Rettew, Patrick Charles

of Dana Point, California, loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, son, brother, uncle and cherished friend to many passed away on Monday, March 02, 2020.He was 58 years young.

Patrick had been battling cancer for over two years.He fought like a true warrior, undergoing multiple surgeries, biopsies, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, gene therapy, radiation, clinical trials, vitamin C infusion therapy, and severe lifestyle changes with the hopes of being a victor in his fight.But alas, the cancer continued to overtake his body.Late February of this year, the onset of pneumonia coupled with the cancer in his lungs, amongst other areas of his body, prompted an emergency room visit.He was immediately admitted, provided treatments, and underwent lung surgery on February 27th with the hopes that the surgery would alleviate his pain and struggle to breathe.He remained in ICU at Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo, California under the best of care for several days.When his body could no longer sustain him, his spirit left this earth due to respiratory failure.He was free of pain and at peace, surrounded by his immediate family and loved ones.His family is devastated by the loss of their beloved Patrick; he was an amazing human being, gone way too soon.

Born August 10th, 1961 in Washington D.C., Patrick lived in Virginia until later relocating with his mother and older sister to Marathon, Florida.He attended Marathon High School and graduated in June 1979.Not long after graduation, he moved to and established roots in southern California, marrying Bernadine Moore in 1983.Their son Ryan was born in 1984, daughter Renee born in 1987 and daughter Merissa in 1989.

Patrick remarried August 2001 and is survived by his wife Yolanda, their son Aaron Zane, and his three adult children.Aaron is a sophomore in high school and he and his mother maintain residence in Dana Point, CA.Patrick's children Ryan, Renee and Merissa, with their mother nearby, also reside in Orange County, CA.Renee is the mother of two boys, Maverick and Dexter and Merissa is the mother to daughter Lyla Jane.Patrick's mother Patricia Graham Dolan passed away April 2001 and his father Matthew Rettew, with wife Eleanor, reside in New Bern, NC.Lastly, he is also survived by his older sister Joanna Rettew Britt, younger sisters Karin Rettew Deering, Linda Rettew O'Neal, and Cheryl Rettew Montgomery, in-laws, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.He is predeceased by two younger brothers, Joseph Rothery and Gerry Rettew.

The majority of Patrick's career was as an entrepreneur.He was part of several businesses, until he honed in on his true calling – marketing.He notably co-founded Themeware Corp. in 1996 and created the Internet Toolbox, a first of its kind marketing "toolkit" designed to provide users tools to sell their products and services on-line.In 2000, he founded the Symbion Marketing Group, a full service marketing and advertising agency, launching leading brands such as Super Blue, Sarah McNamara Beauty, Evercleanse and SprayWhite 90.In 2012, he developed and launched Marathon Pain Relief, a superior and innovative pain relief product, which continues to be a thriving and relevant brand.And most recently, served as Vice President of Marketing for Raise3D, Inc., a global 3D printer manufacturer based in Irvine, CA.

Patrick was a loving and dedicated family man.He was a caring friend to so many, with an outgoing and charismatic spirit and an unwavering devotion to be of service to others. He was a savvy and collaborative businessman.He was guided by his Higher Power and made great efforts to be a positive influence on others.He had a love for the ocean and anything associated with it, mostly boating, fishing, and diving.He loved music and could name almost any band, musician and song from the classic rock era of the 70s.He was a self-taught musician and loved the piano and guitar.An avid sports enthusiast, he had a special attachment to baseball and prided himself as his son Aaron's biggest fan.He also had a passion for restoring classic cars and attending car race events with his sons.Patrick will be remembered by all for his magnetic sense of humor, his captive storytelling, his entrepreneurial spirit, his love of family, and his zest and appreciation for life – especially in his final years.

Our hearts ache for all that he was; husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, friend, and more.

For information regarding tributes and donations to the family, please visit: caringbridge.org/visit/patrickrettew

Patrick's ashes will be laid to rest at the Maureen Rivers Memorial Niche Garden at El Toro Memorial Park in Lake Forest, CA.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, March 15th, 2020 at Mariners Church South County in San Juan Capistrano at 3:00 PM.A reception on the church grounds will follow to provide the gift of fellowship.Local and out of state family will be in attendance and all friends to Patrick and his family members (past or present) are invited to attend.