Patricia Treacy (October 27, 1937 – December 18, 2024) was an amazing pianist, accomplished author and a person whose achievements were many and always resulted in friendships that would last a lifetime. The loving couple who adopted her, (Charles and Pat Ilg) provided her the opportunity to learn the piano at an early age, as well as introducing her to a love of literature, while encouraging her to develop her love of writing and boundless curiosity about a world filled with potential friends at every turn. Her definition of a great party was one in which she knew no one in attendance at the outstart!
Pat’s ambition took her to Rubicom Business College, Webster College, and Washington University to hone her writing skills and prepare her for work in public relations, administration, and the creation of educational programs for General Dynamics, Brown Shoe, and St. Luke’s Hospital, where she coordinated the older adult program with great success. Ultimately, she became Director of Public Relations for St. Luke’s Hospital.
During her working career, she married and gave birth to a well-beloved son, Rick (John Richard Treacy), with whom she visited by phone at lease once a week.
Pat’s writing career went from educational/business manuals to feature articles in newspapers, magazines and published books on the Great Hotels of St. Louis and her latest labor of love: “St. Louis Trailblazer, Erma Bergmann – From Pitcher’s Mound to Patrol”, featuring one of the first stars of the All American Girls Professional Baseball League, who was from St. Louis.
As far as her musical career is concerned, Pat was known far and wide and performed with and formed a number of small musical groups, all during her adult life as a pianist of popular music. She was also known for her individual performances for special occasions from private homes to country clubs to Senior Citizens Groups around the St. Louis area. Her talents included writing and producing musical programs for St. Luke’s Annual Senior Citizen Club Review, as well as many other Senior Groups. Pat’s most recent successful foray into musical entertainment was her creation and participation in the “Queens of Swing”, an all-girl band reminiscent of the female bands of the 40’s. What a fabulously successful musical accomplishment with which to call her career to a close!
Patricia A. Treacy never knew a stranger. No one could count her friends because they are spread far and wide and number in the “who knows how many”. She has generously given of herself to all she touched. Her smile will be an indelible memory for all to cherish.
SERVICES: Memorial service will be held at Nazareth Living Center (#2 Nazareth Ln., St. Louis, MO 63129) on Thursday, January 16th at 10:00 AM, with a reception to follow immediately after.
I worked with Pat for many years at St Luke’s She was a friend to all and willingly shared her talents with others. Her St Luke’s family will miss her. Rest in peace Pat
Pat was indeed an awesome person. Her smile & upbeat attitude always lit up a room. She played the piano at my parents’ 50th Wedding Anniversary party. It was one of the happiest days of my life. Her piano skills added to the joy. I still remember the eulogy she gave at her mother’s funeral. It inspired me when I cared for my aging mother. No doubt the angels & saints have welcomed her to paradise. She truly was one of God’s greatest creations. RIP dear Pat❤️
Pat, I will never forget your talent, can do attitude and infectious smile! Thank you for the many fun years at St. Luke’s Hospital. Rest in Peace, my friend.
I worked along side Pat at St. Luke’s Hospital in our Marketing and Public Relations Department. A talented and creative writer, her thoughtful articles relaying the many stories of St. Luke’s patients were so beautifully crafted. She truly had a special gift for writing. I always felt she was a friend and I am glad our lives crossed each others paths.
The Affton Historical Society was also the beneficiary of Pat Treacy and Pat Ilg’s friendship and talents. Both ladies had quality manners and smiles. Pat’s writing skills are in our files and memories, as well as the music talents of the Queens of Swing. Pat brought her gal friends to make a WWII cantina on our terrace. We will remember Pat Treacy with A Song In Our Hearts.
Pat was always smiling and upbeat. She genuinely cared about those she was around. We were very fortunate to have her at St Luke’s.
Rest in Peace Pat,
I will always remember the times we worked together with tours of the radiology department.
Pat was such a talented person and writer, always brought a smile with her greeting. I enjoyed sitting with her at hospital and chamber lunches and sharing notes on public and media relations.
Good to see the messages from her coworkers.
Bill McShane
St. John’s Mercy
I knew Pat from St Luke’s. She always had the biggest & warmest smile every time you saw her. She was a great part of St Luke’s & made invaluable contributions to the hospital. My mom was a regular attendee at St Luke’s Senior programs & loved Pat Treacy.
Condolences to her family & friends.
I worked with Pat at Brown Shoe and at my retirement party she asked me to come to St. Luke’s and volunteer in her office. I did, for ten years and we became good friends and I enjoyed all the time I spent with her. She had so many talents and started the variety shows and the chorus, which is still singing under the name, “Joyful Notes”, thirty two years later. She was a great friend to everyone and I will miss her. I never met her son Rick, but I want to express my sympathy to him and all the family.
Pat always had a big smile and kind word. A pleasure to be around.
Pat was one of the first to inspire and encourage me on my path, which began working together as Ladies of Oakland at the Affton Historical Society, then years later as members of Missouri Press Women. Always a cheerleader for so many of us, her infectious enthusiasm for projects, especially those revolving around history and preservation, made a defining difference. And of course, her music will remain sweet memories that echo in our ears. Pat, your talent, wit, and kindness you gave to all will be miss.
Thank you. RIP my friend. Sue (Suzanne Corbett)
I had the honor of getting to know Ms. Pat over the last year or so and she became a treasured friend. I’m so grateful for our time together, brief though it was. She was, in my opinion, an extraordinary woman: gracious, fun-loving, talented, and easy-going. I’ve learned a lot from her that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. My deepest condolences to her son and her many friends and acquaintances.
Pat was an amazing & talented person. She was one of a kind with her extreme kindness, outgoing personality, friendly smile & generosity. Pat played the piano for a special Christmas event that my husband & I coordinated. She played beautifully- I could have listened to her for hours. Many will miss her.
I had the good fortune to meet Pat when the Unity Health System was formed and we became colleagues running the healthy aging programs for our respective hospitals. I was a gerontologist but new to the healthy aging side of aging. She was a wonderful mentor! She and I continued our relationship beyond the work connection even after I moved to Colorado 26 years ago. Pat was such a delightful breath of fresh air. A truly creative leader and great example of healthy active aging. I will miss my friend.
Kindness. Talent. Brainpower. Compassion. Determination. If you knew Pat, you’re aware of her wonderful acceptance of people and all things new. I’m so fortunate to have been able to work with her on a few projects at Brown Shoe Company, and to meet again at St Luke’s! May her memory be a blessing.