Patrick “Paddy” William Graham was born to John “Mike” and Janice Ann (LeVee) Graham on Nov. 27, 1968, in Tacoma and entered into rest unexpectedly March 10, 2005, in Coupeville with his loving family and friends at his side.

Pat is survived by his loving family: beloved mother Janice Graham of Coupeville; loving father Mike Graham and his wife Mea of Port Ludlow; brothers Joseph Graham of Coupeville, Jon Graham and wife Tasha of Uniontown, Ohio; and life partner Jason Frye of Coupeville.

Patrick lived the life God gave him as a gay man, and later battled HIV with dignity, grace and humor, always giving to others and making them smile. Pat felt blessed by the love of his family and friends, especially his life partner Jason Frye. Pat gave us the gift of loving us without conditions. He was a cherished son, brother and friend. We are the ones blessed to have shared his life with him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and loved him.

Pat requested no flowers. In remembrance of Pat, tell someone you love them, perform an act of kindness and help someone laugh. A memorial party to celebrate Pat’s life will begin at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 19, at Admiral’s Cove Beach Club in Coupeville. In lieu of floral tributes, memorials in Pat’s name can be made to Evergreen AIDS Foundation in Bellingham.