Patricia Alice Thompson passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital after a long illness.
Born on October 10, 1940, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Patricia was the daughter of the late Mary and Hugh Thompson. She was predeceased by her nephews Sean Thompson, Gregory Thompson, and Aaron Thompson.
She is survived by her brother Brian Thompson (Rita); niece Amber Anderson (Gord); and Jenny Gnam (widow of her nephew Aaron). She is also lovingly remembered by her great-nephews David Miller, Nick Miller, (Kaitlyn) and Phoenix Thompson; her great-niece Azaria Thompson; and her great-great-nephew Leo Miller.
Pat will be fondly remembered as Auntie Pat by her family and dearly missed by her sorority sisters. She was a dedicated and long-standing member of Beta Sigma Phi.
She will be greatly mourned by her many cousins and friends.
After moving with her family to Victoria in 1957, she graduated from Victoria High School. She enjoyed a long and distinguished career with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, which included a two-year posting in London, England. Known for her professionalism and warmth, Pat retired following many years of dedicated service at the Downtown Victoria branch.
In retirement, Pat enjoyed attending symphony concerts and the theatre. She especially loved playing duplicate bridge with her friend Margaret. She was exceptionally creative, her needlepoint was beautiful, and her pieces were much treasured. A seasoned world traveler, Pat delighted in exploring new places and enjoyed many memorable cruises.
Pat was deeply grateful for the tender, thoughtful, and loving care provided by Susan Geyssen at the end of her life’s journey.
In accordance with Pat’s wishes, there will be no formal service.
Arrangements for her interment are entrusted to McCall Gardens & Sequoia Centre, Royal Oak location.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Penny Powell
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Gail Nicholas I have known dear Pat since she was a young girl in Vancouver. We lived a few blocks apart. Our mothers were cousins. As years went by and Pat much later moved to Dunlevy St. in Victoria, I would visit her once or twice a year and she came to my home a couple of times too, in Boundary Bay.
Pat often hosted little gatherings of many of our family when I went to her lovely home. We always enjoyed a lovely time together, sharing lots and lots of family stories, lots and lots of travels and of course we also enjoyed lots and lots of nice meals, either at home or often out.
Pat was always very kind and lovely and we always enjoyed our times together. I only discovered that she had passed away because my Christmas card to her was returned and I called Berwick House. I shall miss her. I had hoped to visit her this spring…I wish her much love & many blessings as she moves beyond…
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Donna Flood My deepest condolences to the Thompson family in the passing of Pat. It is my loss as well, as she was a long, dear friend as well as a sorority sister. She introduced me to attending the sympathy and theatre with her, and we did so for many years.. I have so many fond memories of her, especially wonderful visits to her home. She loved company and entertaining her friends. We had many good times together. I will miss her deeply
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Kristin Sending love and big hugs to all the Thompson family.
Pat’s kindness, love and concern for her family was always evident. She will be truly missed. xoxo
Peter and Kristin Kelly and family
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Kathy Burgess Brian Eccles and Kathy Burgess
We are so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. It was always good to have a visit with her in her home as well as at Berwick. She was a wonderful neighbour and we missed her when she moved away.
She spoke a lot about her family and her friends. She was indeed a lovely person.
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Jenny Gnam So many memories. Aaron and I bought our place in 2013 and Auntie Pat was here helping us unpack. I of course had to rearrange everything but her heart was always there. She never missed a single holiday or birthday to mail a card. A truly classy one of a kind lady. Forever in our hearts, love you Auntie Pat
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Amber Anderson We have many fond memories of Auntie Pat.
For me, one of my favourites is when I would stay with her and Grandma as a little girl and Auntie Pat would always have a set of paper dolls for me to play with. I would dress them up in their many outfits and show them off. I’m sure they weren’t the most exciting fashion shows but she would always nod her approval or make suggestions that would send me back to my box of outfits for an upgrade. Those childhood memories of eating cookies and having tea are what I will remember most.
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Azaria and Phoenix Thompson Our Auntie Pat will always be remembered, we remember our adventures to Victoria filled with sweets and Purdy’s chocolates.
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Margaret Munro Pat’s Kindness and Warmth will always be remembered. She loved her Family deeply, a dear friend to many and she will be sadly missed.
My sincere condolences to her Family.
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Donna Anderson I’m so sorry for your loss, may her memory be a blessing.
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Kaitlyn Miller I’m so sorry for your loss. You both took such wonderful care of her and should be incredibly proud. I never had the chance to officially meet Auntie Pat, but she was clearly quite the character. One of my favorite memories was trying to find her a Christmas gift and her saying something along the lines of, “If it isn’t Purdy’s chocolate, forget it.”
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Sytze and Henny van Koningsveld Our sincere condolences to the Tompson family. We remember Pat as a lovely person and wish you all strength in these difficult times.
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Dia Slim-Dam Dear family
So sad to hear about your loss.Words will not wipe away your tears
Hugs may not ease your pain
But hold on to your memories
Because forever they will remain(Auntie) Pat will always have a special place in your hearts!
With deepest sympathy
Henk, Dia and family in Holland
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Carroll Smith Pat was a wonderful lady, it was pleasure knowing her. My deepest sympathy to her family who she dearly loved.
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Rosalyn Fast (nee Ivatts) Auntie Pat was always part of life whether we were living in Victoria, Vancouver, Williams Lake and beyond. I remember the stories of her travels here there and everywhere. I know her and my Mom shared a strong friendship bond that lasted over 60 years.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers as we remember a lovely person that graced this earth.
We will remember our cousin Pat for her hospitality and kindness to our family. She was very interested in family history and a great source of information. She would have get-togethers when family members came from out of town so we could meet each other. I always admired her spirit during the last few years. She didn’t give up! We will miss you, Pat.