Novelist Ernest Hemingway’s Son Passes Away at 97 — Family Shares Loving Statement

Great American novelist and celebrated storyteller Ernest Hemingway’s last surviving child, Patrick Hemingway, has died. Patrick Hemingway died on Tuesday, September 3. He was 97.

Patrick Hemingway Passes Away

Patrick was the son of Ernest and Pauline Pfeiffer. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 28, 1928, and his death was announced by his grandson, Patrick Hemingway Adams, who shared a loving statement on behalf of the family.

Adams posted several photos on Instagram of his grandfather, including throwbacks to when he was young. In the caption, he shared the sad news. “Patrick Hemingway, renowned writer, wildlife conservationist, and second son of the legendary literary icon, Ernest Hemingway, died on Tuesday evening peacefully at his home in Bozeman, Montana,” the statement reads.

Like his famous father, Patrick was drawn to literature, Adams revealed in his heartfelt statement. “My grandfather was the real thing: a larger than life paradox from the old world; a consummate dreamer saddled with a scientific brain,” he wrote. “He spoke half a dozen languages and solved complicated mathematical problems for fun, but his heart truly belonged to the written and visual arts.”

Ernest’s work is celebrated, with some of his most famous book titles including “The Sun Also Rises,” “A Farewell to Arms,” and “The Old Man and the Sea.”

Who Was Patrick Hemingway?

More information about the brilliant life his son, Patrick, led was shared on the Ernest Hemingway Official website. This includes his time spent in Africa, where he was a skilled animal guide and wildlife expert. When Patrick’s mother passed away in 1951, “He channeled his previous studies and passion for agriculture on his 2,300 acre farm in Tanzania where he had relocated with his first wife, Henrietta Broyles,” the Ernest Hemingway Official reports.

It continues, “Patrick gained global recognition for his safaris and expeditions. He served as a guide, expert, and honorary game warden in British East Africa. After his time there, Hemingway relocated to Bozeman, Montana, where he resided until the time of his passing.”

An Outpouring of Love for the Hemingway Family

The post has served as an opportunity for fans and loved ones to react to the news, with an outpouring of love and support for the family. “Deepest condolences to you and your family. Legend,” a comment reads. “My heartfelt thanks for your grandfather’s legacy Patrick,” another person shared. “Always liked the man in the interviews he gave. It’s tough being a Hemingway I’m sure but he wore that burden with a light ease that was admirable always.”

Other reactions include, “Sorry to hear. My condolences,” “An amazing man,” and “They are together on the other-side now.”

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