WARD, Patricia (Doreen Thornton) nee Simmons - age 92. Passed away on September 15, 2023.
Beloved Mother of Ann, Marna and Leslie; Devoted Nana to Hillary, Natalie, Jacob and Elizabeth; Great Grandmother to Josephine;
Predeceased by two husbands, Alban & Arthur.
Lovingly remembered by Steven, Ed and Barry. Pat was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba and eventually moved with her family to Lake of the Woods, Kenora, Ontario.
Patricia received her degree in Library Science and was instrumental in the development of the Pickering Public Library system and was a Head Librarian until her retirement.
During her career, Pat fought for women’s rights and pay equity in the workplace. An award-winning actress, Pat was a founding member of the Pickering Players and one of the original partners of the Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre in Pickering, Ontario.
Always in charge and running the show, Patricia made sure everyone played their roles. You could find her hand in all aspects of Herongate, from the kitchen, back stage, and on stage, in some of Herongate’s great comedies. A vivacious, beautiful woman, Patricia lived a busy and fulfilled life.
The family would like to thank the staff at Markhaven home for seniors for their wonderful love and care during Mom’s final year’s.
A private burial will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Herongate Barn Theater in Pickering on Saturday September 30th, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.
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