Obituary: Gilden, Patrick C.

Age 47

Sun., March 29, 2015

GILDEN, Patrick C. (Age 47) Beloved husband, father, brother and friend passed away unexpectedly at home March 23, 2015 due to a sudden cardiac event.

Patrick was born August 24, 1967 in Spokane, WA to John and Leonaine Gilden.

He graduated from Central Valley HS in 1986 and worked numerous years in the grocery industry.

At the time of his death, Pat was a route salesman for Tim’s Cascade Chips.

Pat was a kind, gentle, generous and compassionate soul who was always there for those who needed him.

Pat’s greatest joy was spending time with his family especially his kids, with whom he had a great relationship.

His wit and humor were felt by all who knew him.

Pat is preceded in death by his parents John and Leonaine as well as his father in law Rocky Tibbits.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 18 years Lisa, daughter Emily (18) and son Alex (14).

He is also survived by brother Mike (Molly); sister Mary (Jim) Nolen; mother-in-law Beth Viau and sister-in-law Kayla (Travis) Ford; as well as niece Kelli Gilden, nephews Shawn and Chris Gilden, Drew, Jordan, Blake and Ryan Baddeley and niece Zoey Ford.

We will miss his infectious smile and unconditional love.

A celebration of Pat’s life will be held Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 11:00 am at New Life Church, 10920 E. Sprague in Spokane Valley, WA.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Heart Association.

Rest in peace Putter, we love you so much!!

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