Patrick Joseph Maher, age 47, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2016.
Patrick is survived by his beautiful wife of 21 years, Jennifer Sweeney Maher. He treated his Jennifer like a queen. His prized possessions were his children, Patrick John (PJ), Riley and Caeli. Patrick is also survived by his wonderful mother, Helen Maher, his brother Robert, his-in-laws, Michael and Diane Sweeney, Michael and Gina Sweeney and Joe and Missy O'Donnell. Patrick was adored by his nieces and nephews, Sam, Murphy, Megan, Molly, Kacey, Trey and Hunter.
Patrick fought a hard battle with sarcoma for four years. He will be reunited with his father, John, who made him the man he was. Patrick was a kind, loving and gentle person. He impacted everyone he met. Patrick's passion and dedication was seen in each player that he coached on the Rugby field.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit the family Friday, June 24, 2016 from 4:00-8:00 PM The Donohue Funeral Home, 3300 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square PA. His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 10:00 AM at St. Thomas of Villanova Church, Main Campus Chapel, 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA. Interment is private.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Steps to Cure Sarcoma 3535 Market Street, Suite 750, Philadelphia PA or http://givingpages.upenn.edu/stepstocuresarcoma.