After graduating from Kalamazoo Central in 1971, Patrick attended a trade school in St. Louis, MO as well as earned multiple certifications from Kalamazoo Valley Community College. It was his passion for the trades and continuing education that led to a successful 33 year career as a machine repairman at General Motors before his retirement. Pat voluntarily built games and playground structures for Comstock Public Schools and his legacy will continue to build outstanding young men and women in our community.
The Everett Family and the Josh Whitfield Memorial Athletic Fund established this endowed scholarship through the Kalamazoo RESA Foundation to support graduating students pursuing a career in skilled trades.
Recipients
2024 – Kristina Boaz, Portage Northern
2023 – David Standish, Vicksburg
2021 – Jackson Congdon, Comstock
2020 – Claire McFarlen, Comstock
2019 – Jack Kendall, Comstock
2018 – Jeremy Horton, Comstock
Application for Comstock High School Students
If you have any questions about the Scholarship or application process, please contact the JWMAF.
Donations
If you would like to make a donation toward the Scholarship, you may do so via check or PayPal.
If you’re donating by check, please make it out to the Comstock Community Center.
Mail checks to: JWMAF, 5180 Fountain Square Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 – Memo: JWMAF/Pat
Drop off checks at: Comstock Community Center, 6330 King Hwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49048 – Memo: JWMAF/Pat
*The PayPal account is managed by board member, Eric Stewart, which is why you’ll see his name listed.