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John"Jack" Patrick, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1979 passed away March 29, 2003. Born in Illinois, John moved with his family to Merrill, WI at the age of 14, attended High School there and then joined the Civilian Conservation Corps. Drafted into the Army in 1941, John fought in the South Pacific with the 33rd Infantry Div., received the Bronze Star with clusters and served in the Army of Occupation in Japan; After leaving the Army, he made his home in Normal, Illinois. Recalled to Service at the outbreak of the Korean War, John was wounded and rescued from behind enemy lines by a helicopter pilot who subsequently was awarded with the Medal of Honor for his efforts. John was awarded the Purple Heart. John was a life member of VFW Post 1639, Merrill, WI. After the war, John returned to Normal, IL. He retired from Eureka-Williams Co. before moving to Albuquerque. Survivors include: Sisters: Marcia Garihee and Laurie Garihee both of Albuquerque; Niece: Sandra (Robl) Pitts and husband, Frank, Albion, NY; Nephews: James Robl and wife Peggy of Merrill, WI, Jeffrey Robl and wife Loretta of Schofield, WI and their families. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the National Association of Civilian Conservation Corp. Alumni, c/o Vincente Ximenes, 304 Monroe St. NE, 87108 or to the charity of your choice. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Inurnment will take place at 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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