The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to stand in honor at the Interment Service for Pat McCabe, at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 3698 South Sheridan Blvd., Denver, 80236, on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 11:30AM, Committal Shelter C.
Master Sergeant McCabe was born on April 30, 1937 and died on August 10, 2023 at the age of 86. He retired from the US Air Force and US Air National Guard after 33 years of Service. He was a Vietnam Veteran. MSGT McCabe is the brother of Colorado PGR Ride Captain and long term member, Dave "EZ" McCabe.
Following is Pat McCabe's Obituary:
Pat McCabe (86) went to be with his Lord on August 10, 2023.
Pat was born at Porter Hospital Denver, CO on April 30, 1937. He was the son and grandson of Colorado miners. He was the oldest of six children and is preceded in death by his parents, John Raymond McCabe and Edythe Elizabeth (Peterson) and his brother Randy McCabe. Pat did not have a middle name.
Graduating from Lakewood High School, he went on to receive his BA in Christian Education from Rockmont College which is now Colorado Christian University. He then went to Western Bible College for his teaching license and became pastor of Daniels Presbyterian Church in Golden. He taught bible studies for years at Aurora Hills Baptist Church and helped in children’s ministries. In AWANA, he was proud to “Bring the milk and cookies!”
Pat joined the Air National Guard when he was 17 and served 33 years, serving in Vietnam and the Berlin Crisis with the Air Force. He retired as a Master Sergeant from Buckley Air National Guard Base, now Buckley Air Force Base.
Pat really loved Jesus, his family, the arts, woodworking, music, and laughing. He had the biggest smile and the softest heart. He met his wife, Helen, in 1959 at Montgomery Ward and she fell in love with this Irishman the first time he said, “Top of the mornin’ to ye!”
Together, they had five children, 15 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and have loved and honored each other for 64 years.
He was kind and generous, although being of humble means, he always had enough; moreover he was very generous and giving, and supported every ministry he met.
Pat lived out his life verse: “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.” Philippians 4:8.
A few years ago, Pat was working on the roof and fell, fracturing several bones and getting a severe concussion resulting in early Alzheimer’s. His memory faded but his smile and his prayers didn’t. He had spent a lifetime praying for everyone and everything, so even after he forgot the names of his family, he continued to remember prayer. At the age of 86, Pat was escorted from this world by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He waited for one last song and kiss from his wife, looked up to his Lord and left for his forever home in Heaven where right now he is free.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have kept the faith.”
II Timothy 4:7 NIV
Siblings: Geary (LaDonna), David, Nancy, Robert, Randy (Deceased)
Children: Daniel (Marla), Ruth (Peter), Mark (Toni), Mary (Daniel), Paul.
Grandchildren: Bethany (Andrew), Natalie (Lucas), Caleb, Jacob, Sarah (Chad), Abigail (Chris), Hannah (Russell), Micah (Sean), Jonathon (Kera), Katie, Patrick, Rachel, Philip (Karli), Rebekah (Stephen), Lydia (Michael).
Great Grandchildren: Zachery, Brooke, Clayton, Grace, Harper, Greyson, Ryleigh, Beckett, Joyce, Eleanor, Baby Yates, Christian, Judah, Silvara, Brayden, Zoey, Jack, Madeline, Boston, Caelyn.
Viewing:
Friday, September 8, 2023 from 3:00PM until 5:00PM
Newcomer – East Metro Chapel
1490 Potomac Street
Aurora, CO 80011
720-857-0700
Memorial:
Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:00AM
Aurora Hills Baptist Church
12800 E Alameda Ave
Aurora, CO 80012
Reception to follow
Interment:
September 11, 2023 at 11:30AM
Ft. Logan National Cemetery
3698 South Sheridan Blvd.
Denver, CO 80236
10:45AM - Stage at the Fort Logan Visitors Center
11:00AM - Mission Briefing
11:15AM - Form Flag Line at Committal Shelter C
Dave "EZ" McCabe will serve as Ride Captain at his brother's Service.
I will be honored to attend and will bring Flags.
Jim Herstein
303-518-8790
My condolences to my brother Pat McCabe's family and friends. He was everything you could want for an older brother. We took different paths in our journey. His never varied. He was not just a religious man, he was the one that walked the walk. When I saw him two days before he died, he was peaceful and quiet, but his eyes were always on the move. I didn't understand stand why until I heard how he had died. The searching eyes didn't stop until he saw what he was searching for. He saw his wife Helen and then he saw his savior and passed over. Rest easy brother you have earned it.
