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Jack T. Patrick passed away peacefully at his farmhouse on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Born in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina on August 29, 1943, he was the son of the late Joseph “Deck” and Bernice (Leviner) Patrick. A proud American, Jack served his country by enlisting in the Navy and serving six years on the USS Midway before being honorably discharged. He returned home to Murrells Inlet and became a very successful barber before pursuing several other endeavors, notably helping his hometown become recognized as the seafood capital of South Carolina through years of oyster and clam harvesting. He later founded J.T. Patrick Construction, which established his love and passion for dirt and began his career as a land developer. Jack was an incredibly generous, kind individual with a firm, steady handshake. Without a formal education, he displayed unwavering determination through hard work and innate originality, ascending to undeniable success in regional land development. Jack’s legacy reminds us that education is not the sole path to success; rather, it is the tenacity and passion within, that truly define one’s journey in life. For such successes, he gave thanks to the Lord, in whom he was a faithful believer. He enjoyed living a simple life—his home on Sandy Island and the ‘Little House’ in the Inlet. He will be missed by his family, close friends, and all who shared their lives with him including his beloved horses KanMan and Clowney. He is survived by his beloved companion of 18 years, Kim Howard; his sister, Dot Gordon; five nieces, Debbie Bass, Sam Gordon-Causey, Tracy Tomko, Charlene Motley, and Tonya Hodge; eleven grand nieces and nephews, Chet Floyd, Jordan Caroline Floyd, Katherine Hodge, Anna Hodge, Thomas Hodge, Kayla Hodge, Megan (Bruner) Busch, Brett Bass, Ashley Bass, Molly Tomko, and Emma Tomko; three honorary nieces, Hannah VanVlake, Haylee VanVlake, and Lily Faith Howard; one honorary nephew, Caden Howard; his loyal right-hand man, whom he considered to be his son, Pedro Campos; and many close friends. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; his sister, Betty Altman; his brother, Charlie Patrick; his two nephews, David Altman and Bubba Gordon; and his grand nephew, Jacob Causey. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at 3 pm at Belin Memorial Cemetery in Murrells Inlet. The family will receive friends thirty minutes prior to the service at the graveside. Memorials can be made to The Shriners Hospital for Children, Attn: Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.

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Jackie Theron Patrick

August 29, 1943 - January 25, 2024