Joseph (Buster) Patrick, Jr.

Joseph Patrick, Jr (Buster), of New York and Florida passed away on February 9, 2024, at his home in Longboat Key, Florida, surrounded by family, after a long illness. He was 86 years old. Joe was born in New York on January 12, 1938, to Joseph and Margaret Patrick. Joe developed a love for sports at an early age. He was a proud member of the Inwood Rams, the first Little League team in New York. One of his fondest memories was playing a game in the Polo Grounds. He played many sports including basketball, football, softball and golf but handball was “his game”, winning numerous tournaments throughout New York state. Joe was a member of both Gator Creek and Sarabay Golf Clubs in Florida, cultivating many great and lasting friendships. Throughout his life Joe cheered for his beloved New York Yankees. Most importantly he was a dedicated sports fan of his two grandchildren, Sloane and Ryan. Joe joined the United States Air Force in 1955 and later worked for the NY Port Authority as a Police Officer. Joe took immense pride in his service to his country. In 1964, Joe opened his first restaurant, The Piper’s Kilt. The success of that restaurant, Patrick’s of Sarasota, and the ten that followed were a combination of hard work and the love and support of his wife, Stephanie. The Piper’s Kilt in Eastchester, NY is still in operation and continues to serve the “Best Burger in Town”. Joe was preceded in death by his mother and father, sister Helen Patrick, nephew Michael Patrick and brother-in-law Harry Glus. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Stephanie Bern Patrick, son Stephen (Gretchen) Patrick, grandchildren Sloane Patrick, and Stephen “Ryan” Patrick, sister-in-law Barbara Glus, nephew John Davis, grandnephew Christopher Davis, and the many friends that he considered immediate family (you know who you are). There will be two memorial services honoring Joe’s life. Florida service for Joseph Patrick Tuesday, February 20, 2024, from 2-4pm Toale Brothers 40 N. Orange Sarasota, FL New York service for “Buster” Patrick Day and time in mid-March TBD Flynn Memorial Home In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made in Joe’s name to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation https://t2t.org/_

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Joseph (Buster) Patrick, Jr.

January 12, 1938 - February 9, 2024