Joseph Patrick Fields

May you rest in piss, you low down bastard. You stole money from so many people in the name of helping them.

It's hard to believe you're gone. I've known you majority of my life. When I got my first job, you were my ride, I had to pay you gas money of course. That was you teaching me one of your life lessons. You taught me how to do a 3point turn so I could pass my driver’s test, even took me to take my driver’s test. Some of my life’s biggest memories include you. I hope you’re up there with Pepper smiling down on us. I pray you are at peace. We love you Pat, you will live on in our memories forever.

Our hearts are broken to hear about the loss of Pat, our dear friend and brother. We spent so many special times growing up together playing basketball and enjoying life. I have so many great memories to smile about. To family and friends, may you find comfort in the special times you shared together. May those fond memories you shared together bring a smile across your face. May God give you peace knowing that Pat is resting in the loving arms of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Sincerely, Tim Alston

I will forever remember you, RTP my very special friend.

Joseph, so sad to learn of your passing, we always joked and had many good times working together at the IRS, still remember you driving around in your Volkswagen bug and all the stories we told around the office, you called me not so long ago and said you wanted to hire me as your Secretary with your new business deal ! You were one of a kind! My sympathy goes out to our family. Judy Belch-Hanson

I was immediately grief stricken when I heard about Pat’s passing. He was more like a brother than a friend! We shared many good times together! Pat, may you Rest In Peace! - Steve Cousin

To my 40 year "running buddy" Pat Fields. You were one of the first people I met when I moved to Durham through a mutual friend in August 1979. We have been friends ever since. Even though the hanging together slacked up over the years because of work and family responsibilties, I still stayed in regular contact with you, and checked in at least weekly. You became my brother. You and your family knew me as "Kaydubya". At one point in our daily lives, it wasn't a matter of IF Kaydubya was coming by, it was WHEN Kaydubya was coming by! Your family became my family. My kids know you as "Uncle Joe". We spent many days hanging around town, watching planes take off and land, working on our cars, listening to music, and working on some kind of money making business plans. Your door was always open, and you never met a stranger. I thank you for your brotherhood, the fun we had together and the memories we shared. I will miss the "patio time" and fun we had together. Rest in Peace my brother.... Kenneth "Kaydubya" Watkins

I was very saddened to hear about my friends passing. We grew up together in the same neighborhood. We were like brothers. Rest In Peace Pat. Dave Cousin

It is nearly impossible to think of my formative years without recalling time spent with Pat. When I moved into the neighborhood, we became fast friends because of the many interests we had in common. I learned from him; and because of our many mutual interests, we learned many things together. Pat was the friend I rode bikes with, climbed trees with, fished and hunted with. We both loved dogs, mini-bikes, motorcycles, cars and music. Those were special years with a special special friend. Not long ago, over a phone conversation, we reminisced about the “good old days” and 50 years later it was remarkable the number of details of growing up in the 70s we both could recall. It will be difficult to adjust to the neighborhood without him. I have to trust my faith and believe Pat is in a better place; that he is pain-free and at peace…. Kenneth B Campbell

So,long Pat- we shared so many laughs studying for the bar .

We were friends for many years. You won’t be forgotten. My condolences to the Field’s family. RIP, JP.

Thanks for the gift of our son! Though he left us so long ago, that is one of the best gifts I could have ever received from anyone. Rest In Peace, Pat!

To the family of Pat I extend my sincere sympathy in the homegoing of my friend. We had many great times in Emory Woods and high school, RIP my brother.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.