In Memory of

Rafael

Patai

Obituary for Rafael Patai

Patai, Rafael "Joe":

Passed away on May 3, 2020 at Freeport Hospital in Kitchener at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Gabriella for 54 years. Loving father of Joseph and Robert. Cherished grandpa to Madlina and Alex. Dear godfather to Emily (Richard) and their daughters, Allison and Natalie. Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law and nieces and nephews in Hungary. He will also be missed by a number of close friends. Predeceased by his parents and sister.

Special thanks to the Grand River Hospital doctors and nurses for their care of Rafael.

A Memorial Mass for Joe will be held at St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. followed by interment at Marymount Cemetery, Guelph. Those unable to attend in person may join the Memorial Mass via live stream at https://www.henrywalser.com/live-streaming.

As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Grand River Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, 519-749-8467).

Visit www.henrywalser.com for Rafael's memorial.