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O'Brien, Patrick Thomas Ret. Chicago Police Department, went home to be with his late wife Sandra Lee (Mathis) on June 7, 2009, with his loving children and grandchildren by his side. Born on October 10, 1938 to his late parents Martin J. (Ret. CPD) and Francis (Ryno) O'Brien, also preceding him in death was his sister Joan Fealy, he leaves to cherish his memory his children, Laura (Rick) Morrison, Las Vegas, NV, Dawn (George) Lesniewski, Munster, IN, Kelly Gerstner (Adam Murphy Fiance), Schererville, IN, and Patrick (Rhonda Knee) O'Brien, Cedar Lake, IN, 13 loving grandchildren will miss their Papa, Dustin and Amanda Gordon, Las Vegas, NV, Valerie and Victor Alvarez, George, Angel, and Sandra Lee Lesniewski, Munster, IN, Alexis and Justin Gerstner, Adam Jr. and Kaelan Murphy, Schererville, IN, Greg Knee and William O'Brien, Cedar Lake, IN, he also leaves behind his beloved friend of 56 years Joyce O'Brien, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Patrick is a retired Chicago Police Officer, a Veteran of the Marines a member of the FOP lodge #7, Knights of Columbus and the Sons of the American Legion post #697. He graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1957 and was a member of the "Clyde Tech" group. Visitation Tuesday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral services Wednesday, at 9:30 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago, to Church of the Annunciata, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. 773-731-2749

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 8, 2009.

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Frank E. DiGrazia

June 3, 2023

Pat and went thru police academy at 710 west O'Brien street. We where in the same class. We graduated together and then we assigned different places. Pat was always a close friend. We met several times during our lives since we lived in the same neighborhood. Several of us became police officers, Bob Glenn, Bill Ssherlock. We had a great crew. I will always remember Pat throughout my remaining life. God bless and keep him!

Harold Hanley

June 2, 2023

Remembering Pat another year on. I'll always remember Pat as my favorite policeman. A good friend from day one.
Rest easy Pat.

Frank DiGrazia

June 3, 2022

Pat and I were in the same class at the CPD academy in 1966. We have been friends since then. My mother also passed in 2009. God care for them both!

Harold Hanley

June 2, 2022

Hello, Pat. Another year in heaven for you. You earned it. Continue to RIP, and thank you for all your great influence in the time we knew each other, brother.

Harold Hanley

June 2, 2021

Another year has passed since you left us, Pat. Another year of pleasant memories. Continue to RIP, old buddy!

Harold Hanley

June 2, 2020

Pat, you'll always be in my thoughts and prayers, old buddy. You always were my favorite policeman. I'm glad I had the chance to walk in your steps.

I'll be seeing you someday.

HAROLD HANLEY

June 2, 2019

10 years already since Pat left us. Hard to believe. But Pat still remains in our thoughts and prayers. I miss him.

Sherry Strom

June 10, 2009

To the O'Brien children, I am so sorry to hear that your father has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Sincerely,

Laura Rauch

June 9, 2009

To the children of Pat & Sandy, my condolences to you all and I hope you will find the peace of God in your hearts. Sandy's cousin Laura Rauch nee (Mathis)

Joe O'Hara

June 9, 2009

Pat & Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joe O'Hara & Family

Harold Hanley

June 9, 2009

I was deeply saddened when I learned of Pat's death. He will always be my favorite policeman since I was a kid.

May I extend my condolences to his wife and family, and I pray they have strength to carry them through this tough time.

June 9, 2009

Dear Laura, Dawn, Kelly and Patrick,

I was deeply saddened by the news of your father's death. I believe your dad had a hard life, even before he became ill toward the end, but he always had a smile for all.

Although we haven't seen each other for a long time, you are all in my thoughts often and I pray that God comforts you in this time of bereavement. Now Mom, Dad, Uncle Bill and all your grandparents are watching over you from Heaven.

Love,
Aunt JoAnne and Bill, Jr.

Ed Hester

June 9, 2009

My deepest sympathies to Pat's family and friends. I always liked Pat. We went to St.Laurence and Mt.Carmel together. We even went further back, to 69th and Woodlawn. Pat was a year older than me and I remember him teaching me to tie my shoes.

Brian

June 9, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Tim & Pamela McDonnell

June 8, 2009

Pat & family
You are in our thoughts as you go through this tough time. Your father was a great man who led a great life.

Angela Budner

June 8, 2009

Dear Pat, Ronda & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We're praying for you & your family at this very difficult time. We wish you peace and comfort in the weeks & months to come.
Love, Angela (Popovich), Joe & T.J. Budner

Mike McGrenera

June 8, 2009

"It seems in a moment, your whole world can shatter-
like morning dreams they just disappear,
like dust in your hand falling to the floor
how can life ever be the same,
it's all too easy to take so much for granted
but it's so hard to find the word to say
like a castle in the sand the water takes away
how can life ever be the same
Your old friend Mike McGrenera

June 8, 2009

Laura, Dawn, Kelly, Patrick,

I am saddenened by the news of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Thank you for sharing all the last moment photos, and sillyness on facebook. Your all champions for all you have done for your Dad.
Your Dad is an Angel now watching over you, protecting you, and lifting you to your feet when you have troubles.
Stand proud, and keep his memory going forever.
Love,

Violet

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