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Patrick Holley Obituary

Holley, Patrick David 28, born in Colorado Springs, CO, raised in Chicago, loving son of David Holley and Lynne (McSheffery) Holley, loving brother of Erin (Ross) Spencer, loving uncle to Maggie Spencer, loving grandson of the late James and Jean (Masterson) McSheffery and Richard and Mavis (Houghton) Holley, loving nephew to many aunts and uncles, loving cousin to many cousins. Patrick was a proud Irishman who was full of life with a large heart who will be greatly missed. Patrick had an extreme love of animals. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Patrick's name to the South Suburban Humane Society, 1103 West End Avenue, Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Funeral services Thursday, February 18, 2010, at 8:00 p.m. at Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet. Visitation Thursday, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. For information 815-741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 16, 2010.

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Sean Mc Sheffery

February 11, 2011

Hey Pat I miss you and I want you to know that I am always thinking about you. You had a way of making everyone around you smile and laugh. You were the best big cousin in the world. Give Grandma and Grandpa a hug for me. Love you cuz!

Sean Mc Sheffery

February 11, 2011

"Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him." 1Thessalonians 4:13

Bryan Mcsheffery

February 11, 2011

Pat,
You were the best cousin anyone can ever ask for.
Your love for animals is something I can always remember. Because of you we have a cat named Ralphy. You had a big heart and you opened your arms and heart to everyone.
you will be miss but never to be forgotten.
I know everytime I hear thunder I know it is you turning up the base in sky.
love you

justin carrol

February 24, 2010

Pat,
I'm gonna miss you my friend. We had a lot of great times together.

I would really appreciate if someone would e-mail me and tell me what happened to Pat. I was only informed that he was no longer with us.

[email protected]

Brandon McSheffery

February 18, 2010

"Patrick you were the best cousin anyone could ask for. you always made me laugh and smile. you can light up the day just by walking into the room. you had a great heart and a big heart for animals. I will never never forget you Patrick. I am going to miss you."
Brandon McSheffery

Mark Dahlberg

February 18, 2010

Patrick, I am glad that we became friends over the past few years. You were such a likeable person with so much compassion and the desire to good onto others along with animals. I will never forget when you brought over that dying dog that you found and cared for it. I will never forget when you came over to my house on Halloween dressed as an angel with a halo and all. I find comfort in knowing you now have your wings and can watch over those you loved most, especially little Maggie. Thank you for being a good friend to me. You will be missed but never forgotten.

Terri Fincher

February 17, 2010

Patrick sat next to me in class for 4 weeks in Georgia. He was very bright and always eager to learn. During the 4 weeks, I learned a lot about him, including how much he loved his family and friends. I think he showed me at least 10 pictures of his niece and never failed to mention how beautiful she is. I will miss his energy and zest for life. Rest in peace my friend.

Justin & Rachel Roth

February 17, 2010

My Dear Friend Patrick...Rachel and I loved you so much. I hope you are finally at peace now. I know you have VIP up at the gates because you had VIP to every place. There was never waiting in line with you. As quoted in one of our favorite movies "May the wind always be at your back and the sun upon your face and may the wings of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars. Cheers, Patrick we love you....Justin and Rachel Roth

Bryan Mcsheffery

February 16, 2010

"Patrick, you are the greatest cousin that anyone can ever asked for. Remembering all the great times and the ohh the fun we had tossing the football around in grandma and grandpas front yard. I remember the time when you rescued Ralphie (Our cat) from the prairie. Everytime Ralphie wakes me up in the morning to feed him I am going to think of you Miss you:(
your cousin Bryan Mcsheffery

Sean McSheffery

February 16, 2010

Patrick you will be missed by everyone. You had a personality that could light up a room and make everyone laugh. Ill always remember how big of a heart you had and your soft spot for animals. Thank you for being such a great cousin and person. I love you God Bless. Romans 14:8
For if we live, we live to the Lord; and if we die, we die to the Lord. Therefore, whether we live or die, we are the Lord's.
Revelation 21:4
And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away."

Mary Kay McSheffery

February 16, 2010

Patrick you will be deeply missed. You always made me laugh,giving me good belly laughs. I will miss your sense of humor. Save some of the good jokes for me up there. I love you! Aunt Mary Kay (and Family)

February 16, 2010

Patrick,you will be deeply missed. Your sense of humor always made me laugh-you always gave me a good belly laugh!I love you and will miss you dearly. Save some of the jokes for me up there-Aunt Mary Kay(and Family)

Maribeth Candre

February 16, 2010

Everytime I walk through a ray of sunshine I am going to think of you. Patrick you are the most compassionate and loving person I had the pleasure to know, love and be loved by. Until we see each other again...I love you, Aunt Maribeth

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