Patrick Finucane Obituary

Prayers continue for Pat and his family members!
He shall Never Be Forgotten!

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Pat will again remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 22 DEC, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

I'm looking forward to the "Party for Pat" held at "Sox Park" (AKA Cellular Field) on the 25th. of Aug. 2013. I'm sure Pat will provide a sunny day for us all!

I just learned of Pat's passing. What a gentle giant Pat was. I spent years as his neighbor at Hammond Marina. Pat was always willing to help out. The thing I admired the most about Pat was his politeness. Pat always had a cheerful greeting to those that passed by on the dock. With all the demands and stress so many of those that serve and protect us go through on a daily basis, Pat remained helpful and courteous. He was admired when he served on Marine Unit 1 and as a Detective for the City of Chicago. I will remember Pat most as a gentleman. God bless you Pat. May you rest in peace

Bill Hanson (Night Moves)

For every person who was lucky enough to meet such a wonderful human being as Pat, I am sorry for your loss. Our hearts are heavy together. Rest in peace my friend.

Throughout a person's life journey, many people are met, but it isn't very often that one meets one of the good guys. A person who is truly kind and caring, someone who is respectful and genuine, someone who is eager to hear about how you are doing, and excited to share a good story. This is the kind of person who is proud of who he is, but also shows gratitude, love and respect for the support of a wonderful family. No one loved his family more than Patrick Finucane. The way he spoke about his parents was with such love and pride, and even though our lives here are sad for the loss of our friend, Pat has reunited with his loving parents, and heaven got an upgrade.

MAGGIE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Dear Bill and Family,
I was very sorry to hear about your brother Pat. The many warm and wonderful memories shared are a fine testament to Pat and his family. Please accept my sympathy.
Joan Cox

Maggie and Family,
You have my deepest condolence. You and your family are in my daily prayers. It is hard at anytime to loose a loved one, God must have needed a SPECIAL ANGEL,to have taken him at this time of year! The memories are his legacy now! Cherish each and everyone of them, they are what will get you through these questionable times. Dorothy 915

Dear Bill, Meggie, Mary and Jim -

I am so sorry to hear the sad news about your dear brother Pat. Though it's been many years since I've seen or spoken with him, I recall him as a loving brother and as a man who was truly happy and proud to be a member of the CPD. Our wish for you is that as the days and weeks begin to pass, you will all find comfort and consolation - and even laughter - in the many fond memories you all hold in your hearts.

I will always have fond memories of Pat. He was one of my best friends growing up and one of the most creative and intelligent and witty characters of my life. Pat's sense of humor was disarming. He'd come up with angles on things that you'd be scratching your head wondering where that came from, as you just laughed yourself sore. He was one of the most well-read guys to come out of Bridgeport, I'd lay odds. The first time I ever heard the word "accoutrement" it was uttered by Pat! I remember playing football with him, playing GI Joe on his living room floor, going to the corner tavern and buying quarts of cherry soda and sitting on the front porch listening to baseball games in the summer with him. My life is better to have known Pat Finucane, and I pray I see him again on the other side. God bless you, Pat, and everyone you left behind. You were a dear friend and I will always, always remember you!

My most sincere sympathy and deepest gratitude goes out to Maggie and the entire Finucane family. Thanks for sharing Patrick with us. He was golden; the best of the best. At our Marine Unit Christmas party he spoke glowingly of you. He will be missed.

Bill, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing--I know you have many wonderful memories! My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Mary, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.

DEAR PAT,
THE NIGHT YOU PASSED WE EXCHANGED A CHRISTMAS HUG AND WE SAID GOODBYE AT THE DESK IN 012.I COULDNT BELIEVE THE NEWS THE NEXT DAY.I SUNK LIKE A STONE.
PAT YOU ALWAYS TREATED ME WITH LOVE AND KINDNESS. I WILL MISS YOU AND THINK OF YOU OFTEN! T KUCHARSKI 11902 012

Bill, so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Our deepest sympathy...

Bill, Rita and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Pat. Please know Pat and your family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Kris & Bernie Stefani

Maggie,Sorry to hear about your brother Pat.My prayers and thoughts are for you.Please remember the good and joyful times and stay strong and healthy.Bobby Tito Mexico

Dear Patrick:
Tomorrow I will go to say goodbye with a very heavy heart, but I know in my heart what a great person you were, always a smile weather at work or off duty I as a fellow police officer always took comfort knowing that you were working, you will be missed. If heaven has an IRA's have one for me. God bless you and most of all Thank You for being a great man.

