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Patrick Wilson Obituary

A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, July 25, 3:00, Lighthouse Baptist Church. Born February 24, 1947, Loma Linda, California. Graduated White Pine High School, Michigan, 1965. While at Michigan Tech University, he met his wife, Kathy. Receiving his Electrical Engineering degree, 1971, they moved to Colorado Springs where he worked for Ampex until he retired in 2010. Pat enjoyed camping with family and friends, biking, 4-wheeling, skiing, and reading. Survived by wife, Kathy; father Lynn; brother Doug; sons Mark, David, Craig; daughter-in-laws, Tanya, Brenda; 9 grandchildren.

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Published by The Gazette from Jul. 20 to Jul. 22, 2012.

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Vern Gazvoda

July 14, 2022

Pat - wish you were still with us. We had some great times at Ampex - and of course at some company picnics. I got laid off in 1993 after 25 years of working for a great company. You're still remembered!

Larry Price

July 27, 2012

Pat and I both started work at Ampex in 1971 but he earlier than me. We worked in different areas but I had many opportunities to watch Pat's great skills as an engineer and in working with people. I developed a deep respect and appreciation for his work and the person Pat was. It was truly my pleasure to have known Pat!

Lynda Schear

July 25, 2012

Working with Pat the last years of my Ampex career, since 1999 here in the Springs was lots of fun. He always had a smile and his laugh was great to hear. Bless you Kathy , my prayers are with you and your family.

July 25, 2012

I worked with Pat for 30+ yrs. WOW it was so great to know such a kind human being. He respected every person at Ampex for who they were. Awsom engineer and plant manager. Great Mentor. Pat will be greatly missed.

July 25, 2012

What wonderful neighbors Pat and Kathy have been! Our hearts are sad with Kathy and family! May the Lord put His arms of love around you, and be with you during this most difficult time of loss. Sherry & Dennis

Doug Karttunen

July 25, 2012

My sympathies go out to all of Pat's family. Pat and I graduated together from White Pine High School, and also attended MTU at the same time. Haven't seen Pat since those days, but still feel the loss of an old friend.

tony gregory

July 24, 2012

I worked with and enjoyed Pat as a friend and a very kind human being. NEVER had a bad word to say about anything or anybody. Pat is truly a very good and happy person, i am sure his family will miss him.

Bob and Betty Barker

July 23, 2012

Betty and I knew Pat when we worked at Ampex. Pat used to tell great 4x4 stories and was an excellent, detail-oriented engineer. Blessings to the family and rest in peace, Pat.

Gage Hartman

July 23, 2012

I will miss the good days of Jeeping with Pat and Kathy. Best wishes to all the family.

Ernie Ohle

July 22, 2012

I'm sorry to hear the news. I too lived in White Pine (1956-1960). Bless you all.

Heidi Luckey

July 21, 2012

It has been a very long time since I have seen Pat Wilson; probably back in the 4 wheel driving days in the 90's. But I will always remember that he was a very good man. He always had a heart for others.

Douglas Burley

July 20, 2012

I seen him and wife at the last Ampex dinner and he was having a good time and thats the way to live.

DAVID WASHINGTON

July 20, 2012

It was a true pleasure working with Pat many years ago at Ampex. Pat will be missed.

Leah & Ray Bork

July 20, 2012

We were very saddened to hear the news. Pat was a good man and we always enjoyed our years of 4 wheeling and friendship with him. Our prayers to Kathy and the boys.

Richard Stenger

July 20, 2012

It's been 20 years since I last worked with Pat. My memories of him are all good. He was a hard working engineer who was quick with a smile. God bless you Pat. My condolences to your family.

Vern Gazvoda

July 20, 2012

I worked with Pat for many years at Ampex, Colorado Springs. He was dynamic and a very easy person to know and like. I will have great memories of him. The celebration of life is a very touching idea, and we will think of him during that time and in the future.

Al DeGuilio

July 20, 2012

Enjoyed the Ampex dinners with the both of you. Sorry to hear of Pat's passing. He was great to work with and always helpful. Our prayers are with you.

Rob & Beth Kaplan

July 20, 2012

Kathy and Family
We were very sad when we heard the news. Pat was a great friend and always willing to go the extra mile to help someone out. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with him as well as with you and your family.

Rick & Karin Searles

July 20, 2012

Kathy & Family;
We are saddend to hear of Pat's passing. He was a fine man and we both fondly remember the times we went 4-wheeling together. I enjoyed working with Pat at Ampex and greatly respect his knowledge, skills and humanity. We both pray for the Lord to bring you his peace in these emotionally dark days. May all the great memories you have with Pat bring you comfort in the days ahead.

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