Patrick described his childhood as Golden. He was a busy, curious child, adored his sister Holly and valued his friends highly. He attended Glenlyon Norfolk Junior School, Shawnigan Lake School and finally St. Michaels University School. He referred to this as “The Continental Tour of Education” and made dear friends at all of them. Patrick struggled with drugs and alcohol. He had a lot of theories about addiction and treatment and made brave efforts to beat his demons.
Forever an entrepreneurial spirit, Patrick worked at several different companies including his father’s for a few years and more recently he got involved in a few start-up companies he passionately believed in and focused on helping them grow into their potential. Unfortunately, he was forced to step away from work due to his chronic illnesses.
Patrick was diagnosed with a hereditary liver disease and after many unexplained symptoms and years of testing, he was additionally diagnosed with Lyme Disease. His daily life became increasingly painful and difficult but he never gave up fighting through all of this. A staph infection caused a very sudden turn and on January 16, 2020 at 5:11 pm Patrick died with Rob, Shirley and Holly all holding him. He loved fiercely and in return was fiercely loved. We remember Patrick through good and bad times.
Patrick is survived by his parents, Rob and Shirley and his sisters, Holly (Bryce) and Whitney.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 23, 2020 in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
In lieu of flowers or donations, we ask that you remember to love, support and hug each other and especially your children.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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57 Responses
Dear Hunter Family,
It was with great shock and sadness that I learned of Patrick’s passing. No words are adequate at this time of great loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts as I remember Patrick fondly.
With deepest sympathy,
Harvey Thorau
Dear Shirley, Rob and Family:
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you as you say goodbye to your beautiful son, Patrick. We understand the anguish so well, having lost our son, Tony, just two years ago. Patrick lives on in your thoughts and memories which will eventually bring you some comfort as you recall the many wonderful and joyful days you were able to share with him.
Gail Gabel
(a past Board Chair at GNS)
The Hunter Family!
My/Our sincere condolences on your loss.
Patrick was a delightful young man with much to offer the world.
His presence will be missed but he will be remembered!
Murray Covlin & Joyce Elliott
Dear Shirley, Rob and Holly,
Pam and I were very saddened to learn of Patrick’s passing.
We can hardly imagine the anguish you are feeling at this time. We do hope that over time the hurt you are feeling now will be replaced with pleasant memories of Patrick.
Dear Shirley and Rob,
We too, are deeply saddened to hear of Patrick’s passing and send you our sincere love and support. Words seem so meaningless at a time like this – but please know we will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Helen & Peter Gosniak
Dear Hunter Family:
We were saddened to hear of your loss. I remember Patrick as a loving warm person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mully and Andrew Jackson
Sending you all my deepest condolences on this sad, sad occasion. I know Patrick would have felt surrounded by much love as his life came to an end. He had to face down so much at such young years. May he find peace on the other side.
Dear Hunter Family,
We are so sorry to hear this news about your beloved Patrick. How well we remember him as a little boy on the Beach Drive Campus. Full of laughter, the joy of being a young boy who spent his school days ‘ at the beach’ and of course, a Conkers champion.
Steve and I are thinking of you and sharing many fond memories of a lovely young man and his family.
May you all find some peace in the coming days and know that so many of us will miss Patrick and all the ways we knew him.
With deep affection,
Steve Johnson and Deryn Lavell
We are deeply saddened by your loss. Simply know that we are thinking about you every moment and that our hearts go out to you.
Hugs and Love.
Angelika and Jurgen
Shirley, Rob, Holly, and Bryce. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Patrick suffered so much these last few years, may he now rest in peace. Love to all of you. Sharon & Jim Pine and family