Patrick John Conroy
A good man has left us. Patrick John
Conroy, our dear husband, brother, father, grandfather and
uncle passed peacefully surrounded by his loving wife Helen
and 6 children.
Patrick John Conroy was born in Harlowton, MT on January 11,
1931 to Clem and Edna Conroy. He graduated from Judith Gap
High School, excelling in academics, music and sports. He
attended college at both Rocky Mountain College as well as
Carroll College, where he received a degree in education. He
later obtained a Masters Degree in Administration from the
University of Montana.
In 1951, he married his childhood sweetheart, Helen
Brewington. Together they had 6 children and enjoyed a life
full of family, friends and fun. With Pat's career, he and
his family enjoyed the communities of Winnett, Roy, Havre,
Chinook, Kalispell, Browning and St. Leo's. Special Memories
and life long friendships were formed and still remain
special to each of us.
Pat became a highly successful and respected teacher, coach
and administrator. He was always guided by his character and
uncompromising principles. He was an extremely gifted
motivator in more ways than can be described. He had a knack
for earning the respect of his students, at times by
instilling some "worry" in those he taught. His ultimate
goal was always the same: to support and encourage his
students to excel in every aspect of their lives.
Pat also enjoyed many outdoor activities. Whether it be
hunting, camping or riding a good horse. He especially loved
spending time in the Big Snowy Mountains. However, he most
enjoyed following his kids and grandkids in all of their
sporting endeavors, traveling thousands of miles in the
process.
He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Helen Hughes
and grandson Micah Patrick Breding. He is survived by his
wife of 59 years, Helen Conroy, his children Debbie (Ed)
Breding, Kevin (Patti) Conroy, Patti (Gene) Schinnick, Keith
Conroy, Kyle (Lynn) Conroy, Kathy (Calvin) Satterfield, his
16 grandchildren 8 great grandchildren, sister Margaret
Johnston and brothers Kenneth, Tom and David Conroy.
Our Family would like to extend our deepest appreciation to
the entire St. John's family who provided excellent
emotional, physical and spiritual support to our Dad and
Grandpa. You are all greatly appreciated.
Dad- We love you and will miss you. You have taught us well
and we will do our best to make you proud. God Bless
A Rosary will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic
Church in Judith Gap, at 7:30 pm on Thursday, November 11th.
A celebration of Pat's life will be held at 1 pm Friday,
November 12th in the Judith Gap High School Gymnasium.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made to St. John's Lutheran Ministries or the charity of your choice.
Remembrances
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Sorry to
hear that Pat has passed, he’s in a better place now.
Don’t know if my folks (Jim and Dorothy Brook) will make it back to J.G
in time for the funeral, as they are on a cruise at this time. I know
that the celebration of his life will be well attended. He will be
missed by all. He knew so much history of the area and was always a joy
to visit with.
Ron Brook
Helena, MT
Dear Helen and the rest of the Pat Conroy
family,
We were so sorry to hear about the death of Pat.
He was our former teacher and friend as were other members of your
family.
Please know that our thoughts and our prayers are with you all at
this
time.
We had planned on coming to the service today but things have come
up
that will prevent us from coming.
Love and sympathy,
Frank and Joey