Patrick William O'Donnell
July 4, 1931 ~ June 23, 2013
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 28, 2013 in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church with Father Brian Sanderfoot officiating, and Father John Dakes Concelebrating. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Fridany, June 28, 2013 from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Compton, MD
Patrick “Pat” William O’Donnell, 81, of Leonardtown, MD formerly from Washington, DC, Passed away on June 24, 2013 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on July 4, 1931 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Neal Daniel and Edna Carrie Crossingham O’Donnell. Patrick is survived by his sisters Joyce O’Donnell Hecht of Bethesda, MD., and Cathleen O’Donnell Dawson of Clinton, MD, and Nephew James Francis Payne of Washington, DC. Patrick is preceded in death by his brother Neal Daniel O’Donnell. Pat attended St. Johns College High School graduating in 1949 and attended the University of Maryland graduating in 1953 with a Bachelors of Arts Degree. Patrick was a teacher in Great Mills High School for 36 years retiring in 1990. He was a lifelong St. Mary’s County resident, he was a member of the Potomac River Association, and Knights of Columbus. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 28, 2013 from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Compton, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 28, 2013 in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church with Father Brian Sanderfoot officiating, and Father John Dakes Concelebrating. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, MD. Pallbearers will be; James Francis Xavier Payne, Alexander Payne, Benedict Francis Xavier Payne, Norman Hecht, Jr., Mark Hecht, and James Dawson.
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“Man I don’t know where to start. I’m in shock to hear the news of Mr. O’Donnell’s passing. He was my homeroom teacher in the senior year at Great Mills High School in 1963 and I can honestly say he was one of the special ones. He had his hands full with our class but I would see him out in public in his later years of teaching and he told me we were his best class. I loved to hear that even if it wasn’t true. I missed him at our 50th but he did attend many others. He was a kind man and I hope that he has found peace in the arms of our Lord. “
“He will be missed. I loved his Latin class and the Greek feasts we would have.He was kind and love d teaching Latin to us. He hoped that each of us would remember later in the years with fond memories.”
“Rest in peace Mr. O’Donnell. You were a great Social Studies teacher. Prays to the O’Donnell family”
“My prayers are with you and your family.”
“My Condolences to the Family, I’m sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful person. Rest In Peace Mr. O’Donnell “
“Mr. O’Donnell was one of my teachers at Great Mills High School. He was a kind and gentle soul. My condolences to his family.”
“My condolences to Mr. O’Donnell’s Family and many friends. He was my Social Studies Teacher when I attended Great Mills. He was a devoted teacher. I appreciated him for being apart of my education. St. Mary’s has lost another great educator and citizen. “
“To the family of Mr O’Donnell, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr O’Donnell was a great teacher, one that will not be forgotten.”
“My condolences to Mr. O’Donnell’s family. I remember Mr. O’Donnell from Great Mills High School and also as a member of St. George’s Catholic Church where he volunteered for many activities. “
“Mr. O’Donnell will be remembered for his time at Great Mills HS and the many reunions he attended for the Classes of the 60’s. Rest in peace and may his family find solace in the great mark he made on many of his GMHS students.”
“The Potomac River Association (PRA)extends condolences to the family of our comrade Pat. Pat was a champion of environmental protection and a stalwart of our organization. He attended PRA’s board meeting June 18 and continued his advocacy for environmental issues. We profited from his counsel and appreciated his wisdom and wit. He will be missed. Bob Elwood, PRA president”
“A good and kind man and a dedicated teacher who touched so many lives. My condolences to his family. GMHS ’64”
“”Rest in peace, Mr. O’Donnell”
“Rest in peace, Mr. O’Donnell. Thank you for your service to the students of Great Mills High School.”
“So sorry to hear this. I loved Mr O’ Donnell as my teacher at Great Mills in 1975. Such a kind and patient man.I will never forget him.”
“RIP Mr. D. you will be missed. Mike Sprinkle Class of 1966 GMHS.”
“My condolences to Mr. O’Donnell’s family. He was a wonderful teacher when I attended Great Mills High School.”
“Mr. O,Donnell was my history teacher at GMHS one of best teacher I had . MAY YOU R.I.P.”
“To Mr. O’Donnells’s family..I send you many hugs and prayers during this time of loss. Mr. O’Donnell was truly one of a kind. I had him for homeroom and one class. He was without a doubt one of the nicest men that I ever knew. He always had something nice to say about everything and everyone! He was truly a gifted teacher because he was never forgotten by his students and those that knew him..Thoughts and prayers for you all during this time. Former student..Jean S. Winslow”
“Every now and then a really good teacher blesses your life-thats how I will always remember “Mr.OD” may he rest in peace and Bonnie Jean and I wish to express our condolences to his family. “
“My prayers go out to Mr. O’Donnells family. “
“The classes front he 60s have wonderful memories of Mr O’Donnell. He was a outstanding educator and friend to us. My sincere condolences to his family. “
“To Pat’s Family- Pat was part of our extended family thru his friendship with my aunt, Miss Martha Mattingly. We enjoyed his company on many occasions. The last few years have been a trial for Pat and he is now at peace. Our prayers are with his family. Jini & Dal”
” To lose such a wonderful person. I remember him so well from GMHS and the years after at our reunions. RIP Mr. O’Donnell. You were a great one.”
“Extending my sympathy and prayers to Mr. O’Donnell’s family. Truely a gentlemen and devoted teacher. God Bless.”
“Uncle Pat, it is wonderful to see how many people love you, including your family. Knowing you were a strong Christian with faith in our Lord Jesus, I have the blessed hope and consolation I will see you again someday in the Kingdom to Come. I plan to be at the funeral tomorrow. RIP dear Uncle, I will always cherish your memory and the many good times we shared together, including those with all your folks on the O’Donnell side, so many departed now, including Granddad and Grandma and Uncle Neal. Love, Neal, your Nephew, and from all of my three children too, and grandson, and Terry and Tiffany.”
“R.I.P. Mr. O’Donnell. He was one of the best. He made learning fun and I appreciate all that he did for me at Great Mills High. My prayers to his family. “
“To The O’Donnell family: I want to extend my sincere sympathy to you at this time! Thank you Mr. O’Donnell for you patience and wonderful personality and great teacher! R.I.P!”
“My condolences to the family”
“RIP, Sir. You were one great teacher!”
“To the family, Know that to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord. Mr. O’Donnell is my favorite teacher. He always let me go to the Library during class. R.I.P. Sir'”
“Rest in Peace Mr. O’Donnell. You were truly a great man, a wonderful mentor, and an awesome educator. God truly has an angel!”
“To one of the best teachers and nicest guy’s you could ever meet. Thanks for making our years at GMHS a lot easier. You will be missed. Gloria (Adams) Wilcox”