Patrick Wendell Pearson

Patrick was born in San Bernardino, CA on October 11, 1963 to his loving parents, Delbert and Ronda Pearson. Patrick tragically lost his life in Ruidoso’s South Fork Fire on June 17, 2024. 

Patrick, a life-long singer, song-writer and musician, was lead singer, guitarist and one of the founding members of the Shot of Gold Band, a country-western band playing Albuquerque’s popular country-western scene in the 80’s & 90’s. Recently, Patrick was a member of the Brandon Dawes Band, playing all over the Southwest and a house regular at the Quarters Nightclub and Grill in Ruidoso, NM. Patrick’s musical talent encompassed every genre of music, but he truly enjoyed playing country music. 

Patrick is survived by his three children, Hilary Mallak, Zach Pearson and Samantha Garcia, their mother, Donna Chavez, their seven grandchildren, his brothers Dan, Chris, and twin brother Paul, and many nieces and nephews. Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert, and Ronda Pearson. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Cowboy Rides Away GoFundMe Account https://gofund.me/78a961c7 set up by Patrick’s daughter, Hilary Mallak. Donations are also being taken by the Community Foundation of Lincoln County. 

 A Memorial service will be held on July 03, 2024 6:00pm at Strong Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106. If your unable to attend please join the family in remembrance on our livestream. Please look out for the livestream link below, you will need to register before logging on.