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Patrick Mageehon
04/01/1942 — 08/19/2012
From Benton, City, WA, US | Born in Portland, OR
Patrick Mageehon
Patrick N. Mageehon – The Gadget Man
We woke up that morning, opened the windows and heard a meadowlark sing its song. We smiled, it was such a pretty song and we hadn't heard one in such a long time this summer.
Patrick was born in Portland, Oregon on April 1, 1942 to Vera and Oliver Mageehon. Patrick passed away, too soon for the family, August 19, 2012.
Pat and his family lived in Portland area, when he was two they moved to Richland, WA. Upon graduation from high school he continued with college classes. He then joined the United States Army, travels included France, Germany and Korea.
Pat began his career as an electrician and a union steward in the nuclear field on the outer Hanford area. When the doors opened for him at Jersey he started work there, which after many name changes Jersey became Areva where Pat retired as an engineering assistant.
Pat took great delight in the simple treasure of life, the new growth of a tree planted, or a new bloom on a flower. He loved being in nature, camping, hiking, fishing, keeping a good camp fire going. He was always working on his gadgets, creating one of his own projects or modifying something to make it work better. Pat had a vast knowledge of many things. He was always there to help when friends and family would call on him. Pat was always looking at the weather and on ways he could harness these elements to provide power, not only for others but his family. He has a fascination with lighting. We watched many lighting storms over the years. Tuesday nigh when we had the lighting storm the grandkids said that was Grandpa Pat up there playing with the lighting and putting on a show for us.
Patrick is survived by his wife and soul mate, Carol; children, Tricia, Sheila, Donna, Terri, Rikki, son-in-laws, Scott and Dan; many grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. All who think he was the best! He loved the children, the laughter and fun of being with them.
Patrick is deeply missed beyond words by all his family and friends. We wish we could bring you home but I guess was time for you to begin another journey. I love you Patrick and miss you so much, You will always be with me in my heart and soul and the memories of all the good times we had together. I love you, Carol
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 24, 2012 at 1:00pm at Einan's Funeral Home in Richland, WA.
Donations may be made to Kadlec Regional Medical Center Hospital in Temperance of Patrick Mageehon.
Carol, So sorry to here of Pats’ passing he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
So sorry to here of your loss Pat was a great guy
Even though I never met Pat, I am sorry for your loss Carol. He sounds like he was a wonderful caring man.
Everyone is missing you today. We think about you all the time and wish you were here with us.
I think about you everyday and I miss you much. The holidays were just not the same this year…though we felt you with us. Especially when it snowed! What a treat.
Happy 4th of July! We will be celebrating this year and thinking of you.
Pat and I were co-workers,fishing parters and most importantly friends for many years.Pat certainly was a “Gadget Man” like the fishing pole he rigged with a wire to the tip for a light or the fishing lures he filled with glo in dark liquid,neither worked very well-but he never gave up,and continued to improve his ideas.Pat was a dedicated and passionate union steward and he taught me alot.Pat will be missed and fondly remembered by myself and my family.
Carol, so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. I was so shocked!! We worked many years together at Siemens. In my eyes, he was the best electrician I ever asssociated with. We had a great relationship.
Ron Feaster
It seems that he was always willing to help anyone in need. I know he will be sorely missed in this world.
Nice getting to know you, Pat!!
I was so excited to get to know Pat and Carol, when they began growing hay, and we bought it! I had my own personal hay grower! We’d go and spend many hours picking up hay and visiting! Pat was dedicated in growing good hay and cared about what I thought about it. Hay will never be the same. We are very saddened by your passing, and you will be greatly missed by all who knew you. Thank you for being who you are a great friend! We will miss you!
Carol and Kids, so sorry for your loss, Pat was
good man to work with, please accept my
deepest condolences. Bill Hendricks
Our deepest sympathy is extended to you at this time of immense loss. Pat will always be remembered for his kind spirit & enthusiasm for his beautiful rose garden. May God’s presence surround you in the following days.
Dad, you know how important you were to me and I think about you every day. Our camping trips and Oregon Coast adventures will not be the same without you and planning our annual 4th of July Bash will be so difficult without your excitement and enthusiasm. You were a big part of my life and I will miss you.
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