At 10:45 p.m. our hero, our inspiration, our tireless fighter became our forever angel. Words cannot now or ever describe how hard Pat fought, he refused to give in. I am so proud and honored to call him my husband and the father of our children. To all the friends and family who have supported us, especially over the past 4 days, our sincere thanks. To my parents, thank you for all your loving support. To Pat's family, your support is so appreciated. Robert, you especially were such a source of strength for me, our kids, and most importantly your brother. Chloe wants me to tell you that when you hug her, you remind her of Pat. My sisters Dayna and April, thanks for the "slumber" parties at the hospital, your love for me and all your loving and tender words to Pat. Teri S., Marcia, and Terri H., all I can say is wow!! As you saw the past 4 months our house had fallen apart, thank you for putting it back together. To all our friends who have been praying and blogging you are awesome. The gifts at our doorstep are also so appreciated. To the three most amazing children, I have never seen such strength. The way in which you tenderly spoke to Dad, letting him know how much he meant to you, gave him such peace. And last but not least to the most humble, kind, sincere and loving man I know, my husband, my best friend, thank you for 22 1/2 years of highs and lows, laughter and tears, but always, always, love. The vow "til death do us part", just isnt't so, because we have not parted our hearts will just now be stretched from heaven to earth. Please pray that Pat can now be free from pain and truly is "fine." For myself and the kids please pray that the aching and emptiness in our heart will fade and be filled with joyful memories. Good night.
xoxo,
Jules
40 comments:
Our heart goes out to you and your family this morning, we pray the lord give you peace at this very sad moment. No words can be said to comfort you as your hearts break.
Please know we are with you in prayer and we will miss Pat
Dave & Lis K
Dear Julie & Children,
Again there are no words....May you feel the strength of the Lord during this saddest time. We are so deeply sorry.
Love & prayers
Aunt Mary
Julie and familiy,
The Lord has given you the strength to see your through this trial, and you have truly shown it for everyone. The love you have for Pat shines though all of the blogs you have written. How wonderful to have had the years of happiness and wonderful memories. May they see you through this time of sadness.
The gates of heaven are open and
there are some wonderful friends and family waiting for him there. I can't help think of Ried Bushong, and what a friendship they will have!
God Bless You and Keep You.
Love,
Aunt Marcie
Dearest Julie, Brady Brock and Cloe,
Our deepest and most sincere sympathy to all the Smith and Eden families. None of us can even imagine the pain your all suffering. We will continue to pray for Pat and all of you.
With Sorrowful Hearts,
The Barnard Family
Dear Julie, Brady, Brock & Chloe,
Pat is now forever free and you will carry him every day in your hearts. Thank you for sharing his incredible journey with all of us. I know I am forever changed for the better. My highest regards to the Smith and Eden families for their never ending support and encouragement. I witnessed it many times first hand. Admiration and love to you, Julie, you were Pat's rock. And to Henry, for his love, tireless support, and countless bedside visits that meant so much to Pat and his family.
With a sad and loving heart,
Jo Ann
Smith Family,
We are very sorry to hear the news. Not only did we lose a husband, father and friend last night, we also lost a hero. Pats courage and strength thru this entire nightmare is truly an inspiration to all of us.
Your family will be in our thoughts and our prayers.
Dave & Kathy Nieto
To my best freind and her loving children,
My heart is unable to express all it feels this morning. I find myself (like so many others)over taken with greif for you. I know your husband/Dad, has gone on to such an amazing place in heaven. In his final days, God gave him some "very special" time to be with each one of you. I believe he gives this "gift" to those who believe in him. You've endoured so much with him. God wanted his pain to be gone just like you. He knew the only way was to bring him home to be with him. God hears and knows your hurting hearts right now. I'm praying for all of you. I hope you know just how many people are doing the same. We all want to reach out to you in love and support. But.......will honor these next couple of days as "family time" to be together. I'll just wait to hear from you-
"Our love" to You,Brady,Brock,and Chloe.
Teri,Mark,Cory,Troy
DEAR JULIE & FAMILY,
WE ARE ALL SO SORRY FOR THE LOST OF PAT. WE SURE ALL NOW HOW HARD HE FOUGHT THROUGHOUT THESE DIFFICULT MOMENTS. AS WE HAD SAID BEFORE IN OUR LAST COMMENTS WE PRAY TO GOD TO GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH AND PEACE TO PASS SUCH DIFFICULT TIMES. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER PAT AS THE CARING AND LOVING MAN HE WAS!!
