, 2015

Rip Patrick ❤

January 13, 2015

To the Boswell Family - Please accept our heartfelt condolences. A loved ones passing is never easy. My fondest memories were Patrick's Halloween and pool parties. Wishing you God's peace. Kelly Perkins

I love you.

January 11, 2015

Hey Patrick. I love you. Not like friend love but deeply in love with you. No one can understand the pain I'm feeling right now. I miss you like hell, Patrick. Everyday, every thing I see reminds me of you and my heart hurts even more. I think back at all the memories we made and I smile. I know it's useless to write this because I know you will never see this and never appreciate it. But I need a way to find closure and I've been searching and I still can't truly find it. I don't know if this will help me but I needed to tell someone. I miss you so much. You made my day everyday. I would always look forward to talking to you and wait for you to text me in the great mood you were always in. I still do and get my hopes crushed when you never do. I don't feel like you're really gone. I keep telling myself you're off away on a trip and that your phone doesn't work. Or you faked this to see how many people would show up at your funeral. But it still hurts. Every day it hurts and I don't know if they'll ever be a day when it doesn't hurt. Even though you may be gone physically, I will never ever forget you. And I know for a fact that I will never stop loving you or stop missing you. You meant the world to me for more than a year. I've never been as close to a guy as I have with you and I probably never will be. You were the one guy I could go to with anything and could talk to with anything. I love you. Goodbye.

Rebecca Miller Goggins

January 11, 2015

Dearest Pat - I am a high school friend of Elaine's and I remember you well. I was so saddened to hear of the devastating loss of your sion. Patrick sounds like such a wonderful boy and I know you love him more than anything. He will be remembered. I hold you in my heart and send love and light to you, Robert, and Zoe.

Rebecca Miller Goggins

January 11, 2015

Dearest Pat - I am a high school friend of Elaine's and I remember you well. I am so saddened to hear this devastating news of the loss of your dear son. Patrick sounds like a terrific kid. I will hold you in my heart and send a light and love to you, Robert and Zoe.

Sharon Dagg

January 10, 2015

We have sent a small remembrance in Patrick's name to Wagging Hearts. (Patrick's Pups) Such a senseless act. How can one even begin to understand all of this? May your son rest in eternal peace Boswell family. Our prayers are forever with you and may you find a way to find comfort in this time of great grief. God be with you.

January 10, 2015

So sorry for your loss...I can't even begin to imagine the pain you are going through. Your entire family is in my thoughts. RIP Patrick. Stacy Prichisky

Marj Groover

January 10, 2015

I am deeply saddened by the senseless loss of a child and the pain that Patrick's family must be experiencing. My thoughts are with the Boswell family.

Lauren Staunton

January 10, 2015

Rest in paridise Patrick, you will be missed by many. Remember you are gone, but never will be forgotton. My condolences for your son Mr and Mrs. Boswell and for your brother Zoe. He is always in my thoughts and prayers

Paul Kirkpatrick

January 10, 2015

Our sincerest condolences to the Boswell family, relatives and friends. Patrick will always be remembered fondly and missed dearly.

The Kirkpatrick family

January 10, 2015

I miss you so much you were an amazing friend ily

January 9, 2015

As a mother, I cannot imagine the pain you are going through. Prayers for all of you.

Tamlyn Karkoszka

January 9, 2015

RIP Patrick
My condolences to the Boswell family

January 9, 2015

God Bless you Patrick

Eleanor Scott

January 9, 2015

I am so very sorry for the loss of Patrick.

Eleanor Scott

Nancy Hernandez - Murray

January 9, 2015

Dear Boswell Family,
We live in nearby Harwood Heights area. We were saddened to hear of your loss. We will keep Patrick and your family in our prayers. May Patrick rest in God's embrace and may God give your family strength through this difficult time.

Charles Barango

January 9, 2015

Patricia,
My few hours I spent with Patrick and his Dad will last a lifetime. Patrick will always be a bright, vibrant, and charismatic young man. He is a special person. I am so glad to have met him. Thank You for letting me spend some time with him. Chuck

January 9, 2015

I am so very sorry for your tragic loss. May Patrick rest with the angels.

January 8, 2015

Rest In Peace Patrick...you will never be forgoteen

January 8, 2015

May you rest in eternal peace and watch over your family. My condolences to your family as there are no words.

January 8, 2015

Dear Boswell Family, We are so sorry about the loss of Patrick. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with Patrick and all of you during this very difficult time. Steve and Geralyn Siptrott

Donna Wawrzyniakowski

January 8, 2015

Our prayers and thoughts go out to your entire family because no words can ever state what a terrible loss you are all going through with what happened to Patrick. You have my deepest sympathy and God watch over all of you.

January 8, 2015

we do not know each other but as a parent and grandmother I felt I had to tell how sorry I am for your loss of your son he is a angel now may he R.I.P. Elizabeth Colavito

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