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Patrick Larkin Obituary

Patrick Michael Larkin passed away on December 23, 2005 in the home of his children at the age of 51. Mike was born and raised in Mendota, Illinois and resided in Colorado Springs since April 1983. Mike spent his life selling Chevrolet vehicles. This was a true passion for him. He is survived by is daughter, Kari Marie, Larkin, 20, and his son Thomas Michael Larkin, 18. He is also survived by his two brothers, Bob Larkin and Jim Larkin along with his sister Mary Beth Fohlmeister. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Colorado Springs on December 29, 2005 at 4p.m. Visitations will be held at Schwarz Funeral Home in Mendota, Illinois on January 5, 2006 from 4p.m. to 8p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mendota, Illinois on January 6, 2006 at 10:30a.m. In lieu of flowers, can be sent to: memorial contributions Kari and/or Tom Larkin2630 Kittyhawk Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80920

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 29, 2005.

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Sheree Schimmer Valukas

January 2, 2006

I'll never forget spending time with Mike at our last class reunion. I cherish the picture of us standing on the stairs of the old library. Mike and I have known each other since Kindergarten. I hadn't seen Mike for years and the minute you saw him it was like time never passed. He was so proud of his family! I feel blessed to have known such a great man with a heart of gold. My deepest symaphy to his family. I will miss his gift of friendship.

tim camp

January 1, 2006

I worked with mike and great guys always left me with a empty tank to gas ....I wish he had me another one to fill..i will miss him

Andie &Joe

December 31, 2005

Mike, we are going to miss your smile ,your laughter but most of all we will miss the friend we lost way too soon.

Alan Coopet

December 31, 2005

Linda,Kari,& Tom, I want you to know how much I admired and loved Mike. I valued our friendship and will miss his sense of humor and our times together; especially our ROAD TRIPS during work. Every time I drink chocolate milk I'll think of Mike.

Cindy Booth Beetz

December 30, 2005

My deepest sympathy to Mike's children Kari and Tom Michael and to their mother Linda. I came to know Mike much later than some of my other friends who went to Kindergarten with him...we met in 1st Grade. Funny, laid back, and kind... Mike was a gentle man.

His friends will miss him.

Randy Kleckner

December 30, 2005

Mike is the 7th from our Class of 72 to pass on. But I will miss him the most and has hit me the hardest. Always a "character" Mike was... Always had a deal for you. His sneezing fits at 3 AM back in high school. Going to prom in his '63 (or whatever) white souped up Chevy (what else???) Impala. Seeing Asleep At The Wheel in Chicago drinking Heineken's until we almost burst. And always that devilish grin followed by that "what??!" look of innocence. A great guy. A great friend. "God bless ya", P. Michael!

Marcy Eichorn Mammen

December 30, 2005

Mike and I became friends in Kindergarten, continued through Holy Cross Grade School and Mendota High School, through 30+ years later. I heard about Mike's illness while with girlfriends at a holiday luncheon and we didn't hesitate to call him at his hospital room. He was able to talk to our dear friend, Carol, and we were so glad that he knew he was in our thoughts and prayers, just two days before he died. Mike -- friend to everyone he met, always smiling, always fun, always caring for all of us from his hometown of Mendota -- sadly missed.

gary hendrickson

December 29, 2005

my prayers are with your family. mike was a great guy!!

Don Haymaker

December 29, 2005

I could only hope you enjoyed the time and experiences we shared as much as I did. I learned a lot from you, my friend. You were good of heart and will forever be remembered. Good Journey!

Judy & Rick James

December 29, 2005

Mike,

You will be greatly missed, Rick will miss those great golf games,and those three dimes on the wall, you know where.



And to the family, especially Kari and Tom Michael, we know your father loved you very much, and he was loved by everyone, we know you will miss him greatly.



With our deapest sympathy,

Steve Johnson

December 29, 2005

To a friend who always had time to listen. Your departure from us will always be a sad day, but your memories will always be enjoyed. It was a pleasure knowing you and hearing the stories of your children and of your fishing trips. You will be missed my friend

Dee Line

December 29, 2005

I know it's been a long time Mike but I can still see your smile and hear the laughter that we will all truly miss.

Matt Fox

December 29, 2005

Although we feel you left us too soon,it is knowing that you are at peace and in a better place that brings us some comfort.Thanks for the friendship and support,not to mention the many laughs and great stories we shared over the years.The way you would beam when talking about Kari and Tom also made me proud to call you "friend."

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