Patrick Lee Irish

Patrick L. Irish, age 68, of Ida Grove, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at his home of Ida Grove.  Burial will be at the Holstein Cemetery of Holstein at a later date.  A visitation will be held on Friday, October 04, 2019 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the Nicklas D. Jensen Funeral Home of Holstein.  

Patrick Lee Irish was born September 5, 1951 to William and Charlotte (White) Irish in Sioux City, Iowa.  He was a graduate of Central High School.

Pat worked at Mars Candy Bar Company Manufacturing.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, shooting guns, cookouts with family, going to Pizza Ranch with his children, having coffee with the guys at Food Pride, and especially spending time with his granddaughter, Brynlee.  Pat had a heart of gold and always put others first, even while battling his cancer.  He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Ida Grove, Iowa. 

He is survived by his daughter, Megan and husband Justin Nippert of Ida Grove, IA; granddaughter, Brynlee Nippert; brother, Michael and wife Sharon Irish of Sioux City, IA; sister, Theresa Irish of Harlan, IA; his dog, Elvis; and several nieces and nephews.

Pat was preceded in death by his parents; brother Denny and sister Marsha.

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