Patrick Taylor Dolan

March 17, 1985 - March 20, 2014
Patrick Taylor Dolan

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Patrick Taylor Dolan, 29, of Hendersonville passed away Thursday, March 20, 2014 at his home.

A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, he was the son of Myra Dolan of Enoree, SC, and formerly of Hendersonville, and James Dolan of Titusville, FL.

Patrick was an artist, a writer and a philosopher. If you were ever troubled, he valued comforting and inspiring you. His best friend will always be longing for her brotherís conversations and camaraderie.

He leaves us with this: ìThe time is now in hand. I leave you at the turn.î

In addition to his mother and father, he is survived by his sister and best friend, Megan Dolan of Hendersonville; his maternal grandparents, Eugene and Juanita Case of Hendersonville; and relatives in Illinois.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 3 PM Sunday, March 30, 2014 in the Life Center of Refuge Baptist Church in Dana. The Reverends Roy Perry and Kenneth Lytle will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Big Brothers Big Sisters, 722 5th Avenue West, Hendersonville, N C 28739.


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  • March 29, 2014
    Mark O'Gassian says:
    I only knew Patrick for a short time... Three years... In that time I found Pat to be a happy, intelligent and artistic man... He was fun to be around and a good man... He was respectful and engaging to all the people he met... He was also a talented glass blower and was Very creative... He'll be very much missed by all who knew him... But especially by his Mother and Sister... May God Rest His Soul...

  • March 29, 2014
    Shane and Kristi Allen says:
    Very heartbreaking tragedy to lose such a close friend and brother since a young age. We became friends in grammar school and have held on to our friendship since then. He was truly my brother. A strong influence and also the kind of person you could lean on when daily struggles of life would sometimes become too overwhelming. R.I.P, Patrick, I love you brother and your legacy will surely never be forgotten by me and your family. My kids will hear many stories of his Uncle Patrick Dolan. Till we meet again. SINCERELY, Shane Allen

  • March 29, 2014
    Tammy says:
    Sweet Soul Brother You will be lovingly missed here, Your smile and warm hugs, I shall never forget. You were such a loving soul, so kind and generous I know you experienced much sorrow and pain. I saw the real you, as you lovingly expressed your heart. Thank you for blessing my life and sharing with me In the short, sweet times we spent together. You will live on in my heart forever, dear friend. Your soul be at peace and may you have rest. Until such time, we shall meet again... Your Love remains within my heart. The birds are singing sweet songs for you this morning. I am grateful to hear them, as I know you are near. With Great Love and Adoration for Our Soul Connection Fly free and easy on the wings of Love, Sweet Spirit!

  • March 29, 2014
    Myra Dolan says:
    My Wonderful Son, How I miss you smile, your hugs, and just knowing your in the next room, or just a ride up the mountain. My heart is broken, I know people have told me, time will help ease the pain, I wish I could believe them. You were my light, my rock, the smile I could almost hear over the phone. You were always quick with a witty comeback. You picked me up when I was down, even if you were feeling down yourself at the time. You always put other's before yourself. Anyone who met me, who knew you, made a point to come to me, to say what a great job I have done in raising you. Fact is, you had to grow up too fast. Being from a divorced home, loosing your father at such a young, and vulnerable age. You did a lot yourself. I taught you the basics in life, and your quest made you search for all of life's answers. Your love of glass blowing showed in each and every piece you created. Your life was taken much too soon, you always wanted to have a family, and you would have been such a great father. Never will a day go by that I don't think of you, cry for you, and remember all the great, to silly things you did to make me smile. Goodbye my dear son. You will always be in my heart.

  • March 29, 2014
    Jim Currier says:
    The last time i saw Patrick was on his birthday. We went out and shot a game of pool. We really had great time. That night he told me I was his God Father that really meant a lot to me. He was a kind & sweet person, & we are going to miss him a lot. God Bless you Patrick my you rest in peace. Your God Father Jim Currier, Love Always !