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.
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Rob, so sorry to learn of your son’s passing. Deepest condolences to you and Shirley and all your family,
Peggy Prill
Dearest Rob and Shirley,
Please accept our deepest condolences for the passing of Patrick. We pray that the love of God embraces you and gives you strength during this difficult time.
We are with you today.
With much love,
Lorena and Andy Vucko
Shirley, Rob,Holly,Bryce,
Sending our thoughts and prayers , we are so sorry to hear of Patrick’s passing I remember him as a young boy with a giant smile and bright eyes up at the lake. My heart is broken for you all sending you strength and love to help you through this difficult time.
Hugs and Love
Cheryl(Coles) Ed Skelly and family
Dear Shirley, Rob, and family
Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow and we send our most heartfelt condolences. We remember Patrick as a lively spirit and fun little boy at Glenlyon Norfolk and that memory will always bring a smile.
With hugs and love from the Bjornson Family
Dear Rob and Shirley,
Please accept our deepest condolences during your grieving of the loss of Patrick. Though I did not know Patrick well, my memory of him will always be one of a kind soul. I knew Patrick to be very smart, extremely engaging and fun loving and always quick witted. He was also very proud to be a Hunter and from my perspective wore that honour well.
I also know that as a family there has been years of physical and emotional ups and downs and may you all find peace during this difficult time.
I have been blessed by being welcomed in to your warm and loving home and have experienced first hand what loving and compassionate people you are. Thank you for being very special people….The world needs more like you…
Sending you Big Hugs and heartfelt love,
Sincerely,
Jack and Teresa
Dear Shirley and Rob Patrick will live on in my heart Such a engaging personality always so respectful Deepest regards Pam and Wayne Jones
Shirley and Rob,
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. The news of Patrick’s passing was such a shock – even knowing how ill he has been – and gave us all a true wake up call to cherish each and every day with our loved ones, as we never know which will be the last. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you all.
Sending you much love, Val and Jack
Shirley and Rob,
Our sincere condolences to you at this difficult time….We can only imagine what you and your family are going through. May light and love surround you….and cherished memories see you through. Know that your brave young soldier has left his mark and finally found his peace…May we all learn from his difficult journey.
With fondness,
Maria Dominelli & Dan Parker
Our first memories of Patrick as a bubbly energetic baby boy are when we first became neighbours in
1987. He was just two. Bob and I are taken back with this sad news, not having been aware of the
seriousness of his illnesses. Please be buoyed by the many positive memories of his short life.
Dear Rob and Shirley,
I am shocked and saddened beyond belief. My very best to you at such a difficult time.
All best wishes,
John ( in Australia ) and Susan Williams.