I was a good friend of Patrick's at the University of Dayton. I was a few years younger but he was a good friend. We were in the fraternity together as a brothers!

I just stumbled upon the info that Pat has moved to his mansion with many rooms prepared by Jesus.  One of my first memories of Pat was at Brebeuf, during a pickup game of basketball in the gym.  Pat had an easy break-away layup but was pushed from behind at the last second by a bigger classmate and went tumbling across the hardwood floor out of bounds.  In an instant he was up on his feet and charged and tackled the other kid but then in the spirit of camaraderie both players were quickly on their feet and shaking hands. If my memory serves me right, both were on the wrestling team.
I met Pat many years later when he hired me as a mortgage originator.  He was such a nice guy.  We shared a meal, talked, joked.  He was definitely one of the kindest friends I knew.  I'm sad to hear at this late date that he has passed on and I wish his family my condolences.

I was an incoming freshman at UD in 1974. Patrick was a great mentor to all of the incoming Pledges at Phi Kappa Mu Fraternity. Possible one of the funniest guys I ever met. I didn't know he had passed until I read the UD Magazine. RIP Patrick. You were and always will be one of greatest Brothers I have ever known!

"So Pat is your cousin?  Pat is such a great guy."  And so began every conversation I had when the person found out that Pat was indeed my cousin.
When my sister, Kitty, called me to tell me Pat was in the hospital and it was touch and go, a flood of memories hit me.  From our most recent phone call to when I first could remember meeting my Uncle Mac, Aunt Esther and Ky, Betsy, Charlie, Pat and Mike - my five wonderful cousins.  I remember all the laughter and good times our families had.  Pat was 14 years older but did we spend a lot of time together, he was always on the lookout for me professionally - he got me to join his networking group, BNI, not matter what job I had he was always suggesting people to call.  We went to other professional events together and often had a meal together.  Pat was a tremendous joke teller - just fantastic timing and a great dresser.
My grandmother mentioned more than once "what a great father he is."  He was so proud of his kids and I think he truly loved being a Dad.
Pat was quick as well.  One time we were at an event at the Museum of Art when a very pregnant woman walked up to me and asked, "Are you Ryan McCormick?"  Pat looked at me and said, "Is that yours?"  We cracked up, it was a woman I had dated in college.  I will miss Pat so much but I am so happy to have known him and so proud to have called him my cousin Pat.  He is such a great guy!!!


Shocked and saddened to hear of Pat’ s passing.  I first met Pat in 1985 when  I started out in real estate.  He was so helpful and positive in getting my transactions to the closing table.  What a cool guy! 
My sincere condolences to his family.

Bill Dinnin

My brother Pat was a breath of fresh air that blew my way often.   We had many phone calls discussing anything that was on our minds,  One of those things was diabetes and what an insidious disease it is.  I have that in common with my brother, but to a lesser degree.  To have battled diabetes for 50 years and survived that long is incredible.   He had his ups and downs, but he hid his downside and rarely let anyone see that part of him.   He would always sign off with one of these favorite phrases of his:
"You do what you gotta do and go from there.  See ya'".
"Keep smilin' and dialin'.  See ya'".
"Go do the next best right thing.  See ya'"
"You gotta be thankful and grateful.  See ya'".
He had a great sense of humor and shared it with anyone and everyone.  No one was ever a total stranger to him.  He always found something to say.  God love you, Pat.  I know we do down here and will sincerely miss you.  


My friends, mentors, and brothers. Yet another kind soul that passed our way, in our experience of life, has gone to his reward.  Pat is gone too soon. He was always the light in the corner of the room. Always a good friend and never once in the brief time that I knew him did I ever feel a mean spirit in this guy. He will be missed. Just another lesson that life is short. Each day is a gift. Pat made each day better when he was here. God bless and keep him close in heaven. ds


I just found out about Patrick’s funeral last night, so I am thinking of him and our family today.  I started to write a poem about him, but his words that he emailed me are so much better than any poem I could write to serve as a proper tribute to him.  A man of tremendous faith with the heart of a public servant, he started volunteering in college, and his Mother was so proud of that.  When I shared that with him, he emailed me  his response.  To show the kind of man Patrick was - caring, compassionate, and grateful, here are his words:  

Really was affected by what mom said about my volunteering in college.
Still do it
It is the right thing to do.

Also, I am so blessed to have a lovely, giving, caring, and concerned wife
She thinks of herself after taking care of 27 others
When one gives one receives
You think I do not have it good?
Karen
Ali 
Nick
Nick and Ali call
Both work incredible hours
Both in great shape
Committing time, giving hours to their interests 

Did I not learn so very much from 2 outstanding parents?
I am so blessed
Especially for some of people I volunteer for.
God tells us what to do
Look around there are always people less fortunate than you and I

I volunteer at prison
I am called a Mentor 
97.5% of prisoners were intoxicated on alcohol or drugs when arrested for illegal activity 
Might be our neighbors sometime
The issue is do we or can we help or try to help others?
Most of us can.
We keep the faith
We keep smiling.  ️

If wealth were measured by one’s character and the love one has for their family, friends, and community, then Patrick McCormick was the wealthiest man in the world.  Patrick’s love, light, and legacy live on, through Karen, Nick, and Ali.  There is no greater legacy for one to leave.  


Karen, Ali and Nick, may you feel God's nearness and the comfort of His spirit as you mourn the loss of your husband and father. ~  Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. 
Much love,
forever and forever
Susie Coogan and family

Patrick was one of a kind.  He was a gentleman, hard worker,  kind and had a fierce love of family.
We go back a very long time and so many happy and funny memories I will always cherish.
My heart goes out to you Karen and to your kids as well.



Dear Patrick,
How you will be missed!  Always the sweetest and kindest man in the room! Ever concerned for the "little guy", your genuine love for people was one of your greatest traits. I will miss your smiling face at our UD reunions, but your wit and fun loving spirit will live on in the beautiful memories I have of our days together. Rest In Peace, Dear Friend!

Ahh Pat, what a delightful friend you were! Such a wonderful mix of mischief, mirth, intellect & respect! You made great impacts on this World & will be missed in it. May you reap your Eternal reward for a life well lived.
Thank you for truly making a difference to me during my years at Ladywood & Brebeuf!  Lovingly, Sherry Gormley

OBITUARY

Patrick Jay McCormick

March 23, 1952 – May 21, 2019

Leppert Mortuaries - Nora

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