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Although I never got to meet Pat in person I did talk to him on chat and through emails a few times, he was a generous, giving man, and will be sorely missed.
My condolences to his family and friends.
God Bless you Pat!
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I met Pat at the Coup De Main Meet in Ponchatoula. I asked him questions about painting and he was eager to answer.
I won a door prize and in it was a bag and apron by Pat. I thought he was a pretty cool guy.
With our deepest sympathies. . . from the Broussard Family in Loreauville, La
-------------------- Tony Broussard Graphic Details Digital Media Loreauville, LA Posts: 395 | From: Loreauville, LA | Registered: Jul 1999
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Don't know what ta say,....'cept maybe a prayer for Bobbie in her time of loss,.....no worries here about Pat ,as many the time he would try to share his beliefs and pass on the good word,.....If ya knew him,...ya know how he felt about where he was heading and where he is now,....Rest In Peace My Dear friend,.....Have fun paintin' them rainbows...
-------------------- fly low...timi/NC is, Tim Barrow Barrow Art Signs Winston-Salem,NC Posts: 2224 | From: Winston-Salem,NC,USA | Registered: Nov 1998
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This is very sad news. I thank the Lord for the privilege of meeting someone so special.
Lay down my dear Brother, lay down and take your rest † I want to lay your head upon your Savior's breast † I love you, but Jesus loves you best † I bid you goodnight, goodnight, goodnight † I bid you goodnight, goodnight, goodnight † ...Traditional Bahamian gospel song, performed by Aaron Neville
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I had the honor of meeting Pat at both Atlanta IL. meets, and I do mean honor, from the bottom of my heart. His name said it all, because he was a true King. To know him for five minutes was to konw him for a lifetime. Pat was Real, and it ran straight to the bone. He will be missed by all who knew him. I will be outside to night looking at the stars, and if you look hard enough, I'd bet they won't twinkle any more. they'll all just be different colors of dayglo. God speed my friend, God speed.........
-------------------- Dave Utter D-utterguy on chat Sign Designs Beardstown, Il. signdesigns@casscomm.com Posts: 777 | From: beardstown, illinois, usa | Registered: Mar 1999
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I never met either Pat or Bobbie, yet I'm in tears- God be with you both-
-------------------- Catharine C. Kennedy CCK Graphics 1511 Route 28 Chatham Center, NY 12184 cck1620@taconic.net "Look at me, Look at me, Look at me now! I't's fun to have fun, But you have to know how!" Posts: 2173 | From: downtown Chatham Center, NY | Registered: Feb 2004
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I never had the honor of meeting Pat in person, but talked with him numerous times on the phone. He sent us a couple of panels last year to the Dixie meet. I have one here that is a real treasure. I didn't realize that it was this serious. He had said that he wanted to come to the meet in April. Our prayers go out to Bobbie.
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Such sad news...Pat will be sorely missed. I remember Pat showing me how to improve my script at RT and Kathy's meet in Louisanna. He helped so many others too. Pat was such a generous man. I am so glad that I got to know him.It gives me peace knowing that God was first in Pat's life. May God bless and keep you during this time of loss. Bobbie we will keep you in pur thoughts and prayers. Judy & Roger
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I have not checked in for a while, so this comes as a shock.
I never got to meet Pat in person, either, but I know that he was a special person whose smiling picture next to his "pking" posts was always a welcome sight.
These things always remind us how we should show the ones we care for just how much they mean to us.
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I never met the man, but from all the posts over the years, he sure touched many many people. A sad loss, for sure.
John Lennig
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I'm so, so sorry to hear this. I never met Pat, but he and Bobbie held a special place in my heart simply because of who they are. My prayers are with you. God Bless you and keep you Pat. Jackie
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Best wishes and thoughts to Bobby from the Draper family. We met Pat at Gary Anderson's meet in Bloomington, Indiana. Then we caught up with each other at the Letter Rip meet in central Illinois.
What I remember about Pat was his interest in painting mirrored lettering sideways that looked like a totem pole at first blush, then by turning the piece sideways and covering over the backward letters you could see the real name or saying.
Pat also had quite an extensive library of hand lettering alphabets in his head. Those may be lost now forever.
He will be missed.
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Pat was such an active part of this board. He will be very very missed.
Cher, good for you on doing up a wonderful photo session on Pat before his passing. Much too often we show who we appreciate after their passing. How wonderful you brought him to us when he was still with us.
My sincerest condolences to Pat's family and friends.
