Saratoga Springs, NY - Patrick J. McMahon, of Embury Apts., passed away Friday, April 20, 2012 at Saratoga Hospital. Born on March 7, 1932 in Albany, NY, he was a son of the late Patrick and Anna (Byrne) McMahon and relocated to Saratoga Springs in 1978, recently celebrating his 80th birthday. A graduate of Siena College, he was a US Army veteran of the Korean War and was a recipient of the Korean Service Medal with two bronze service stars, the combat infantry badge, UN service medal and the National Defense service medal. A member of Albany Council 173 Knights of Columbus, he was a member of the John F. Kennedy Division 5 Ancient Order of Hibernians in Albany and received an award for outstanding service. An avid golfer, he enjoyed trips to Florida and an occasional trip to Atlantic City. Patrick will always be remembered for his quick wit, friendly smile, kind heart and for being a true Irishman at heart. He will be greatly missed by all who know and love him. The family wished to thank his doctors and nurses in the ICU and unit A3 at Saratoga Hospital in his final days and are grateful to Dr. Harry Odabashian, who gave such wonderful care to Patrick for many years. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Betty King and a brother-in-law, James O'Connell. Survivors include his wife, Dawn McMahon; three children, Sharon, Patrick and Timothy (Tina) McMahon; a grandson, Brendan McMahon; a sister, Anna Marie O'Donnell of Averill Park; a brother-in-law, Larry King of Loudonville; several nieces and nephews; four step-children, Michelle Meisburger, Michael (Robin) Nichols, Melody Holiday and Mark Holiday; six step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren and his beloved friend, Jack (wife Sandy) Kicinski. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am Friday, April 27, 2012 in St. Clement's Roman Catholic Church, 231 Lake Avenue, by the Rev. Paul J. Borowski, C.Ss.R., pastor. Military honors will follow and friends are invited to a reception at the ITAM home, 35 Grand Avenue. There are no calling hours. Memorials may be made in Patrick's name to a charity of one's choice. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.