Southbridge: Patrick R. Birch, Jr., 51, passed away on Friday, April 29 ^th , in the St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, after a brief illness.

He leaves his two sisters, Taunia George of Bristol, CT and Irene Birch of Feeding Hills, MA; his step mother, Phyllis Birch of Feeding Hills; his three brothers, Dickie Kachuk, Billy Kachuk and Bruce Kachuk, all of Massachusetts; his two step brothers, Charles Trudeau and Michael Trudeau, both of Thompson, CT; his two step sisters, Denise Harkins and Kathy Bowen, both of Thompson, CT; his best friend since childhood, Walter Stratton and his companion Lalanya of Plainfield, CT; many cousins who were his life long best friends; and many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his brother, Elmer Birch, his two sisters, Lolita Birch and Robin Kachuk and his step father, Charles Trudeau.  Patrick was born in Southbridge the son of the late Patrick R. Birch, Sr. and Beatrice M. (Jones) Birch Trudeau.

Patrick worked for Kadant Solutions in Auburn for the past 9 years.  He previously worked as a plumber for Trudeau and Sons in Thompson and later as an electrician for the local IBEW.  Patrick was a very hard worker and in his free time he was an avid fan of the Yellowstone TV show.  Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family.

A celebration of life for Patrick will be held on Friday, May 13 ^th , at 4:00pm, in the Valley Springs Sportsmans club, 65 Valley Rd., North Grosvenordale, CT.  There are no calling hours.  Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.