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU
R.I.P PAT
LOVE NACHO & FAMILY
Julie, Brady, Brock and Chloe,
We are overwhelmed with saddness for your incredible loss. Want you all to know that you are in our thoughts and our hearts today and everyday in the future. We want to find a way to provide some source of comfort or to help in some practical way but know this truly is a private family time. Just know that we are here for anything you need.
Our love
Bob, Debbi, Lauren, Jeff, Steve and Scott
Dear Julie, Brady, Brock & Cloe
Carrie and I as well as our whole family are deeply sorry for your loss. All of you have shown great courage in dealing with Pats illness. We are sure that Pat is looking down on all of you now knowing how much you loved and cared for him through all the months of treatment, trials and ultimately in his final moments. Our daughter Rebecca was always fond of Pat and very much admired him. We know she will surely miss talking and spending time with him. Carrie and I did not know Pat well, but from the few times we met him and through our daughter’s words and descriptions as well as talking with Brady about his father, our perceptions of him revealed a patient, understanding and selfless person. Pat gave us all a gift. He gave us a reminder to show love those who are closest to us every day and to look past the daily distractions that keep us from the real reason we have each other. May God bless Pat and all of you during these difficult times and guide you through the future, ultimately knowing that Pat will be with each of you through every moment for the rest of your lives.
Bob, Carrie, Rebecca, Sarah & Hillary
My Dear Julie, Brady, Brock and Chloe,
We all love Pat. After we received the news last night and everyone came home we stayed up late and shared Poot stories. We had many smiles and many laughs. The healing begins for everyone by sharing his memory with each other. He left such a positive impact on his piece of the universe and God is pleased.
Julie, you have been such a strength to all of us who have felt helpless and useless in carrying any of your burden. By your frequent and eloquent postings you have kept us connected to your family which so many people have needed. We all feel and show grief differently and sometimes just sitting here in front of a computer, alone provides the time and solace for personal mourning. I can tell you hundreds of people have and will read your blogs but not everyone could find the words to publish or figure out how to post a message. It doesn't mean they didn't try. In the many months ahead you'll feel and know their love and support.
We are all here for you whenever you need us.
All our love,
Marcia, Rob, Robby and Scott Marycz
Dearest Julie, Children,and All Family & Friends,
We just came home from church, and
shared the sad news of Pat's passing.
Our wonderful Pastor Daryl, announced the loss of Pat, and along with the entire congregation prayed for all.
So many had been praying for all of you over these past months, and I can truly say, there was not a dry eye in the place.
As Pastor Daryl ended the service, he asked that we sing a old gospel Hymn for Pat...It was "HE Touched Me" I am sure our Lord was waiting for Pat with open arms and as He touched Pat, as the song says, made him whole again. Julie, it was so beautiful, I can only imagine the joy Pat must be having now, as he shares his eternal life with our Precious Lord. In scripture, it says "In my Fathers house there are many rooms, if it were not true I would have told you so." I am so sure Pat is in the most beautiful room sharing the joy of being with Jesus and his (Pat's) mom.
Our prayers will continue for you and your entire family and you struggle through the coming days.
We love you Julie, and thank you for showing such faith......don't ever lose sight of the Lord. He is the solid ground an which we stand, all other is sinking sand.
IN HIS NAME,
Aunt Mary & family
Dear Julie & Family,
We can only say how sad we are to hear of Pat's passing. Through your Mom & Dad, we have been keeping up with all the news and prayers to make Pat well again. God has a purpose for him that none us may understand at this time, but He will see you and your children through this sad time. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Dear Smith family and Eden family,
Our hearts and our love go out to each of you. The strength you have shown has been unbelievable, and an inspiration to everyone. We are truly sorry for the loss of your Husband/Father/Son.
Love, Bill & Susan Hoyem
Much love to you Julie, Chloe,Brock and Brady.
God Bless Pat. He is indeed an Angel now and will forever watch over his family.
God Bless all of you.
Love, Jill, Al
Nick, Steve, James, Alex and Tony
Julie and Kids,
How wonderful that Pat is rejoicing with our Lord right this minute! I am rejoicing through my tears at that thought. After Art passed we all felt great comfort knowing he was with Our Redeemer. The blog talking about sitting up and telling Pat stories is exactly what we did for days with family and friends. It is so healing to remember the good times. How blessed your family is to have had special time with Pat these last few days.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you are planning Pat's memorial service.
