Patricia Doyle Strack
Fairport, NY
Patricia Doyle Strack passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving sons.
Born on June 29, 1934, in Rochester, NY, Pat was the daughter of William (Bill) and Wilhemina (Min) Doyle. She attended Mercy High School and later graduated from Nazareth College. Pat dedicated many years to a successful career in the insurance industry in Rochester before retiring.
Pat loved life and embraced every opportunity to travel and spend time with family and friends. Winters were often spent skiing at the former Ski Valley Club in Naples, NY, where she and her family formed lifelong friendships. Summers brought cherished days at Canandaigua and Keuka Lake. Her love of adventure took her to Switzerland, Ireland, and the Virgin Islands.
Pat was predeceased by her parents and her beloved husband, Henry “Hank” Strack, in 2009. Pat and Hank met through the Rochester Ski Club and shared a passion for skiing throughout the Northeast and Canada.
She is survived by her sister, Gail Craib; her sons Doyle (Sarah), Eric, and Kyle (Heather); and her three adored grandchildren, Emma, Colin, and Makayla. She also leaves behind nieces, nephews, and many dear friends who will miss her greatly.
A memorial service will be planned for a later date.
In lieu of flower, donations can be sent to
Our Lady of Mercy School or the American Heart Association
13 responses to “Strack, Patricia D.”
I had the pleasure of working with Pat for over 20 years. She was very spunky and had a wonderful sense of humor. I will miss our talks and walks at lunchtime. Her family was her greatest joy! Rest in peace my friend.
My mother, Mary Adams passed Aug 2021, worked with Pat for many, many years at the Doan Allen Agency. Mom was very fond of Pat. I’m sure she will be dearly missed.
Pat and I sat together in church every week. We often met for coffee and had long and pleasant conversations. Pat was a very enjoyable,happy person with a great sense of humor and a pleasure to be around. She will be missed.
My husband and I met Hank and Pat during honeymoon in the Virgin Islands, having been married on the same day,September 21, 1963.
Though our paths never crossed again, we kept in touch each Christmas with cards,notes and family updates.
I am saddened to read of her passing but I am certain her beautiful memory will continue to inspire you.
Pat was a supporter of my cub den and we knew her from Ski Valley. She was always delightful and has left this world a better place.
Pat was a terrific skier, having met her years ago at Ski Valley. For many years we would connect in church. She will be missed by many. Condolences to her family.
I met Pat when I was very young.What wonderful times we had growing up together in the Park Ave neighborhood.The Doyle girls, friend Sally and myself. My deepest sympathy to Pats family and to Gail and her family. Rest in Peace
We were neighbors in the 1960’s in Fairport. we would see each other in Wegmans often..She was a delightful lady and always fun to be around..prayers to her sons and their families.
Eric and family, Debi and I send our sincere condolences. We were privileged to be Pat and Hank’s neighbors for several years. They always had kind words and funny stories. Rest in peace dear Pat.
Pat and I were classmates at Mercy High School. Even though we were not close friends in school, we connected a few years ago and enjoyed our monthly Mercy lunch get-togethers with other classmates. I became very fond of Pat – she was always happy and willing to help. My very sincere sympathy to her family. She will be missed.
Pat was a classmate of my husband, Walter Herman, at Blessed Sacrament Elementary School on Oxford Street in Rochester. What fun to connect with her again at our Mercy High lunch bunch gatherings the last few years. Rest, after a difficult year, Pat.
Barbara Belmont Herman
I met your Mom when I was a member of Fairport’s Zoning Board of Appeals. Later, we would see each as we gathered for Assumption’s 4 PM Mass on Saturdays. Please accept my sincere sympathy; I was truly saddened by the news of her passing at Mass this week. Your Mom was magnificent. With deep sorrow at her loss, Madge Ludwig
I just heard about Pat’s passing. I am so sad to just find out. Pat was like a Mom to me at Don Allen; always there for me and I could trust her with my biggest secrets. I spoke to her not all that long ago and I’m grateful I had that chance to do so. My biggest sympathies to all of you.