D. Patrick Larkins, 62, of North Royalton, formerly of Sebring, passed away suddenly on October 23, 2013 at University Hospital, Cleveland. He was born on October 19, 1951 in Steubenville, Ohio, the son of the late Dale Winfield and Clarita (Duffy) Larkins. Patrick was a graduate of Sebring McKinley High School and Kent State University. He worked at WOIO and WFAH radio stations following graduation from Kent State with a BS degree in communications. He was a longtime employee of Nationwide Insurance as a senior claims adjuster.
Patrick is survived by his sister Joyce (Thomas) Moore of Trenton, MI as well as many cousins, three aunts, two nieces, one nephew and many caring friends. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Holly (Farmer) Larkins.
A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, October 26th at St. Ann Catholic Church in Sebring at 11:00 AM. Friends may call on Friday evening from 6-8 PM at Gednetz-Ruzek funeral home in Sebring. Memorial contributions may be made in Patricks honor to the charity of the donors choice. nFriends may send condolences and sign the guest register online at www.grfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Gednetz-Ruzek Funeral Home Sebring, OH (330) 938-2526.