It is with sincere sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and bubba, Patricia Joyce Horsfield (nee Whitebread), on January 11th 2010 at the age of 76. She was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba on July 12, 1933. Later, with five children at home (Hugh Doherty), Patricia graduated in 1966 with the first Quo Vadis registered nursing class. From there, she rose steadily through the medical profession until she retired as Assistant Administrator of Highland Lodge, LTC (Langley). Throughout a lifetime of giving and caring, she was a past president of CWL, founded and served as Akela for the 273 cub pack, a Kinette, a founding member of the Northern Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation, established the first palliative care unit for AIDS patients in Western Canada, and other acts of charity and selfless service too numerous to mention.
Patricia passed away while surrounded by her entire family, from across the country, with much love in the room. She will be dearly missed by her husband of 43 years Peter, children Brian (Louise), Timothy (Victoria), Patrick (Barb) , Shannon (Cam), Andrew (Christine), Melanie and Gillian; grandchildren Tyler, Trisha (Shawn), Elise (Kevin), Amanda, Sean, Tristan, Nathaniel, Carson, Graydon, Neisha, Marie, and Thomas; as well as great granddaughter Cadence.
“Close your eyes and listen to the choirs of the angels.” Love from your children.
A special thank you to the doctors and staff at the Victoria Hospice and the BC Cancer Agency, as well as the support and service of the staff at the Medicine Shoppe in Parksville and Victoria for the care our special lady received.
Visitation at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at 7:30pm with Prayers to follow at 8:30pm. A Funeral Mass will take place at ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, 2060 Haultain Street on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 12:10 pm. In lieu of flowers, Patricia would appreciate donations to Victoria Hospice Society or to her Foster Child’s Education Fund (Chalice). These donations can be forwarded to Peter Horsfield at 868 Ballenas Road West, Parksville, BC V9P 1S8.
“You were the wind beneath my wings.” Love from your Don Pedro.
16 Responses
Dear Peter and family
I am at a loss of words just sitting here thinking of Patte. Her laugh was contageous and her life was always filled with loving family. I passed the Alberts Childrens hospital yesterday and thought of all the hours Patte worked to see one of these built. Even though we are not there with you our hearts are with you every step of the way.
May the grace of God watch over you to-day and always.
With Love Jean & Doug Henderson
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Deepest sympathy from Fr. Downey Council 5126,
This dear lady is in our prayers,
Ann and I send our deepest sympathy on your very sad loss.
You have been in our thoughts and will continue to be so.
God bless you all Peter and family.
Philip and Ann
Dearest Peter, Melanie and all family members
We are sorry for your loss and our prayers go out to you at this time. We feel so blessed that God brought Patte into our lives and we thank Him for the wonderful ways in which she touched each of our lives. A special lady with beauty both inside and out. Never was there a time when her infectious smile and laugh could not bring me out of whatever duldrums I was in (Pam) – Thank you Patte for your love and friendship.
Peter, we are sorry we can not attend Patte’s funeral Mass, but we are catching a 6 am plane thursday morning. Please know our home is your home anytime you are in White Rock.
Melanie, I’m so sorry for your loss – please visit anytime – I hope you can feel the extra big bear hug I am sending you at this moment. I just know my Mom will hit if off big time with Patte, in many ways they were so alike one another, love Pam
with our sincere sympathy, Ed and Pam
We are so sorry to hear of Patricia’s passing. She was a wonderful lady who touched so many lives with her joy and generosity, we can only imagine the heartbreak you feel.
Pat touched many with her kindness, and we were all better people because of it. She lived her life as a model of grace and goodness. We are very lucky to have known her.
Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Sincerely – Paul, Rita and Alexandra MacNeill
With sincere sympathy to you Peter and your family.
Our thoughs and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Gloria & Peter
So many memories from our young years.—You were so vital and full of ideas, curiosity and positive energy. And Smart!!. We were sort of the feminist forefront of our times with Quo Vadis, weren’t we Patte. We’ll always remember and cherish those times together. You will be profoundly missed by your family and those whose lives you touched. Our sincere condolences to Peter and the family
Shirley and girls
The sadness of death gives way to the bright promise of immortality. Lord, for your faithful people life is changed, not ended.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Peter & Family.
May God bless you.
Dave & RoseMarie
Ed and I would like to offer our sincere condolences to you and your family. We are here for you. Ed and Doreen
With loving thoughts, happy memories and moments to remember.
We will miss your lovely smile and joyous laughter
Love forever
George, Jennifer,Lindsey and Greg