Mrs. Patricia Colleen Ward (nee Gammond), age 66 years, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 23, 2012. Patricia was born on October 7, 1945 and was a lifetime resident of Thunder Bay. She worked at the Royal Bank for many years and more recently she enjoyed working with the children at Dilico, until her retirement. Pat had a love for the Rocky Mountains and travel. She was an avid gardener and took great pride in her flower gardens. Pat enjoyed spending quality time with her family and being a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was her greatest love. Patricia will be sadly missed by her loving partner, Robert Presenger; children: Diana Voss (Brent Proud), Brenda Kemp (Tom) and Daniel (Julie) Voss; grandchildren: Amanda, Jayden, Brian, Jesse, Cheri and Ashley; great grandchildren: Jennifer, Cara, Alex and Brooklyn; sister Sharon (Paul) Donaldson; brothers: David (Linda), Bruce (Shelley) and Michael (Glenice) Gammond. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive. She was predeceased by her parents William and Shirley Gammond; first husband Edward Voss and second husband James Ward. A Private Family Service will be held in memory of Mrs. Patricia Ward. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Please sign the online condolences at
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Published by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Sep. 25, 2012.