Of Jackson, Michigan, formerly of Chelsea and Michigan Center, age 65, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, at home. He was born April 24, 1961, in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Myles Frederick and Evelyn Marie (Shoquist) McSweeney.Pat graduated from Michigan Center High School in 1979. He went to work at Bookcrafters/Sheridan Books, and worked there for over 40 years. Pat also worked at Village Motors/Golling for 20 years. He was a jack of all trades, and loved helping people, no matter what they needed. Pat was a member of Chelsea Free Methodist Church. He was a member of AA, with 25 years of recovery. He enjoyed making cheesecakes and chocolate chip cookies. Pat loved spending time with his grandkids. He was outgoing, friendly, and loud. He was who he was.
Pat is survived by his wife, Kim Risner, He is also survived by his sons, Dakota (Heather) Risner of Jackson, Kollyn (Paige Miller) Anders of Lansing; his daughters, Tawny (Jamie Myers) McSweeney of Hudson, Nichole Gibbs-Risner of Ypsilanti, Chelsea (Matt) Bell of Grass Lake; his brothers, John (Deb) McSweeney, Thomas McSweeney; his sisters, Lynn (Dave) Shoquist, Katie McSweeney; 10 grandchildren, Brogan, Brynn, Bristol, Aaniyah, Braylee, Oakley, Brezlynn, Spencer, Memphis, Amara; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Eileen Willis, and a sister-in-law, Karen McSweeney.
A memorial service was held Saturday, June 6, 2026, 1:00 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea, with Pastor Larry Lyons officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Michigan Center Eagles Lodge, 302 Fifth St., Michigan Center. Memorial contributions may be made to the family at this Go Fund Me site.
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Brian & Mary Wood
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I hope the prayers from your family and friends will keep you uplifted in the days ahead.