"One more thing, instead of sending flowers in Pat?s memory, I am making a donation in memorial to the Future Farmers of America, hoping this will be a fitting tribute.
Again, hugs, peace & love
Julie Olson"
In loving memory of
Patrick McCormick
November 22, 1956 - November 5, 2021
MOUNT PLEASANT- Patrick McCormick, 64, of Mount Pleasant, died Friday, November 5, 2021, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. In his final months, the family cherished the time they were able to spend with him.
Patrick was born November 22, 1956, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, the son of Donald and Louise (Burns) McCormick. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1975. Patrick was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Mount Pleasant has been Patrick's home his entire life. Pat was dedicated to farming the land originated from his great grandfather in 1868. Patrick enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors. Above all else, he loved to farm.
Patrick is survived by ten siblings, Ann (John) Link of McCall, ID, Phil (Chris) McCormick of Mount Pleasant, John (Denise) McCormick of Mount Pleasant, Jane (Jim) Coughlin of Boise, ID, Mary (Gunther Hega) McCormick of Kalamazoo, MI, Kathleen Rose of DeForest, WI, Barbara (Jeff) Wettach, of Decorah, Martha (Timothy) Huser of Sac City, Margaret (Mark) Gardon of Green Bay, WI, Christina (Joe) Hunting of Rochester, IN; brother-in-law Larry Peetz of Omaha, NE; numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Sara Peetz, and a brother-in-law David Rose.
A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 11, 2021, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Mount Pleasant. Visitation will be held from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made in Pat's honor to a charity of your choice.
Tributes
"Patrick sweet cousin, was such a dear man, kind & hard working. That mustache barely fit his face! As a kid, I always wondered what it was like for him growing up in my cousin?s household surrounded by so many girls!
Peace & love, Julie Olson "
"Dear Aunt Margaret?-sorry to hear about your brother. We know he is with God now. We love you lots. Charlie, Oliver and Michael "
"May Pat Rest In Peace. Our thoughts and prayers to all your families. His memory will last forever. Tom and Mary (Gardon) Moule. "
"Sending our condolences for your families loss. Cherish the special memories. Keeping you all in thoughts and prayers. Kevin and Chris Smith Family "