Patrick Charles McNally

Patrick McNally, 71, of Eau Claire, passed away due to pancreatic cancer on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital, surrounded by his family and friends. Pat was born in Racine, WI on June 21, 1948 a son of Charles and Jean (Dyer)McNally. He attended Park High School in Racine. After moving to Eau Claire, he attended the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where he was on the wrestling team. Pat married Susan Oesterreicher on June 17, 1972 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand, WI. Pat worked at the City of Eau Claire Police Department until his retirement in 2003 as Chief of Police. Pat was dedicated to his family; making their loves his. His support to family was endless. Pat took on coaching roles for his children, traveled for Special Olympics and wrestling and was always the biggest fan in the arena. Unconditional love was the only love he knew…while he devoted his attention to his family and Susan was the absolute love of his life, Pat found time for himself of the golf course. He loved the sport and the friendships garnered on the golf course. Patrick is survived by his wife, Susan; daughter, Rachel McNally; son, Kyle (Kristie) McNally; grandchildren, Evan, Callahan, and Kaitlyn; brother, Michael (Christine) McNally; and sister, Kate (David) Storm. He is also survived by many loved step-siblings, nieces, nephews and other extended family members. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Eau Claire Adult Special Olympics, 2505 Beverly Hills Dr. Eau Claire, WI 54701 Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Newman Parish at the Ecumenical Religious Center, 110 Garfield Ave. in Eau Claire, with Father Dan Oudenhoven officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2020 at Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral Home, 814 First Ave. in Eau Claire and again one hour prior to the service at the Newman Parish. Inurnment will be held at a later date in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Durand, WI. The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

Service Information

Visitation

Friday, February 14 2020
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral Home
814 First Ave
Eau Claire WI 54703

Visitation

Saturday, February 15 2020
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Newman Parish at the Ecumenical Religious Center
110 Garfield Avenue
Eau Claire WI 54701

Mass

Saturday, February 15 2020
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Newman Parish at the Ecumenical Religious Center
110 Garfield Avenue
Eau Claire WI 54701