Patrick Muldoon died after a prolonged illness in Asbury~Solomons Retirement Community in Solomons, Maryland, on June 25, 2010, with his loving family at his bedside. Patrick was born on June 5, 1929 in Hartford Connecticut to the late Patrick and Mary nee Kelley Muldoon.

After attending Hartford Public High School, he entered the Navy where he served as an Aviation Electronics Technician and aircrew man during the Korean War. He was assigned to a San Diego based VP squadron flying the PBM Mariner and was awarded an Air Medal for action over Inchon. Upon completion of active duty service he attended Hillyer College in Hartford and served in the Hartford Police Department. In 1955 he met his beloved Maryellen Grover and they married in1956. As his family grew, Pat transitioned from a sales position with National Cash Register to a management career with the State of Connecticut. He completed his working career as Administrative Service Officer for Eastern Connecticut State University in 1985. From 1963 until 1987 the family made their home in Newington Connecticut.

Patrick loved the water and introduced all his children to sailing and white water canoeing, both of which became staples of Muldoon Family weekends during the 70s and he continued his sailing well past his 70th birthday.

Throughout his life Patrick was active in multiple organizations that influenced and shaped his philosophy of community service. A long time member of the Lions club he served as President of the Newington Chapter as well as state board member. While president of the local PTA, he co-founded the Newington Student Assistance Fund, which has provided interest free loans for more than 800 students since its inception in 1966. Additionally, Patrick was a member of the Navy League, Knights of Columbus, and President of the Naval Academy Parent's Association of Connecticut.

Upon retirement Pat carried out a long time threat to pursue public office, barely losing the race for Judge of Probate in 1987 to a three-term incumbent. Because of a family medical crisis, Pat and Maryellen relocated to Ft Lauderdale, Florida, for two years before moving to San Diego in 1989. The Muldoons established themselves in the community of Bonita and resided there until 2004.While in San Diego, Pat expanded his involvement in the Navy League becoming a National Director from1998-2000. Pat and Maryellen relished their involvement in the Bonita Optimist Club as well as the Parish of Corpus Christi where Patrick provided leadership in the Knights of Columbus (he earned his Fourth Degree).

Due to health issues in 2004, Pat and Maryellen moved to Asbury-Solomons Island retirement community in Maryland. Despite challenges, Pat enjoyed his last years with his family and friends. He was a loving husband, devoted father, awesome grandfather and tremendous friend.

Patrick was predeceased by his brother Lawrence Muldoon and his sister Barbara McKay. He is survived by his wife Maryellen, his sons Michael (wife Jeannie), of San Diego, Richard (wife Heather) of Lusby, Maryland, and his daughter Pamela (husband Mike) of Naperville, Illinois. Additionally, he leaves eight grandchildren, Zachary and Emily Cooper of Naperville; Brian, Gordon and Urmi Muldoon of Lusby; and Glennis, Patrick Rory and Charles Muldoon of San Diego.

A Memorial will be held at Asbury-Solomons Auditorium, 11000 Asbury Circle, Solomons, MD 20688 on July 15, 2010, at 2:00 PM, with Pastor Randall Casto officiating.

Arrangements by the Rausch Funeral Home, P. A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, Maryland.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Benevolent Care Fund of Asbury-Solomons Retirement Community, Asbury Foundation, Attn: Benevolent Care Fund, 1110 Asbury Circle, Solomons, MD 20688; the YMCA of San Diego County, 3708 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123-1812 or the Newington Student Assistance Fund, % TD Bank, 1133 Main Street, Newington, CT 06111.

To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.