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This is all so surreal. I see the names of people on here everyday, and wonder what it would be like to meet them in person. Pat was one of those people. You that got to meet him and be his friend, consider yourselves lucky. Ive been thinking about him all day.
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We are very sad to hear this news. Been to many meets with Pat and Bobby. I'll try and think he has just packed up his kit and moved to a place where all you do is gold leaf. What a great place for the perfect letterhead meet.We'll miss you!
-------------------- Tom & Kathy Durham House Springs, MO Posts: 654 | From: House Springs, MO | Registered: Apr 1999
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This has really blindsided me. There is so much in life that the people we know go thru, and we never realize. Pat was always so upbeat, I guess I just never knew his illness was overtaking him.
We just can't take things for granted.
Right now mostly, I'm remembering his smile. Nettie
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Sad news indeed. Never met him but liked to read his posts. Great wisdom had he.
Condolences from Dianne and I.
-------------------- Jackson Smart Jackson's Signs Port Angeles, WA ...."The Straits of Juan De Fuca in my front yard and Olympic National Park in my backyard...
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I didn't know he was ill...this is such a shock!!
I have some really sweet pics of them both..
I was so blessed to have spent some time with them, in fact I was with them on thier first year anniversary ...we went to the Appalacions and ate boiled peanuts and went on a hay ride....
I'm so sad....
I wish I could post those pics, but I'm in Ca and away from my computer...
So very sorry, Bobby...Lord comfort you...as only He can.
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I also want to add my condolences, I talked on the board with Pat years ago when I was active here and know how the other always thought so highly of him. He made me laugh at some of the things he would post. I as many are, am so suprised to hear this so soon after the last thread.
RIP Pat you were a loved man.
-------------------- Al Checca Kidney dialysis Pt. wizard42171967@yahoo.com Posts: 261 | From: Latrobe just outside Pittsburgh Pa in Latrobe | Registered: Aug 2001
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I had the pleasure of meeting Pat, and painting elbow to elbow with him. He was very open, honest, and friendly with me. There was no ego what so ever. It was a wonderful experience. I'll always remember him, and the laughs we shared.
-------------------- Luke S. Luke Scanlan Artistry Ocala, Fl. lukescanlan@cox.net Posts: 249 | From: Ocala, Florida | Registered: Nov 2001
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Wow. Pat must have truly been a great guy. I didn't know him personally, but by all the accolades, stories of his generosity and love towards others, along with photos of him and his work it is obvious that he was much loved and will be sorely missed by many people.
This thread is a great testiment to Pat's positive effect on others. It makes me pause in introspection, to wonder how I would perceived as I part this world. Lot's of room for improvement here.
God bless Pat's entire family....by the sounds of his faith and life, he's securely in the presence of the Master of all master's; birthed into an eternity free from pain and suffering.
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Bobbie - I am so sorry. Being in your home and witnessing the love between you and Pat - how fate brought you back together after all those years - to know that Pat was never happier than he was during your time together - I only hope this is what gets you through - and you cherish those memories. You are both people someone can instantly warm up to and love - I pray for you. Love, Camille
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My heart goes out tp Bobbie and the rest of his family.He will be missed here. I always liked his posts and the way he looked at things. Too bad.
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What a day for me to come back to visit this board. It was for sure I thought we'd run into each other again after I heard he and Bobbie was in Florida. The couple of opportunities of painting with that man were a true blessing and now he is recieving a true blessing by being right smack in front of Jesus himself with that awesome Pat King smile. Bobbie, sweetheart, you are in my prayers. I pray the Lord blesses you and comforts you at this time. Airbrush Bobby
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Gentle Shepherd of my soul, Gently lay your hand, be Thou my strength and comfort now, in this weary land, You are still the morning star, that ever shines so bright, Jesus, Ever be with me, through this long dark night.
Thank you Pat and Bobbie for sharing your life
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I have only attended 3 meets so far and Pat King was at all of them. He was so energetic and enthusiastic. He taught others with every breath he took and genuinely loved life. I don't believe he ever took anything for granted.
His faith that God would provide was solid and he danced joyously with his paint. (How else can you explain those coveralls?) LOL.
He was truly grateful for his gift of talent from God and, oh, so in love with Bobbi! Both of my children were able to meet him and fell in love with him right away!
I may be ramblin here, but as stated before, such a loss to the Letterville Community! I am grateful for the time I did get to spend with he and Bobbi.
Bobbi, I pray strength and peace for you and your family and friends! His joy and faith touched so many people, you may never run out of folks to hug you through this. > <
All our love and prayers, Linda, Emily and Jennifer!
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