To The Finucane Family, You were blessed with having Pat among you and he always spoke of how he was blessed by having you. He was a good Man and is now telling the Lord some great stories and bringing a smile to His face. He will be missed. Til we meet again, my friend.

Dear Finucane Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Pat was a good friend to many in the old neighborhood and I have warm memories of growing up with Pat and others on Loomis Street.

Fondly,
Art Barrett and family

Dear Jim, Lora and family,

So very sory for your loss. There are no words, but know that friends have you in their thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Debbie and family

When you think of Bridgeport, you think of the Finucane Family and St Bridget's. Our hearts are heavy with sadness over your loss. Pat was one of the nicest guys. It was a pleasure to go to school with him, hang out with him and just to know him - always smiling and always with a good word. God only made one Pat Finucane and we are blessed to say we knew him. May God comfort all of you during these sad times.

To all of the
Finucane family,

Our deepest sympathies are with you. Pat was a great guy and laudable citizen. We both chuck and I have really fond memories of him. Love to you all,

Maryjane and Chuck Puffer

Patrick may you rest in heaven and have eternal happiness. Best friend anyone could ask for.

I had the honor of knowing & working with Pat ,He was a true gentleman & a super guy, he will be missed.

Don Johnson

It was a pleasure and an honor to know Pat and to work with him. My prayers for Pat and my condolences to the family during this most difficult time.

John Chojnacki CPD ret.

To Maggie and the Finucane family our deepest sympathies. Pat's smile will be missed forever.

to Maggie and the entire Finucane family let me extend my deepest of sympathy, you will all be in my prayers -- Patrick was a very good man, who was always good to me -- I will have fond memories of him -- God Bless Your entire family at such a sad time

I had the honor of calling Pat a friend and also working with him.He was always one of the beat, Rest in peace Pat
Dan Nessling

I knew Pat from 011. I would walk with him down those dark allies anytime. A great Cop and a greater Friend

Patrick, i am at a loss for words, could you believe that? Oh how i looked forward to walking out of work as you were walking in cuz i knew i was driving home with a smile on my face. Since moving to Cental tho, i did not have that same opportunity so the few times we would run into it other we seemed to talk for hours! The best times i had were when i was doing my rotation and you taught me the ropes, what fun we had. I could go on and on, but i dont want to flood the place. You are the best of the best! Never without a smile and never a bad word about anyone. God Speed my friend, always in my heart and forever in my thoughts! My family is getting tired of hearing me say "rootin tootin Pat Finucane". I feel the Heavens are so much brighter with you there!
Love ya
Pat Sullivan and Tom Baker

I had the honor to work with Patrick in the 012th District in the 1990's. I'm a better Officer because of it. One of the nicest people I've met on this Department. He will be sorely missed. Godspeed Pat!

To the Finucane clan, take comfort in knowing Pat is adorned by many and he always brought his Irish whit and laughter which brightened up so many people's days. He was great at his work, but triumphed in friendship and touched so many. Godspeed my friend.

My deepest sympathies to the Finucane family. I met Pat in the 012th District and he was an amazing police officer. He was a a pleasure to work with because he always had a smile on his face and could keep you laughing the whole tour of duty. The police department lost one of its best! He be missed by many. God bless you Pat and rest in peace. Pat.

Pat, my friend, my brother in blue, my fellow sox fan, you will be dearly missed. R.I.P.

To a great friend. We will miss you and never forget your smile
Mizera family

Uncle Pat,

I still can't wrap my head around your passing. You meant everything to my father and as a result, our family. From our few shared experiences, you served as the life of the room - a shining light warming everyone around you. You will be greatly missed, Hoot. I love you, Uncle Pat.

Maggie and Family,
Words cannot express how I feel for your loss. Pat was a Great Guy -always smiling and telling a joke. Even if it was about my C-ville heritage! Pat truly will be missed!

Rest in Peace Pat, it was a pleasure to have known you.And a pleasure serving with you. May the Road rise up to meet you.

Thank You for 25 years of great friendship. Your contagious smile brightened many a gloomy day for so many people that needed it. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Pax Vobiscum.

