Patrick Neil Gittens- Butler

Patrick Neil Gittens-Butler Age: 62 Years of #8 Hillside Street, Hillside Estates off Mackey Street, 
complete his life of service at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, April 21, 2022.

Patrick was born at Nassau, New Providence, the Bahamas on Saturday, September 26, 1959.

He received his early Education at Bahamas Academy, Stephen Dillet, and then onto 
D.W Davis Junior High. Patrick being the strong headed person that he is did things 
his way and marched to his own beat. The teachers soon realized that he needed more 
attention and that he was more hands as a result he spent a short time at the Stapleton School. 
While there he expressed a willingness to help and always had a take charge spirit. 
He was taught the value of earning an honest pay and believed in the fundamental 
values that by the sweat of your brow you should eat bread.

A Time to Work: 
Patrick was relentless in his pursuit of finding employment and at the tender 
age of nineteen (19) in 1978 he joined the staff at the Princess Margaret Hospital 
as a Porter. Like with anything else he was resolute and determined, he made sure 
that he was hired. It is said that every morning Patrick would get up and present 
himself and at The Ministry of Health. His fortitude landed him the job at the 
Princess Margaret hospital where he served with distinction and dedication for 
forty-two years (42). During his tenure he worked in areas like Food Services, The Laundry, 
and Security Department and up to the time of his retirement Human Resources Department. 
Everyone that knows Patrick knew that Patrick went above and beyond to help people whether 
it be from getting them registered, helping them find employment or getting their medication. 
During the times when the hospital had Mr. Mrs. P.M.H Patrick won the coveted title and 
believe you me he lived up to this title of Mr. P.M.H. Patrick again marched to his own 
beat and carried himself as if he was in charge of the hospital; he knew everything 
bout the hospital and in any department, once you say "Patrick" everyone would know who he was. 
His hard work did not go in vain and he was recognized for his many achievements that included:

Awards: 
In July of 2009 Patrick received the award for thirty (30) years for Dedicated Service.
In July 2014 Patrick received the award for thirty-five (35) years of Excellent and Quality Service
In May 2021 Patrick received the Salvo Award for forty-two (42) years of Dedicated Service.

Service: 
There were many times that his family taught that Patrick didn't have a day of because everything 
for him was the hospital and even on his day off he went to work. However as much as he loved 
the hospital, he had a personal side and served for many years in the 24th Company of the Boys Brigade. 
As a result of his dogged determination Patrick was soon elevated to the rank of Captain. 
While serving in the brigade, he was instrumental in molding and inspiring many individuals.

Patrick was a friend of the community and anyone who needed help whether it be from clothing 
to groceries or even giving a ride he would assist. Patrick loved to clean and iron and many times 
he would go to friends and family homes to lend a helping hand. He would show up with his bucket mop, 
cleaning supplies and of course starch. He would take hours on end to complete the task but by the time 
he was finished you would be pleased. Patrick did things his way, he was never wrong and would argue 
his point for hours on end but concluding with a rhyme. He was quick to forgive and never held 
malice in his heart. Let's not forget, he would make you a bottle of Kool aide as he considered 
himself the Kool aide/ punch specialist.

Patrick also had a comedic side he loved to hymn and rhyme and was a human beat box. 
He during the times when the CB Radio was popular used the handle the "Medicine Man" 
and would key up and makes his songs and rhymes as he communicated. He was a friendly, 
caring and lovable individual; and was always prepared to help.

Religion: 
Patrick stayed committed to the teachings handed down by his forefathers and stayed true 
to the Seventh Day Adventist faith. On Sabbath Mornings Patrick was prompt for Church at 
his home church Grants Town. He was a member of the choir and participated in the Men's Ministry. 
His understanding of the word of God was a gift, as he would quote scriptures to encourage himself 
and others around him. He was kind spirited, merciful and, he desired to know God.

Family: 
Patrick was devoted to his siblings, he didn't have children but he took on the responsibility 
of taking care of his siblings because he was the eldest son. He on many occasions with his take 
charge spirit would say "come let's go" not telling you where we was going but somehow you 
would end up in a grocery store and he would purchase whatever you needed.