Sending you a big hug,
Kathi Bialik
Dear Smith Family,
We send our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to all the family. I, as im sure many others are overwhelmed with emotion and difficulty finding the right words to say at this time.
I absoultly envy your strength Julie, Pat is an amazing and strong person and I can see where a reflection of that comes from!
Pat is an inspiration to all of us! He fought such a tough and horrific battle without never giving up, now he is at peace.
We are so grateful to have known Pat, he has been there for our family and kept us in his thoughts, during a terrible time in our life, as we watched our 12month old daughter be dianosed with Leukemia and fight a long battle just recently we were discharged from hospital and are now at home and doing well, she is in remission. We believe Pat is also watching down on Isabella.
HE IS NOW OUR ANGEL AND TRUELY MY HERO!
God Bless,
Summer and Jorge Alcala
“My sheep recognize my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life and they shall never perish. No one shall snatch them away from me.” John 10:27-28 TLB
I've been trying to find the right words for days now and there just aren't any. I am truly humbled by your strength. God bless you all.
With deepest sympathy and love,
Marianne
I don't know you, but your words of love to your husband and family, and all the wonderful support you have, touched me deeply.
May your hearts find peace, and wonderful memories of a husband and father.
Betsy (friend of Jill VB.)
Pat, there are no words to express how i feel, but what i will say you will never be forgot ill sure miss you.
David
Julie and Family
Your cousin Sean here. Got the news this morning.
Our hearts go out to you and the Kids.
Ever since our grandparents died, and all the cousin's have gotten older, had families of our own - alot of us have lost touch. Havnt seen you or your sisters in ages. But I was lucky enough to get to know Pat through what seems liked constantly having to bring one car or another out to his shop:)
It's rare to find such a genuinly good guy and the family was blessed to have him be apart of it. Judging by the outpouring of comments on this site, Pat had a positve effect on many people that I'm sure will continue for along time to go. His strength and perseverence during this battle should be an example to us all.
Please know that our prayers our with you and the kids.
Love
Sean, Layla, Aliyah, & Aminah
Julie and kids,
We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you in prayer in the days ahead.
I pray you will find comfort in the Lord's promise that His children will one day all be together again and in His promise that Pat is once again whole, healthy and happy.
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.” Rev 21:4
Love,
The Martel's
JULIE AND FAMILY.....BOTH JACQUIE AND I SEND OUR LOVE ...HUGS....AND PRAYERS TO YOU AT THIS MOST CHALLENGING OF TIMES....GODS PLANS JUST SEEM TO TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ANY THAT WE MAY HAVE OR STRIVE FOR...WE KNOW THAT HIS TENDER LOVING ARMS ARE WRAPPED AROUND EACH OF YOU AT THIS VERY MOMENT.... AND THAT PAT IS WAVING FROM ABOVE SENDING HIS LOVE TO YOU. WE ESPECIALLY LIKED YOUR COMMENT...."MORE THAN".."TILL DEATH DO US PART"....PAT IS...AND WILL BE WITH YOU FOREVER AND A DAY.
YOUR FAMILIES WONDERFUL WITNESS ALONG WITH PATS HAS BEEN AN INSPIRATION TO ALL......
AGAIN...OUR LOVE...HUGS....AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.... GOD LOVES YOU...AND SO DO WE!!
WARM HUGS.....J&J,(POPS & GRAMS)
TRAVIS AND ERINS :GRANDPARENTS:
My thoughts and prayers are with you, all the family, and the kids.
I never met Pat but just by your written words full of love and devotion, I see that he was a wonderful and caring husband and father and a very special person to all who knew him.
I pray that wonderful and joyful memories fill your heart and the hearts of the kids forver.
Love, Kelly Gotch Whitley
Julie, We were so sad to read about Pat today. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time.
Bob & Alice Birkinshaw and family
The Falk family is deeply saddened. We love you guys and I have known a similar pain the children are experiencing. Julie, my heart goes out to you and to your family. Thre is hope and there is healing. Keep your eyes on our Lord. May God bless you all. I am honored to have known Pat and honored to have seen what the Smith family has done with its faith.
Kent Falk and Family (Linda, Teresa, Mary, Matt and Christa)
.......I love you all so much. My heart aches for each of you in so many ways. Thank you for sharing this journey with all of us. Jules your words were and are so comforting...you are one amazing lady, my friend. Pat will remain the most admired and loved man in all of our hearts. Your strength and courage will guide you thru the days to come, but know we are all just seconds away...day or night.
