Patrick Stoddard

Madison - Patrick Michael Stoddard, age 22, was unexpectedly released from this world on April 2, 2016, at his mother's home in Brooklyn, WI.

Patrick was welcomed to the world with joy on January 8, 1994 in Madison, WI and graduated from Memorial High School in Eau Claire, WI. He received many academic awards and was a member of the National Honor Society and an officer in the Key Club.

He cared about people and had a strong drive for social justice. He was the first to offer to help people with their projects or school work, and enjoyed helping children overcome reading difficulties. He cared deeply about saving the environment for future generations. He had a special love for birds and lizards.

He loved science and math and attended UW-Madison, studying electrical and computer engineering. He enjoyed anything related to computers and technology, having built his first computer when he was 10 years old. He designed circuit boards, assembled solar panel kits, and built robots. One of his hobbies was astrophotography, and he spent a lot of time under the stars with his telescope and imaging equipment.

Although he loved science, his skills and interests went beyond that. He created beautiful watercolors and oils, he enjoyed all kinds of music, and his free spirit let him dance with enthusiasm.

The loss of his creative and compassionate soul leaves a huge emptiness for those left on the earthly plane but he will be welcomed in heaven by those who have preceded him.

Patrick is lovingly remembered by his mother Sharon Stake, sister; Chloe Stoddard, father; Glenn Stoddard, grandmothers; Francis M. Stake and Patricia C. Stoddard, aunts;Dianne Spranger, Sally Stake, and Susan Stoddard, uncles; Michael Stake and Jeffrey Stoddard, and numerous cousins and second cousins, and Dr. Lauren Likkel, his 'star mom.'

He was preceded in death by his uncle, David Stake and his grandfathers; William Stake and Charles Stoddard.

Family and friends may visit at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Rd, Madison on Saturday, April 9, 2016 from 11 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 2 p.m. A reception will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to The Body Dysmorphic Disorder Program at Rhode Island Hospital (Rhode Island Hospital, Coro Center West, Suite 2.030. One Hoppin St, Providence, RI 02903), or The National Alliance for Mental Illness.

Cress Funeral and Cremation Service
3610 Speedway Road
Madison, WI 53705
608-238-3434