On Sunday 25 February, the sad news of the death of Patrick, Lord Cormack, was announced.
The Revd Canon Nick Brown, Interim Dean of Lincoln said, “As with so many, I am saddened by the death of Patrick, Lord Cormack. Beyond his many wider interests and contributions to society, was Patrick’s contribution to the life and work of the cathedral. Patrick was enthusiastic in engaging others to support the life of the cathedral – especially in his role as Deputy High Steward, a role in which he successfully raised funds for a number of projects connected with the cathedral.
“As well as his contribution in the role of Deputy High Steward Patrick was, of course, dedicated to the worship of God in this holy place in which we are privileged to offer worship to God. Patrick was a dedicated member of the cathedral community who was regularly seen at daily services in the cathedral whenever the wider demands of a busy life allowed. Patrick held a strong faith that informed and illuminated all he did in many fields of life, and he was a devoted and passionate advocate for the cathedral and its worship.
“Patrick was remembered in our prayers at evensong on Sunday, and his absence will be keenly felt in the coming weeks.
“We continue to keep Mary, and the rest of the family in our prayers.”
When funeral arrangements are known they will be well publicised.
The Bishop of Lincoln, Stephen Conway, said: “I have counted Patrick Cormack as a dear friend and unstinting supporter during my time as Bishop of Lincoln. He will be greatly missed for his service to the arts and heritage across Greater Lincolnshire and beyond.
“His passion, energy, imagination and deep determination were fuelled by a profound Christian faith, lived out through his commitment to the worship and life of Lincoln Cathedral, as a former Churchwarden of St Margaret’s, Westminster, and in his wider contribution to parish life not leas through the cadences of the Book of Common Prayer to which he was devoted.
“I have learned from him as a fine parliamentarian who was glad to proclaim his Christian faith and go against the tide for the sake of truth. This was equally the case for his service in Parliament, on its Ecclesiastical Committee and during his time on General Synod.
“Our loss is heaven’s gain. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.”
