Patrick A. Gifford (71) of Pinellas Park, Florida was called to his Lord on Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 with his loving wife by his side. Patrick proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Army for 20 years. He then went to work for E-Systems and Raytheon for 26 years before his final retirement.
Patrick was a beloved husband, father, grandfather. and faithful member of the Korean Presbyterian Church of St. Petersburg. He will be dearly missed and forever loved by his wife, children, and grandchildren. He is predeceased by his parents Alvin and Anna Gifford of Maine. In addition to his parents he is predeceased by his brother Guy.
Patrick is survived by his wife Kyong (Kim) of 47 years; his children Alisa and Frank; his son-in-law Biron; his daughter-in-law Jennifer; and his 6 grandchildren Donovan, Lucas, Sofia, Dillon, Aubrie, and Kelsie; his brothers Alvin (Buzzy) and Kevin; and his sister Kathy.
A graveside service with full military honors will be held on Tuesday, May 14th at 9:30 a.m. at Bay Pines National Cemetery, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd. North, Bay Pines, FL 33504.