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Friends of Seaford Wrestling
"Patrick J. Butler" Memorial Tournament

Sadly, on the same evening that he was honored as an All County wrestler,
Patrick J. Butler, age 15, lost his life in a tragic automobile accident. Pat
was an exceptionally talented Seaford High School sophomore.
Throughout middle school and high school he was on the honor roll.
Pat was a talented musician, and played trombone in both the Symphonic
and Concert bands. He was selected as an All County musician and
played in the annual concert at the Tiles Center at C. W. Post College.

Patrick has competed in science fairs and his academic schedule was
comprised of AP courses. In middle school, he played on the school
football, basketball, wrestling, and lacrosse teams. In high school, he
continued to play football and lacrosse, and chose wrestling as his winter
sport because he felt he could make a significant contribution. Wrestling
soon became his greatest thrill and challenge.

Patrick trained and competed with determination, confidence and
sportsmanship. He always checked the wrestling records of his
opponents on the Internet, in anticipation of future matches. He was keenly
aware of the strengths and weaknesses of everyone in the surrounding
weight classes. He usually talked with his opponents after matches, often
discussing moves and strategies "for next time".

Wrestling taught Pat motivation, confidence, and self discipline.
He considered himself an important member of a championship team.

Patrick leaves behind his parents, Cissie and Joseph, and younger
siblings: Elizabeth, Kevin, and Katherine. He is dearly missed by his
family, countless friends, and the entire Seaford community. Patrick will
always be remembered for his sense of humor, love of practical jokes, and
for his million dollar smile.

Patrick was proud to be a member of the Seaford Wrestling Community.

In his memory, the Patrick J. Butler Memorial Wrestling Fund has been
established, and contributions can be sent to:

Patrick J. Butler Memorial Wrestling Fund
1697 Parkview Avenue
Seaford, NY 11783

The Patrick J. Butler Memorial Wrestling Award is presented to the
"college bound Seaford High School wrestler who trains with
anticipation, competes with determination, and exemplifies true
sportsmanship."   The first scholarship, in the amount of $4,000, was
presented in June 2004, at the annual high school athletic awards
dinner.

Senior wrestler, Stephen Van Leer, was honored as the athlete who best
demonstrated the qualities of dedication and sportsmanship, required
for this award.
In June 2005, the second scholarship award was presented to both
Chris Murtha and Chris McElroy. Each senior received a scholarship
award of $4,000.

The first Patrick J. Butler Memorial Wrestling Tournament was held on
Saturday, January 15, 2005 at the Seaford High School Gymnasium.

Seaford, Freeport, Calhoun and Locust Valley competed, and the
Friends of Seaford Wrestling honored the following wrestlers for their
achievements:

MVP: Chris McElroy - Seaford
with Michael Di Silvio (L) and Athletic Director Tom Condon (R)

MVP: Tyshawn Patrick - Freeport
with Michael Di Silvio (L) and Athletic Director Tom Condon (R)

Most Pins/Least Time: Danny Jackson - Freeport
with Michael Di Silvio (L) and Athletic Director Tom Condon (R)

                            Patrick J. Butler
Scholar        ~        Athlete        ~        Musician        ~        Friend

Patrick J. Butler
Memorial Tournament
9:00AM
Saturday, January 14, 2006
at
The Seaford High School

Seaford        Calhoun
Freeport        Locust Valley
Uniondale            Wantagh

2005
Tournament Photos

"A Life Well Lived"
Lisa Fauerbach 4.10.2004

How does one know
When a Life is well lived?

It all has to do with
How much one gives;

To himself, to his family
And to God up above,

When his life is guided
By truth and by love.

When he makes the most
Of every new day,

In the classes he takes
And the sports that he plays.

And because he can find humor

In most anything,

He experiences the joy
Only laughter can bring.

It depends not on how much
time
one spends on earth,

For time's not a measure
of anyone's worth.

But knowing each moment
of each day is a gift,

Is the secret of living
A Life that's well lived.

WE THANK
OUR 2006
SPONSORS!

A.G. Edwards

Bon Anno Realty

East Coast Karate

Exercise Group

Long Island
Opticians
516-781-9838

Seaford Bagel
516-679-1944

Seaford Booster
Club

Squad Security

Tarallo's Pizza
516-221-0831

Wantagh Inn
516-785-0809