Love always,
Terri H, Bob, Jake, Josh & Jenny
Dear Julie and family, Words can not express my feelings to all of you. Your are in my thoughts and prayers. Pat was truly a gift to all of us. He will be missed but never forgotten. (THis day marks my dads death and my mom's birthday.) Julie you are an amazing woman. Thank you for sharing so much with all of us.Your faith is wonderful and inspiring. When you need ANYTHING please call us. Regina & Mile
Dear Julie, Brady, Brock and Chloe,
I am so saddened at the news today and at the same time so encouraged by what I have read both in your blog and in the comments that your friends and family have left. It makes me feel that although Pat is gone, he is very much alive in the hearts and minds of so many people he touched in his own quiet way. Thank you Julie for your honesty, courage and dignity. All of you are in my thoughts and heavy heart.
Ezequiel Barragan
Julie and Family,
We are so sad to have just learned about Pat. We have always thought of Pat as a very strong, honest and kind person and feel honored to have known him. I just prayed for you and will continue to pray as you have asked that your sad hearts will once again fill with the happiness of memories. God will answer that prayer. Please know that we would love to help in any way we can. May God's arms surround you and provide you with comfort.
Sheryl, Craig, Cole and Carly Bergquist
IAM STUNNED AND PISSED . BUT I KNOW HE IS NO PAIN NOW. I KNOW MARY AND PAT WILL SEE EACH OTHER AND BE HAPPY . JULIE WE THE SIEVERS WILL NEVER FORGET MY BUDDY . I HAVE A PICTUR OF ROBERT PAT AND MYSELF FROM MY WEDDING ON MY DESK AND LOVE . TO ALL THE FAMILY ON BOTH SIDES FAR ANF NEAR I LOVE PAT AND WILL MISS HIM BUT I KNOW THE STRENGHT HE HAD WILL TRICKLE DOWN TO YOU ALL . SOORY FOR YOUR LOSS ----LOVE BRYAN
I keep coming back to this blog and reading things over and over, hoping it will change. Many of the comments from friends and family bring tears to my eyes. None more than finding out that Pat has left us. May God bless you Julie, with the same strength you have had through this whole ordeal.
I am with Bryan when he says he is pissed and stunned. Why does God always take the best ones!? Pat was a great friend and an even better human being. I will never forget him. From all the guys at Robby Gordon's Off-Road shop our most heartfelt well wishes gout out to the everyone!
Dear Jules, Brady, Brock and Chloe,
I'm so sorry for your loss. No words could ever fill the void of such an amazing man.
Stay strong, you know that's what Pat would want. He's at peace without pain.
Please let me know if I can help in any way.
Love Always,
"Raredog"
Dear Julie, Brady, Brock, & Chloe,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers are with you and all of Pat's family and your extended family too. Your husband and father was truly a good guy and the whole world suffers for the loss of someone so good. But the legacy he leaves behind gives us all hope for the future and his memory will never be forgotten.
God bless you all and keep you strong and safe.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
Love always,
your cousins,
Brenda, Ron, Regan, and Madison
Dear Smith Family,
Your family are in our prayers and thoughts. Please continue to be strong as a family, there is a tremendous amount of support for you guys!!! I will always remember the summer days at 6:00AM as Pat stood in front of Western Collison washing down the driveway as I was driving to work down the street. We were the only ones out at that time.
God Bless,
Rob & Jane Grant
Julie and kids I am so sorry to hear about Pat. Your blogs are so touching. You and your family have been on my mind and in my prayers and will continue to be. I will be thinking of you and your family and if there is ANYTHING I can do for you please let me know.
Love,
Kim (Meany) Collins
Dear Smith family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss, I want you to know that Pat and all of your are in the Magaña family prayers. Pat was a wonderful, hard working and honest man. He is in a better place and no longer suffering. Keep your heads up and my family and I are here for all of you. God Bless.
The Smiths,
Pat helped me get started in business 16 years ago and I cherished seeing him virtually every day since 1992 to talk about business, sports, and the news of the moment. We both enjoyed a very dry sense of humor and our daily talks made my days a little calmer amid all the chaos that surrounds the automotive business.
Pat was a great role model and mentor and I will forever be in his debt for all that he did for me.
And I will really, really miss those daily talks.
With All Our Love,
Steve and all the guys at Anaheim Wheel & Tire
Smith family,
Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of Pat. The Magaña family holds the Smith family close to their hearts and are here for all of you. We will continue to keep Pat and you guys in our prayers. Best Wishes.
Chava & Teresa Magaña
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