Tragic Loss for my Family

[Captain Jay Kavanagh]

I got a phone call Sunday morning and the world has been a pretty sad place since then.

My cousin Patrick died as a result of injuries sustained from car wreck. His Girlfriend Katie, died on the scene.

This tragedy occurred outside Morgantown early Suday morning. Severe winter road conditions are beleived to be the cause.

As many of you know, the Kavanagh Cousins are a pretty tight group. Jackson and I grew up with Patrick and he was like a brother to us.

Patrick was Geologist, he worked in Mining Consulting in West Virginia. He was a tremendous musician, and recently a successful business man, his Snowboard manufacturing endevour was on the verge of being big.

He and I attended WVU together, He was an undergrad while I was in grad school, He and Jackson attended ECU together, where Pat did his graduate work.

Patrick was always positive in his outlook on life, and always seemed to take great joy in life's simple pleasures. It was always a great time for everyone there when Patrick was around. For those of you who had the pleasure of knowing Patrick, you will not have any trouble remembering fun times and pleasant thoughts of him.

I am sure Katie was a special person too, although I did not have an opportunity to know her.

Services are at 11am, St. Anne's in Webster Springs, WV

Peace for Patrick and Katie.

Here are some pics Natalie was able to find on her computer.

Melissa, Patrick, Morris and Alex at Mine and Natalie's Wedding


A bunch of us after an ECU/WVU football contest in Greenville @ 519


Patrick, Jackson and Gypsy hanging out Soundside in Frisco


Some of the Kavanagh Cousins at Morris's Wedding this summer


The Family Band at Morris's Weding this summer, Big Dan - Guitar, Patrick - Guitar, Action Jackson - Percusion, Uncle Greg - Bass

[Robja]

I am sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

[hunt4fish]

Prayers sent.

[LIQUIDFIRELADIES]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know what it's like to lose an extended family member, though not one so close. We can only think that they're in a better place than we are, and be at peace with that.

[sportfishingusa]

you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers jay. this is a sad time! stay strong.. we are all praying for you all!

[Big Jay]

I am so very sorry for your loss my friend. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

[clt_capt]

Very sorry for your loss. Prayers sent.

[Questsportfishing]

peace to you and your family .. I am sure he would be grinning also that you remembered him and he made a difference in your life.

[fishskipper]

Jay,
I too, am so sorry for your loss and also know the pain you feel. I loss my cousin years ago at the tender age of 19 while serving our country. He was also like a brother to me. Memories are to be cherished my friend. Prayers sent to you and your family!

Ron

[paul708]

sorry for your loss..prayers sent