My sincere condolences go out to you Dave, your family and friends of your brother MSgt Pat McCabe, USAF (RET), US Air National Guard & Vietnam Veteran.
Thank you so much for your service & sacrifice to our country. Rest in peace sir, it will be my honor to stand for MSgt Pat McCabe.
I extend my most sincere condolences to the family and friends of USAF MSGT Pat McCabe ret. Dave, so sorry to hear of your loss. I will be honored to stand at this mission.
Ruth and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Dave and the rest of the McCabe family for their loss and we would be honored to stand for this veteran.
My sincere condolences to Dave and the family and friends of Mr. McCabe for the loss of your loved one. Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our country. I will be honored to stand for this Airman.
Mike
My sincere condolences to Dave, and all of the McCabe family and friends of MSgt McCabe. May your memories bring you comfort and peace during these difficult times. Thank you for your dedicated service to our country. May you rest in peace MSgt.
My sincere condolences to Dave along with the family and friends of MSgt Pat McCabe, US Air Force. May Pat rest in peace.
Dave, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories console you and bring you peace and comfort.
Our prayers are lifted up for this Veteran, his family and friends. We ask that your memories bring you peace and comfort. May you find rest and know that you will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful for your service to our great country and for the freedom it allows us today.
To the McCabe family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Pat. I want to thank him for his service to our country. Rest in Peace Pat and welcome home!
To our friend Dave and everyone of the McCabe family and his friends, we extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Pat McCabe. Certainly his life and his teachings touched many people and I am sure that he had a lasting impact on all who had the opportunity to be close to him. In recognition of his 33 years of service, I would be honored to stand with the Air Force flag at his interment service. Welcome Home Pat and thank you for your service to our country.
Dave and McCabe family, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. It is my great priviledge to stand in honor of this Air Force hero.
Rest in Peace, fellow Airman. We have the watch.
Dave "Captain Slow" Lefavor
I wish to send my sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of MSgt Pat McCabe a Retired Vietnam and Berlin US Air Force Hero. I am grateful for the 33 years of service that was provided us, so we can enjoy the freedoms we have today. Thank you for your service to our country. I will be with you in my prayers.
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‘Can Do’ Bob Aholt
PGR Ride Captain
To the Dave, and the rest of the family of Msgt McCabe, I extend to you my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one and American Hero. I Thank You Sir, for your service to our Great Nation, and may you now rest in well-deserved peace. Welcome Home.
'Damnit Jim' Balcerovich
State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders of Colorado
Fair winds and following seas to this USAF (Ret) / USANG / Vietnam veteran. The family and friends of MSgt. Pat McCabe have my most sincere sympathy and condolences. We are so very sorry for your loss, and so grateful for his extended, and gallant service to our nation. Thank You, Sir. To our PGR Brother, and Pat's brother, Dave...you know that you and the rest of Pat's family are in our thoughts and prayers. I will be honored to stand for MSgt. MCCabe. Welcome Home
RIP Airman
Jim
I extend my most heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of MSgt Pat McCabe, USAF (ret), and USANG Vietnam Veteran. During this most difficult time, I pray you peace. I will forever be grateful for his service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. Rest easy now, Airman…those you have left behind to carry on without you have the watch. Welcome home...
To my PGR Brother...I'm so very sorry, Dave. I pray Pat eternal rest in the hands of our Heavenly Father...God bless you all. Rat
Sincere appreciation for the US Air Force and Air National Guard Career and the Vietnam Service of Pat McCabe. The loss of someone who served and sacrificed is tragic and all Patriotic Americans are forever in their debt. Thankful for the sacrifices made by their families, as well. These Heroes gave up so much in order to preserve our freedoms and to ensure our safety and security. They have earned our recognition and respect. They will be greatly missed, but, will never be forgotten. May their family and friends achieve peace along with our enduring gratitude.
Dave, Wanda and I offer our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. It is apparent that your brother lived a life of Service and Faith. He was a man who had a positive impact on so many lives. May he now be at peace.
With gratitude and respect for his service, farewell to our brother in arms. Requiescat in pace.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Master Sargent McCabe. I will be honored to stand for this hero. May he rest in peace.