The love commitment and devotion that he showed to his mother was phenomenal. 
He did everything for his mother and provided whatever she needed to make her comfortable. 
He never came home without bringing something for his darling mother. In the weeks after 
his retirement, he and his mother were inseparable where you saw Patrick you saw mommy. 
They provided strength and support for each other. He told his siblings that he was responsible for taking care of

mommy and he did just that. He had a bond with all his brothers but he shared a special connection 
to his brother Gunny who predecease him and off course his darling Sherry.

A Time to Die: 
After being ill for a considerable time, Patrick conditioned worsen and he had to be hospitalized. 
On April 21st 2022 early in the morning he passed from time into eternity. He is in no more pain 
no more worries no more sickness and sadness. He is now in the tender loving arms of his Heavenly Father. 
Sleep on our dare Patrick we All love you but God Loves You Best.

Patrick is preceded in death by his:
Brother: Gunzallas Edmondson "Gunny" Butler;
Aunt: Joan Butler;
Grand Aunt: Jane Bowleg;

The Radiance of this "Sapphire of A Gem" will always glow in the hearts of his:
Mother: Beryl Legena Butler-Taylor;
One Brother: Police Sergeant 3021 Quincy Taylor;
Four Sisters: Patricia Barrett, Bridgette Smith, Chief Superintendent of Police Sherry Armaly 
and Assistant Superintend of Police Wakita Taylor-Hinzey;
Six Nephews: Wendell and Janero Cooper, Police Constable 3888 Norman Hinzey, Quaden and Quelin Taylor;
Six Nieces: Lachara Cooper, Valmanique "Peaches" Cooper, Rachea Mortimer, Rashanne and Sernaie Armaly 
and Khalia Ingraham;
Four Grandnephews: Jayvon Mesidor, Rhiley Hinzey, D' Vante Rolle and Tremar Wilmot;
Six Grandnieces: D'Avah Rolle, Natyra, Valicia, Vakicia, Nakyra and Nakyla Coper;
Three Brothers-in-law: Greg Barrett, Edison Smith and Sergio Armaly;
One Sister-in-law: Jaime Taylor;
One Uncle: Whitney Butler;
Three God Brothers: Rev Dereck Feaste, Randy and Kym Feaste;
Two God Daughters: Tiffany Arnett and Haley McCoy;
One Aunt: Sylvia Bethel;
Cousins: Anthony, Dwayne and Kevin Bethel, Darren, Charles and Matthew Butler, Pamela Butler- Turnquest, 
Valarie Bulter-Daley, Carla Butler-Oliver, Lt. RBDF Ruperthera Butler- Symonette, Reverend Glenroy Roberts, 
Norman, Stephen and Assistant Superintendent Whitney Bastian, Tiffany and Tamara Butler, Lavern Bethel, 
Donna Morton, Ministers Willard and Yvette Johnson, Joanne Knowles-Horace, Genevieve Barrette of New York, 
Earl McKinney of New York, Myrtle Bowleg of Nebraska and Vivian Jonson and Dolly Seymour of Miami Florida;
Other Relatives and Friends including: Valman Cooper, Norman Hinzey Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Armaly, 
Martha Moncur, Sue Humes, Maxine Lord, Edger Curry, Shanti Johnson, Brunell Humes, Mr. and Mrs. 
Dennis Marshall, Mr. Antoine Charles, Mr. Peter Belizeire, Joann Stuart, Antonio Collie, Maneria Pinder, 
Jackie Brown, Yasmine Stubbs. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Evans, Shirley Greene, Patsy Stuart and their Families. 
Dawn Lowe and Rosie Foulkes from Food Services, the entire Edgecombe Family, Dr. Bowleg and the Staff of t
he Agape Clinic, Dr. Morgan and the Staff at Emmanuel Medical Center. The staff of the Human Resources at 
Princess Margaret Hospital. The entire staff at Princess Margaret Hospital and the Hillside Estates Families.

There will be no Public Visitation, book of condolence may be signed at the church, or here our website.