Condolence: Pat was my principal at LaBrae school whilebin elementary school, he helped me through the loss of my grandfather. This showed me the compassion he had for every student. My condolences to the family, a good nan has been called home.

Condolence: Norma and I offer our most sincere condolences and deepest sympathy on your loss of Pat. I was fortunate and honored to have worked with Pat in the LaBrae School System fourteen years.

We had many memorable conversations, and I can vouch for his love of baseball. When times were tough we could always have a good laugh.

May he rest in peace.

Gary & Norma Kriston

Condolence: Mrs. Gaia and family,
I had Mr. Gaia for a gym teacher many years ago. He was also the principal of Leavitt Elementary when my sons were there. He was always about the kids. He left a legacy with all the students that he came in contact with.

My condolences,
Brenda Krol

Condolence: MaryAnn and family,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family during these difficult times. Mr Gaia was a wonderful man with many accomplishments. Here was an awesome principal while he was at leavitt elementary. He was very kind to me and my family. Always gave good advice and knew the right moments to be stern. He will be very much missed and loved. He has touched many lives and a continued impact in mine. God bless all of you.

Condolence: Mary Ann and Family,
I'm so, so sorry for your loss. Pat was such a nice and funny person. It was an honor to have had the opportunity to work with him. I know he will be greatly missed by all. I wish God's comfort upon you and your family during this difficult time.

Condolence: Deepest sympathy for your loss,Mr Gaia was a awesome man and a great role model he will be missed

Condolence: I'm so sorry for your loss, Mr.Gaia was one of my favorite teachers. He was awesome with kids as he also was principal at Leavitt school with my two boys.. R.I.P.

Condolence: It is with deep sadness that we express our our warmest sympathies in the passing of Pat Gaia. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family and friends in this time of deep sorrow. May Pat's life and your thoughtful memories of him keep and hold you during this time.

With love,

The Mclaughlins

Condolence: Extending our heartfelt condolences to Mary Ann, Tracie, Ken, Gemma, Justin and all of Pat's family and friends. Our family has fond memories of Pat and his visits to Atlanta and we cherish the memories we have with him and Mary Ann. Pat touched all of us and leaves behind a great legacy in his children and grandchildren – a family that he was very proud and supportive of. Pat was a great chef and a very knowledgeable sportsman and our family loved both Pat’s cooking and watching/discussing sports with him. It is with heavy hearts we say good-bye to Pat, but his memory will always bring a warm smile to our family and hold a special place in our heart.

With tremendous love and respect –
Steve, Yvonne, Landon, and Lauren