1931-2021
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Pat Rickert on July 18th. Pat was an active member of our church and council in the early years of SouthWest United, following the amalgamation of Verdun United and Crawford Park churches. She and Larry moved to Burlington, Ontario, a decade or so ago. We hold the family in prayer.
Here is the obituary that appears on the funeral home’s website:
Passed away peacefully at Deer Park Villa, Grimsby on Sunday, July 18, 2021 at the age of 90 after living gracefully with Alzheimer’s for many years. Predeceased by her devoted husband Lawrence (2014). Loving mother of Karyn (Dean) Maddeaux and Brent (Marsha). Cherished grandmother (Nanny) to Graham, Emily and Cody. Survived by her brother Denis (Helen), predeceased by her siblings Irene, Dorothy, and Brian.
Pat was well known for her sense of humour, wit and was a very talented artist. She and her husband Larry were also wonderful dancers. The family would like to thank all the caring and dedicated staff at Deer Park Villa in Grimsby for their care and kindness to Pat and our family.
Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line (one stop light north of QEW), BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Tuesday, July 27 from 12 p.m. where a Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at 1 p.m. In accordance with provincial regulations, there is a limit to the number of visitors who may attend the services. At this time due to the limit, the family would please ask that only those contacted by the family attend the service at 1 PM. Open visitation for those not attending the service will be from 12 PM to 12:30 PM and is also subject to a limited number of visitors. If you are having difficulty with the online RSVP, please call the Funeral Home between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. All visitors are asked to wear a face mask.
In lieu of flowers the family would sincerely appreciate donations made in memory of Pat to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Pat’s favourite colour was purple and she loved the poem When I am an Old Woman, l shall wear Purple. For those attending the service, it is optional but should you wish to wear some form of purple, Pat would love that.
