Patrick Maher Obituary, Death Cause – When I tell you of the demise of our former classmate Patrick Maher, it is not without heaviness in my heart and with a deep sense of loss that I do so. During the night or the early morning hours today, Patrick passed away as he was sleeping quietly. Regardless of whether you were friends with him or not, the passing of someone who was so young and still had so much life to live is a terrible tragedy. It is a jarring reminder of the precarious nature of life and the unpredictability of the paths we take through it.
Patrick ought to have had the opportunity to live a long and fruitful life and achieve his ambitions, but the hands of fate had other plans for him. It is encouraging to learn that despite the passage of time since our days in high school, our class has maintained contact with one another, which brings back fond memories. The relationships that we made during those formative years continue to this day, and it is because of these connections that we are able to participate in the pain that comes with the loss of one of our own.
The zest and vigor that Patrick Maher brought into our lives will be something that we will always remember him for. While we are grieving at his untimely passing, let us not forget to keep his family in our thoughts and prayers as well. I pray that they may be able to draw strength and comfort from one another at this trying time. Patrick, may you finally rest in peace. Your St. Joe’s 2013 family will have a special place in their hearts for the remembrance of you.
