Patrick Terrence Scanlon

Patrick Terrance Scanlon Jr., known as Pat, passed away on February 28, 2024, in Mercedes, TX at the young age of 52. Born February 2, 1972, Groundhog’s Day, he is the much-loved son of Lydia M. Drexler (Scanlon) and stepfather Mark J Drexler. 

Patrick is preceded in death by his father, Patrick Terrance Scanlon, Sr. 

He is survived by his daughter Alexis L Klasen and her husband Jordan S Klasen. Grandmother Donna M Mosher, Auntie Laurie A LaBelle, Auntie Ann M Scanlon, Uncle and Aunt Brian P and Mary C Scanlon, Uncle and Aunt Dick G and Kathy A Huber, Aunt Lenore C Weiss, a close friend, and roommate Judie A Wing, four-legged best friend Karma, many cousins and friends. 

Pat enjoyed laughter and making others laugh, he was kind and believed in family and family traditions. Later in life, he struggled with many health problems, and it is comforting to know he is now in heaven and all the suffering has now ended. 

A celebration of life will be held on March 9 at Oakwood Funeral, 2585 Stillwater Road, Maplewood MN, 55119 (phone# 651-738-2198) Gathering from 2 to 4pm, service from 4 to 5pm, light meal served from 5 to 6pm.