Obituary of Patrick C. Magee
Patrick C. “Pat” Magee, age 69, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Lightways Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 3, 1956, in Joliet, Pat was the son of the late Robert and Blanche (Covington) Magee. He graduated from Joliet West High School with the Class of 1974 and went on to earn his Associate’s Degree from Joliet Junior College.
Pat dedicated many years of his career as a maintenance mechanic at EcoLab before retiring in 2018. Known for his mechanical skills and willingness to lend a helping hand, he truly could fix anything.
More than anything, Pat was a devoted husband, proud father, doting grandfather, also known as Pop-Pop, and cherished great-grandfather. He was deeply loved and will be missed by all who knew him. His warm heart and quick wit made him a friend to many. He was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Chiefs; he enjoyed NASCAR and car racing, and he especially loved family vacations to the Outer Banks.
Pat is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Laura A. (Weese) Magee; five children, Jennifer (Richard) Olson, Matthew Vella, Betsy (Brad) Shoudis, Megan (Mike) Pullman, and Mallory (Nickolas) Columbus; ten grandchildren, Laura, Sarah (Brenden), Blake, Anna, Brooke, Rachel, Tony, Grace, Matthew, and Benjamin; two great-grandchildren, Aubrey and Avielyn; and four sisters, Linda (the late Dr. Gary) Hauke, Glenna (Robert) Pyzik, Kris (Dr. Alec) Hood, and Jan (Jack) Tubich. He is also lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and close friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Robert Magee II.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. until the time of services at 5:00 p.m. at Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Road, Joliet. Cremation rites have been accorded and interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat’s name may be made to Lightways Hospice (www.lightways.org)
For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com