Pat you will be missed by so many! You touched so many lives and changed us all! We will never forget you and your memory will live on in all that we do! The world may never truly know what it has lost losing you, but those of us who loved you know this world - our world, will never be the same! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family now as they try to carry on without you. God Bless my dear friend, rest in peace, your job here is done. We'll love you forever.

There will never be another like him. Know that the entire Finucane family is in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Pat will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 13 JAN, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.chicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Patrick,
May you rest in Peace, you gave your all to many people and served the City of Chicago proudly. It was a pleasure to have known and worked with you.

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear brother.
Nancy Frostad

I will be tripping and stumbling with words for years. Pat changed my life as his whole family impacted me. Not only did I benefit from knowing him but my family has as well. I did not have any blood brothers' but Patrick was my true brother. Never a cruel or harsh word; always a laugh and encouragement. I am lucky to have a few more brothers but Pat will always be with me now as an angel; til we meet again. I know we will.

To the entire Finucane family,I'm so very sorry,saddened, and shocked.May your faith comfort you at this time. All of the good times with Pat will be with you forever.He was such a teddy bear with a bigger hugs to always give out .Such a fine person he always was. Thirty years just wasn't long enough to know him. I'll never forget his spectacular dance at my daughters wedding. Those are memories to keep forever, and I will.
Love you All and God Bless. Debie

I'm so sorry for your loss. Pat was a huge teddy bear. Anytime I saw him..I felt looked out for...taken care of ..and always had to share a drink. Always had an awesome welcoming smile coupled with a big bear hug. Pat will be so missed. You're in my thoughts & prayers. ?

Our loving thoughts of you Patrick. I just want to send our sincere and warm support to the family. Our hearts are with you even though we cannot be there. We were just with you after all the years apart. God Bless you all. Know how much we care, Our Prayers will be with you.

Dear Finucane Family, I'm so sorry for the loss of Pat he was one in a million. Thinking of you all in my thought's and prayer's may his smile shine down on you all during the diffcult time and alway's remember those's awesome bear hugs he alway's gave to you and all the love he had for everyone.....So sorry Doreen Heeter

To the family of Patrick Finucane may God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer - Philippians 4:6,7. My deepest sympathy

May he rest in peace and join all the other great souls that have left this world....

Pat was a pleasure to be around and in CPD terms, he was 'a lot of copper.' We miss his police dedication and competence, his heart and soul, his humor, his goodness, his friendship. I picture him standing before his Creator and God, smiling, saying, "Well done, my beloved son...very well done." Now he knows His presence and His peace forever, but he leaves a terrible empty spot in Chicago. Rest in peace, pal.

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

Please accept my condolences on the passing of your brother. It's always hard to say goodbye to someone you love so please know I am thinking of you and your family.
My deepest sympathy,
Jennifer Tuider

Maggie and the entire Finucane family. Words cannot express how saddened I am at the loss of Pat. He is/was a great guy and the memories of him will last a life time. Please know I am here for you all.

The world is a smaller, darker place now that Pat has left us. He is sorely missed.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

A good man and even a better friend

For those that new "rootin', tootin', sharp shootin' Pat Finucane" our worlds are just a little darker these days having lost that smile that could light up an entire room. I look forward to the day when the sky is bright blue and the warmth of that smile surrounds us from heaven.

"Until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand."

Chuid eile i síocháin Pádraig!

I am very sorry to hear of Pat's passing. He was a gentleman, and, will be in my prayers.
Retired CPD Capt.

My deepest condolences to the Finucane Family.
Pat was the best of the best. He will be missed by all who knew him along with that giant smile of his. I met Pat over 30 yrs. ago with my brother Marty, when going through the assessment center, and became friends. I'm sure Marty is showing Pat around up there and they are having a few laughs and a beer or two together.
May God Bless Pat and your Family and hold you all in the palm of His hand.
RIP my Brother in Blue, you have earned it!

Patrick you were THE BEST!! Every time I saw you I knew there would be a laugh and a smile. Thanks for all the tips along the way and I'll never forget the " Canary Cadillac Caper". God Bless you and Rest In Peace.

R.I.P. Pat, you were one of the good ones!

Our deepest sympathies to the Finucane Family, what a loss to all. Pat (Benny) your smile will be missed, you could light up a room that's for sure!
Cheers!

My deepest sympathy to your entire family. Mary, you always had the most wonderful stories about your dear Pat. God's blessings & comfort at this most difficult time.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Rest easy Patrick, you were a great copper and good man.