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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57 Responses
So very sad to hear of Patrick’s passing.
You are in our thoughts and we are hugging you all with love.
Rob, Shirley and Holly. I was shocked and very saddened to hear about Patrick’s passing. I cannot imagine what you all must be going through, you are not supposed to bury your child. I remember Patrick with great fondness. Another star in the sky tonight, another angel in Heaven. God Speed Patrick.
All my love, prayers and blessings. Elizabeth . X X X X
Dear Shirley, I am so sorry to just hear of your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ❤️❤️
Margaret
So glad he was cradled with your love and was able to see his life reflected in your tears. I never knew he suffered so. Sending you my love. So sorry. Cousin Deb. Xo
We are so saddened and sorry for your loss. We cannot begin to imagine the pain of loosing a child. It’s not supposed to happen that way. Our thoughts and hearts are with you.
Dear Shirley, Rob and Holly,
I don’t know how words can possibly communicate.I am so very very very sorry to know of your loss of Patrick. I wish you strength, appreciation of the beauty in Patrick’s life, and peace. I loved babysitting Patrick when he has little. Please know that we’re thinking of you and send our love.
Tania, also on behalf of Victor and Roy
Rob, Shirley. So sorry to hear of the news of Patrick. My deepest sympathies. Thank you for the reminder to love and hug and support each other. We have done that lots this week with Patrick in mind.
Simon Skey
Dear Shirley, Rob and family,
Robin and I send our most sincerest condolences on the loss of your son Patrick. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Much love to all of you.
Love Sharon and Robin Orr
Dear Shirley and Rob,
Thank you for providing an opportunity for us to share with you some wonderful memories of Patrick today and see so many others wanting to show their support for you and your family.
Patrick’s enthusiasm, effort, and keenness to participate in anything going during his days at The Beach Campus were clearly evident throughout his far too short life.
He will always be our “conkering hero”!
Stuart Brambley
Dear Shirley and Rob and family,
Patrick will always be remembered by us for his kindness and generosity. He helped us many times during some very dark days and we will always remember and be thankful for that. We will always recall the fun and quirky things about him with fondness and smiles. His suffering is now over and this loss can never be replaced. Thank you for sharing so openly – our kids’ lives have been impacted so much by addiction and mental health. Take care of yourselves. With much love. Heidi, Michael, Haley and Adryan.