Patrick York Obituary


PATRICK ANDREW YORK
December 3, 1968 ~ April 29, 2013

Patrick Andrew York, 44, of Vancouver, WA, passed away at home after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Portland, OR to David W. and Betty York. He graduated from La Center High School in 1987.
He most recently worked as a Pharmacy Tech at Omnicare after attending Clark College.
He is survived by his wife, Donna; mother, Betty; three brothers, David J. Thomas and Brian; two sisters, Mary Rehberg and Rebecca; grandmother, Dorothy Cook; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father.
A Celebration of Life will be held Sat., May 11th starting at 1p.m. at 28901 NE 66th Ave., Battle Ground, WA 98604.

Please sign Patrick 's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on May 7, 2013.
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Hey Donna... It's hard to know what kinds of thoughts to share at a time like this, but just know I wish I'd been able to know Pat more. We're all cousins it seems like, and I look forward to spending time with you and your family whenever we can make that happen...

Pat Fleming

Pat Fleming

May 13, 2013

Donna, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your dear husband Patrick. I will continue to pray for healing for you and your family during this difficult time. Know that you have many friends that if you need anything let us know. Stay strong and take care---hugs! ?-Rachel Magoon

Rachel Magoon

May 12, 2013

To Betty and the entire York family,
Our deepest condolences. May the love in your hearts and the wonderful memories you cherish help you all through this difficult time.

Pat & Frank Taylor

Frank & Pat Taylor

May 11, 2013

My prayers go out to you Betty, Donna, and rest of the family. My daughter, Angela was in Pat's Class and we raised our kids just around the corner. We all love the York family and know that Pat will be forever in our hearts.

Carol Walstad-Florek

May 11, 2013

My sincerest condolences, my prayers are with you and all of the family.

Mary Warner

May 10, 2013

Donna - I am so sorry for your loss.

Noreen Lee

May 10, 2013

Donna, My heart is with you in this time of sorrow. You will be kept in my thoughts and prayers and I'm here for you whenever you need me.
Love ya Jeanne D - Woodland, Wa

May 10, 2013

My prayers to EVERYONE in the York family...I've known Pat since grade school and I spent many many years around the York household....Pat, you will be dearly missed my friend, but you will NEVER be forgotten.....

Jerry Lester

May 8, 2013

Love and condolences to the York family.
Jo Ann Bevans

May 8, 2013

Donna, my heart is so sad and heavy for you.may God wrap you up in His loving arms and you allow him to just hold you. We continue to pray for strength as you walk through this valley. god bless you

Debbie Reynolds

May 8, 2013

Prayers from Lawrence McPherson and Family and he will truly be missed.

May 7, 2013

To all The York family my heart breaks for you all. Pat was a wonderful young man. I feel very fourtunate to have been part of his extended family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Carol Vantino

May 7, 2013

To the entire York family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and love go out to you all. I wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Laura Ellsworth

May 7, 2013

Donna, I am so very sory for your loss. My heart goes out to you. May God bless you with the strength that you need to see through this tough time. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you!!

Amy Rhodes

May 7, 2013

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