Obituary of Steven Patrick

Steven George Patrick of Glastonbury, Connecticut and Corinth, Vermont passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2015 in Hartford Hospital, Hospice Care. Steven was born December 10, 1940 in Middleboro, Massachusetts to William C. Patrick and Sylvia (Pentikainen) Patrick. His childhood was spent in Andover and Columbia, Connecticut. Steven is survived by his wife and best friend of forty-seven years, Ruth Erickson Patrick, and by his sister, Ann Patrick Rudolph of Glastonbury. He is also survived by his niece Jacqueline Rudolph Enrique and husband Brian Enrique and their children Maria and Kyle Enrique of Colchester; and by his nephew David Rudolph and his wife Virginia Maxwell and their children Alexandra and Samuel Rudolph of Hebron. Steven was predeceased by his parents and brother- in- law, Achim Rudolph. Steven graduated from Windham High School and from The University of Connecticut College of Agriculture with a double major in chemistry and animal sciences. At UConn he earned Bachelors and Masters degrees and he continued doctoral studies at Michigan State University. He was Senior Scientist at Heublein and United Distillers and Vitners. He travelled the world for both professional responsibilities and for pleasure. However, the world travels didn't compare with the rich experiences and joy he had as a young lad visiting his grandmother, Kate Sleeper Patrick, in Cookeville, Vermont. As an adult he had the pleasure of serving as a guide at the Corinth, Vermont Historical Museum. Steve was blessed with a sharp and creative mind. His academic achievement was honored by UConn with a top student plaque on the wall of a University building. He would quote and write poetry. He was well-spoken and had a quick sense of humor. Steven was an inspiration to many for his great courage and positive outlook while facing many health challenges. Steven and Ruth maintained an energetic and supportive connection with The University of Connecticut, attending most women and men's basketball games. His sense of humor was evident at a non-sports theatrical event when Steve asked Ruth, "Who's got the ball?" Steven especially loved fishing throughout his life and, as a boy, won prizes at Andover Lake fishing derbies. As a little boy he carried a very large bass home in the leg of his jeans because he thought it might not be legal to catch such a big fish. The trout in rivers in Vermont must be swimming more freely now that this accomplished fly fisherman is no longer casting his lines. In lieu of flowers, donations in Steven's memory may be made to the Music Board, First Church of Christ Congregational, 2183 Main Street, Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033, or donations in memory of Steve may be made to the Lighting and Heating Fund, East Corinth Congregational Church, P.O. Box 1086, East Corinth, Vermont 05040. A Celebration of Steven's Life will be held Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 11:00 at the First Church of Christ Congregational, 2183 Main Street, Glastonbury, Connecticut. A private burial will be held in the spring in Columbia, Connecticut. Calling hours will be held Friday, February 20, 2015, at Mulryan Funeral Home, 725 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury, Ct. from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. For online condolences, please visit www.mulryanfh.com.