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Shirley Patola Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 24, 2009.

Shirley Irene Patola (Collinge) January 6, 1937 October 22, 2009 Our much loved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away at home, in the company of her family, after a battle with cancer at the age of 72 years. Shirley is survived by sons, Mark (Lindsay) and David (Shannen); granddaughters, Ava and Mira; sister, Marge Foley-Jacob; brother in law, Nick Patola; nieces and nephews; and many friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter; parents, Harry and Violet Collinge; and her brother, Wayne. Shirley was born on January 6, 1937 in Eston, SK. She attended grade school in Quill Lake and graduated from high school in Kindersley, SK in 1955. Shirley became a qualified nurse in 1958 and received her B.Sc. in nursing in 1964. She worked as a general duty nurse, a clinical teacher, a researcher and an administrator. Her most rewarding work was the 18 years she spent as the clinic nurse for children and adults with Cystic Fibrosis. She retired in 1998 after 40 years in the profession. Shirley married Walt Patola in 1966. Mark was born in 1971 and David in 1972. Shirley's first grandchild, Ava Jane, was born in August 2007 and her second grandchild, Mira Shirley, was born in April 2009. Shirley was very proud to be a Grandma. Travel was a great enjoyment for her. But her greatest joy came from volunteering her time and helping others; which included her family, her friends and strangers (that were soon to be friends); and she had great memories of all of you. Vigil for Shirley will be held on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. from Park Funeral Chapel, 311 3rd Ave N, Saskatoon. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Fr. Joseph Nsiah on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. from St. Philip Neri Roman Catholic Church, 1904 Munroe Avenue, Saskatoon. Committal of Shirley's ashes will follow in Woodlawn Catholic Cemetery. In Shirley's honour Donations can be made to: The Children's Health & Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan, 850, 410 22nd Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7K 5T6. To sign the online book of condolences visit www.parkfuneral.ca . Arrangements entrusted to Greg Lalach.

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Becky (Miazga) Rock

November 7, 2009

Mark, Dave & family,
I'm so terribly sorry to hear about your mom and I've just learned how recently you lost your dad, too...my heart goes out to you all.
I hope you can find comfort & healing in the wonderful things being said of your parents and the many memories you have.
With warm regards,

November 5, 2009

Mark and David:
I remember your parents as the greatest neighbors and friends anyone could hope for. When we were away, they would look after our property. Our grandchildren were always welcomed at their house, to play with the dog or just to stop by and have a treat. I moved to a condo after George died, but occasionally drive down Irvine Ave. for memory's sake. It will never be the same again.

Your mother was one special lady !!!

In sympathy,

Muriel Romancia

Darcy Shand

November 3, 2009

Dear Patola Family
our deepest condolences are with you. May loving memories soon fill the sadness in your hearts.

~The Shand Family

Elaine Kowpak

October 28, 2009

Dear Patola Family,
I was so sorry to learn of your mother's death. I have so many fond memories of her. My parents were the Dorm parents when Shirley stayed there while attending high school in Kindersley. Essentially, she was my big sister for four years. She was very special to both of my parents and especially to my Dad. I'm fairly sure he had a nickname for her-but I don't recall what that was.

I remember her as the one with the big smile and the bigger heart.My daughter became a nurse at RUH and had the very good fortune to learn from her skill, dedication and compassion to her patients.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Elaine [Martin]Kowpak

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Sheryl Sawchuk

October 28, 2009

Dear Patola family, I'm very sorry to hear about Shirley's passing. I used to work at the Cardiac Rehab program in Saskatoon and she was always a positive, happy person.

October 27, 2009

Mark and David,
It is with much sadness that we learn of your Mom's passing. We want to express our condolences. She was a wonderful kind heart.
Sincerely, Dax and Heather
Calgary,Ab

Hank & Connie Roy

October 27, 2009

Dear Patola family,
We would like to thank you for sharing your Mother and Grandmother with the CF family...Shirley was a ray of sunshine in our lives during Kristen's life with CF. She was the calm during what was sometimes a storm and she will live on in our hearts forever. Enjoy your many happy memories!

Sam and Paula Daou

October 27, 2009

Dear Patola family, we are so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was truly a wonderful person with a heart of gold. She brought smiles to everyone around her.

Paige, Dave and Jillian

October 27, 2009

Dear Mark and David,
I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She meant so much to our family during Jillian's diagnoses and treatment of CF. Being included in Patola family events thru Big David helped us get to know your whole family, and see that the love and care she had for CF families was only second to how proud she was of you two. Thinking of you today and wishing we were there, to honour your amazing mom.

October 26, 2009

Dear Patola Family,

We wish to offer our sincere condolences .
We have fond memories of Shirley from our high school and Dorm days. I started school with Shirley in Quill Lake @ Bradburn School. She is a long time friend for both of us. We are unable to travel to Shirley's funeral , due to a recent surgery.,for Rae. Phyl and I send our blessings to Shirley's family. Rae & Phyl Paterson.

October 26, 2009

My thoughts go out to the Patola family. She will be remembered for her endless energy to help CF patients and their families. She is now an angel looking over everyone.

Grace Thomson

October 26, 2009

Dear Patola Family
I am so sad to read about the passing Shirley,my son Cory was looked after her when he was in the Royal University she was his C.F nurse. We knew her for years,my son passed away in 2004 at the age of 21.
I am married now and living in Scotland with my husband,so I wish to send you my condolsence as well.

Pat Gulak

October 26, 2009

Dear Patola Family: So sorry to hear about Shirley. She was such a dear friend and classmate. She was always upbeat and loved new adventures. Her love for you was always apparent as she spoke of you. Pat Gulak Nursing classmate

October 26, 2009

Patola Family
We are so sad to hear of your loss.
You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Wayne& Marina Hackl
Morgan,Graham,Wade & families

Jim Kozmyk

October 26, 2009

Shirley and I spent many hours walking around the track at the Saskatoon Field House over the years. She was always pleasant and upbeat in our conversations. My sympathies to her family.

Friesen Family

October 26, 2009

Mark, Lindsay and David:
Only really got to know your Mother a few years ago. Found her a very kind and compassionate woman, who lived for family and friends. We want to express our condolenses.

October 25, 2009

Dear Patola Family:
We were so sorry to learn of Shirley's passing and want to express our condolences.
She took such delight in all of you. We have not seen you boys since the days when you were swimming as did our three children. She was a wonderful classmate and such a good person to have in this world. She left it a better place.
Sincereley, Beverley and Garry Beatty
Resort Village of Fort San

October 24, 2009

Dear Mark, Lindsay and Dave,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Thank you for giving our son a special place in your family.

Carol & Leroy DeMong

October 24, 2009

Dear Patola Family.
Shirley entered our life many years ago as "our C.F. nurse" She soon became a good friend as well. Her genuine caring nature was such a comfort for all her patients and their families. She was a very special lady, who will be missed by all those who knew her, but will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.

Dorothy Forreiter and Family

Janice Hodgins (Courtice)

October 24, 2009

Mark and David
It is with much sadness that I read of your Mum's passing. She was a very special lady and I was very privileged to have known her and for all her help and caring with my family. My thoughts are with all of you and your family at this sad time.

Lise McCarthy

October 24, 2009

Dear Patola family, I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I met her in March of 89 when my newborn daughter was diagnosed with CF. She was a Godsend to us and I will never forget her.

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