Patrick M. Dow
August 24, 1973 ~ April 18, 2026
Born in:
Ellsworth, Maine
Resided in:
Portland, Maine
Patrick Dow of Portland, ME, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on April 18, 2026.
He was born in Ellsworth, ME, grew up in Manchester and attended schools in Hancock, Augusta, Manchester and Readfield.
He received an associate’s degree in computer technology from Central Maine Community College, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in economics from the University of Maine, Orono and worked for the Maine Department of Education in Augusta for several years as a School Data Specialist, then at UNUM in IT support. Patrick was employed by Sevee & Mahar Engineers (SME) in Cumberland, ME as IT Manager where he also worked briefly as an FAA-certified sUAS (drone) remote pilot in the field on topography mapping and photogrammetry.
Patrick enjoyed hiking, especially in the mountains and loved being in nature, attending meditation retreats and having philosophical discussions. He loved cats, having many over the years and his current cats, Haku, Gin, and Sen will miss him.
Patrick leaves behind his wife, Akiko, 2 college-age children, Ray & Maya, all of Portland, his parents, Paul & Beverly Dow of Ocala, FL and several cousins, aunts and uncles.
Arrangements are in the care of the new Conroy-Tully Walker Cremation, Funeral, and Gathering Center, 300 Allen Avenue, Portland







Patrick found time for everyone. It’s amazing that he could find the time. He was the most conscientious employee and wanted to do the best job he could. Often, he would show up in my office early in the morning to talk about how he could do a better job. I’m going to miss you Captain!