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Patrick Alan Best

5 days ago
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With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Patrick Alan Best (65) on October 5th in the comfort of his home in Spokane, WA.


Patrick was born November 17th, 1960 in Grove City, PA. He was the son of William and Donna Critchlow Best. He grew up alongside his siblings Tony and Gaynell in Harrisville, PA, graduating from Slippery Rock in 1978. Following, he served 7 years in the Army working in the 82nd Airborne Division and the 25th Infantry Division as a medic. Retiring at Lakeland Village as an attendant counselor.


Beyond his occupation Pat was known to be outgoing, kind, and creative, using all his gifts to grow his passion for art of all kinds, including clay sculpting and caring for others. He loved his family fiercely and found happiness in being a shoulder for anyone. There was never a moment he wasn’t extending his hand for someone.


He is survived by his 5 children; Sherry Best, Jeremiah Best, Hailey Richards, Caden Richards, and Hannah Richards; his best friend Donna Best, and two grandchildren.


The family requests that any donations made in Patrick’s name go to Side By Side at www.sidebysidespokane.org/give. This non-profit works with Special Needs Individuals where people of all abilities experience life together. The other organization is NAMI Spokane (National Alliance on Mental Health), Website: http://namispokane.org.


A celebration of life will be held on November 21st at 2:00pm at New Hope Bible Church at 1445 N Argonne Rd, Spokane Valley, WA 99212


 
 
 

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