Patrick M. Ladrach, 76, a long-time resident of North Ridgeville, passed away surrounded by his family at the Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital on Saturday, September 2, 2023. He was born April 21, 1947, in Cleveland. Patrick worked for the Ford Motor Company for 25 years as an assembler before retiring. He enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, playing video games, classic cars, and motorcycles. Patrick also restored and airbrushed classic vehicles and motorcycles in his free time. A 1912 Harley Davidson that he painted is on display at the Crawford Auto and Aviation Museum in Cleveland. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Kathleen Ladrach (nee Sokolowski); his daughter, Sara Bess (Robert); and his granddaughter, Lillian Antonia Bess. Patrick was preceded in death by his father, Maurice Ladrach; and his mother, Dorothy Swaidner. The family welcomes friends to join them Friday, September 8, 2023, from 4 to 7pm, with the memorial service beginning at 7pm at the Liston Funeral Home, 36403 Center Ridge Rd., (at Stoney Ridge Rd.), North Ridgeville. Pastor Dave Swartz will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.
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