Stephen Patrick, 59, passed away Saturday morning on June 13, 2020 at St. Joseph Regional Hospital in Mishawaka.
Born in Knox, Indiana on September 4, 1960, Stephen was the son of Luther and Mildred (Allen) Patrick. He met the love of his life Carrie at the age of 15, and they were married on September 10, 1978 in her parent’s front yard. Stephen proudly served his country in the Army. He attended Lawton High School in Lawton, Oklahoma while serving his country and received his diploma in 1981.
After being honorably discharged, he attended Andersonville Baptist Theological Seminary in Camilla, Georgia, obtaining his Associate’s Degree in Ministry.
Stephen and Carrie served as The House of the Lord Church lead Pastors for 30 years.
Having a true Pastor’s heart, he loved pouring his heart into the ministry at the church. However, in his spare time from serving the congregation, Stephen loved to spend time gardening vegetables, spending time with his family on vacations, and spoiling his grandchildren.
Surviving him is his wife of forty one years, Carrie (Hite) Patrick; three sons, Michael (Kristel) Patrick of Plymouth; Joshua (Brittney) Patrick of Plymouth; and Taylor Patrick of Argos, IN; daughter Kristi (Doug) Deon of Plymouth; four sisters, Candi (Terry) Norris of New Paris, IN; Mary (Tony) Goheen of Winamac, IN; Barbara (Rick) VanWynsberghe of Rolling Prairie, IN; and Janice (Greg) Howdeshell of Rochester, IN; brothers Jerry (Martie) Patrick of Knox, IN and Luther Patrick of Mishawaka, IN; eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Luther and Mildred Patrick, and his brother David Patrick.
Visitation will be held on Friday June 19, 2020 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the House of the Lord Christian Church, 16493 Lincoln Hwy, Plymouth, Indiana 46563. A funeral service will immediately follow with Pastor Danny Hess officiating.
A private graveside service will be held at the cemetery on June 20, 2020 with military honors rendered by the Army Funeral Honor Guard
Memorial contributions can be made to the House of the Lord Food Bank or the House of the Lord Youth Ministry, 16493 Lincoln Hwy, Plymouth, Indiana 46563.
Gary and Patsy Roush says
I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you â¤ï¸â£ï¸. May GOD guide you during these hard times!
suzanne gibson says
The members of the VFW Auxiliary 1162 in Plymouth Indiana are sadden to hear of Stephen’s passing
our thoughts and prayers go out to this wife Carrie and their children , family and friends
The Church of the Lord members Heaven has gained another angel with some mighty wings attached to him
May God’s healing hands touch all those who knew and loved Stephen know that he will always be with you
in your hearts always
God bless you all
Suzanne Gibson
VFW Auxiliary 1162 Chaplain
606 lake ave
Plymouth Indiana
465363
vfwpost1162@hotmail.com
Tammy Gilliam says
My heart goes out to the family. Pastor Steve meant so much to so many people. He was always my go to guy for any of my questions. He never cared if he was busy or not. He would give me an answer or help me find the answer or hold me up in prayer until God revealed the answer. I will truly miss him.
Laura Nifong says
Carrie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing and my heart goes out to you. Please know that I am praying for comfort for all of you at this time. Take care – Laura Nifong (and Bailey and Cheyenne)
Barbara Lohse says
I’m very sorry for your family’s loss. Stephan
Officiated my mother’s Funeral. He did a fine job.
Prayers too his family.
Eddie RodrÃguez says
Great family!! I remember being a young boy when they would come over after church and visit Sylvia Cummins Doug his son in law is a good friend of mine and his kids are great kids all of them !!! Sorry for your loss
Maria J. (Jane) Horvath says
My condolences to Janice Howdeshell . Janice I am so sorry for the lost of your brother. May God be with you and your family at this time. Please know that I will be praying for you at this time. Remember the good times you all had together and stay in touch with family members as this will help you give the strength you will need daily. God Bless all of you at this time and daily as He is there for you, all you have to do is reach out for Him when you feel down.
I presume that Stephen is related to John Patrick who used to come to our St. Michael Church and was a member of our choir at one time. Should he be there at this time do give him my condolences also.
Jamie Schrameyer says
To my Sister: My heart hurts when I think of what you are going through. Steve was your high school sweetheart and the man you loved with all of your heart and soul. When you are lonely, you only need to know that you are never alone. God is walking beside you through this journey. He will lift you up when you are weak. He will carry you when you feel like you can’t take another step. You are surrounded by people who love you and believe in you. Remember, you are stronger than you think! Steve will be missed! He had such an impact on so many lives. I am sure God greeted him with “Welcome home son, job well done.”
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Our condolences to Stevens family, so very sorry f says
Our condolences to Stevens family, so very sorry for your loss.