Margaret passed peacefully on June 12, 2024, in Victoria, BC, at the far too young age of 68.
Predeceased by her father Norman, her mother Evelyn, and her brother David, Margaret leaves behind her husband Colin Kopp, her son Ian (Karolina), daughter Lianne Brown (Ken), and granddaughter Amelia, along with many other relatives in Victoria and Northern Ireland.
Born and raised in Victoria on March 18, 1956, she attended school in Esquimalt and the University of Victoria. Initially interested in languages, she spent most of her career in Information Technology, particularly IT Security for the BC Government. She often said that her staff and the great people she worked with made her time there so worthwhile.
In her retirement, Margaret loved planning that next great travel adventure, including trips to Japan, Southeast Asia, Spain, and Italy. She often spoke of her trip to Japan as being one of her best trips ever and longed to return.
Family and friends were very important to Margaret. She took a keen interest in their lives and made a special effort to always keep in touch. She loved returning to Northern Ireland when she could to catch up with her relatives.
The devastating news of Margaret’s illness in 2023 was met with firm resolve to fight it. She faced her treatments with determination, secure in the love and support of her family.
Margaret is now at peace, finally free from the constant pain which she had endured this past year.
The family would like to express their thanks to the staff of Royal Jubilee Hospital (8 South and 4th floors) and the BC Cancer Agency for their kindness and support. Special thanks to Drs. Otto, Addison, Pearce, Takeda, and Maxwell for their guidance throughout her journey. Also, a special thank you to Michelle Dale for her love and support during this difficult time. It was Margaret’s wish to be at the wedding of her daughter Lianne and through the incredible efforts of her hospital team, they made this possible. Margaret was so happy to witness her daughter’s marriage. It meant so much to her. Thank you. You’re the best!
A Celebration of Life for Margaret Patton will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at the University Club, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please RSVP to MargaretCOL@digitalmail.ca by July 18 or if you have any questions.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the BC Cancer Agency, Ovarian Cancer Canada, the SPCA, or your favourite charity.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Margaret was a wonderful friend, kind, generous and thoughtful.
We will cherish our memories of time spent with her, she will be missed.
Martin, Janet, James and Annabel Thornton
Dear Colin & family,
I’m saddened to learn of Margaret’s passing… gone way too soon. I had the privilege of reporting to her for a short time during my early years with government (2010-ish). She was supportive, knowledgeable, & so kind. When I was later reassigned to another director, I was hoping I could’ve reported to her longer. My heart goes out to you all in coping with the loss of such a wonderful soul. Godspeed. Rest in peace, Margaret.
Dear Colin, Lianne and Ian,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Margaret was a wonderful friend.
We are thankful to have met you, Colin and Margaret about 20 years ago. Many fond memories were made during the past years. We worked closely together on one project a few years ago and could not have done it without Margaret. Her bright, kind, caring and generous spirit will be greatly missed.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Ira and Matthias with Luca and Lara
I have many fond memories of Margaret’s trips back to Northern Ireland and subsequently of my solo and family trips to Canada in more recent years. Margaret’s kindness, enthusiasm, generosity and wit were always evident whenever we caught up. She’ll be so very much missed, but always remembered.
Sending our deepest condolences from the Pattons in London.
Neale, Katie, Georgina & Rory
We are all very sorry to hear the news that Margaret has lost her battle with ovarian cancer. Our friendship with the Patton family goes back many years, with our parents knowing each other in Winnipeg before moving to Victoria……we have many fond memories of going back and forth to each of our parents homes and sharing happy times together. Our sincere condolences. With love and sympathy,
Georgia and Marcia Thorneycroft, Laurie (Bob) Worth