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Patricia CAMPBELL Obituary
Patricia (Pat) Ann Campbell
(née Ferguson)
1939-2013
Patricia (Pat) Ann Campbell, 74, of Toronto passed away peacefully surrounded by her family May 27, 2013. Her absence has left her family and her many dear friends with loving memories of her infinitely wise words, unparalleled hospitality and unwavering compassion. Predeceased by the love of her life Peter Campbell and her daughter Nicole Campbell, Pat was a loving mother to Nicole, Maryse Wilcox (Jim), Chantal Van Parys (Drew), and Simon Campbell (Lauren). She cherished the role of being 'Nana Pat' to Maxwell, Kate, Sarah, and Veronica. Pat grew up in Burlington, Ontario, where her parents, Sally (Nana) and Sam Ferguson, instilled in her and her brother, Paul Ferguson, of Saskatoon, a passion to learn. Pat was a graduate of the University of Toronto '59 in Physio/Occupational Therapy where she met her beloved Peter. With journeys to England and back to Toronto, they settled in the Kingsway. After having her four children (or maybe because of it), she returned to school to study Early Childhood Education at Ryerson University and ran several parent/child resource centres. Her move to New York City allowed her and Peter to soak up the culture, heritage and art of the city, welcoming many visitors and having their Sunday afternoon ritual of meandering through the MET. Pat's appetite for learning and devoted caregiving skills shone through in her passion for teaching. George Brown College was grateful for her dedication to her students in many areas of sociology and communication skills. Pat's spiritual learning has followed her from Wellington United to Islington United (Family Cluster), Park Avenue United, to the wonderful support and community she, Peter, Nicole and our family have found at Metropolitan United Church in Toronto. Many Boards have benefited from her service including Metropolitan United, and Trinity Home Hospice. Her childhood summers at Cedar Springs CC evolved into our family having so many wonderful friends and memories made there, including the introduction of the first golf cart. She was steadfast in her support for the arts and it was apparent in many facets of her life, through her dedication to her book club of 40+ years, her enthusiasm for the theatre, or her love of all music. The joy of reading often kept her up late at night enjoying classics, and staying informed on the latest social issues. Pat's active social calendar was always filled with new and inspiring experiences, which meant she always had something interesting to add to a conversation. The family would like to thank the team at St. Michael's Hospital MSICU for their care and support. A private family service will be held at Burlington Memorial Gardens on May 31, 2013. A celebration of Pat's life will be held at the Metropolitan United Church, Toronto, on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 7:30 pm. Always a planner, Pat left instructions for it to be a happy celebration with beautiful music, so feel free to wear bright colours. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Metropolitan United Community Service Program, your local community literacy program, or to the charity of your choice or would be greatly appreciated. www.smithsfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Patricia CAMPBELL
23 Entries
Miriam Melamed-Turkish
June 15, 2013
I will try to find the words to express what a beautiful person Pat was in life. She made me laugh, cry, and go beyond the fringe. Pat mentored me, as she did so many others, with patience, honesty, and caring that was always beyond the call of duty. I have very fond memories of sitting with Pat in faculty meetings and writing notes back and forth to each other. Some were meeting related while others were very funny. She lived life intensely and her teaching practice was no different and went beyond the walls of the classroom.
I keep finding emails that remind me of Pat and I know I will keep on finding them. She was a delight to have in my life although for too brief a period. To all of Pat's family she was a fine example of what the human race can strive for.
I miss her very much and extend my deepest condolences to all of you.
Jian Min Hu
June 12, 2013
Pat's sociology course was life changing experience for me. She shed a new light on my relationships with my background, my family members, and my community. Her generousity, her dedication to teaching will always inspire me to be a better person. She will be living in my memory forever.
Mary Lou Lamont
June 7, 2013
Pat was my "roomie", my office mate for many years. What a great roomie I had. We shared recipes, food, stories, ideas, articles and talked about family. Pat was like a sister to me. Pat and I were aiming to do more around the arts, get to the ballet and such more often together. I am so happy that Pat and I were able to see my niece in the Royal Winnipeg Ballet in Mississauga very recently. We had such a wonderful evening with dinner, shopping, ballet and having some time talking with my niece and her boyfriend after the performance.
Pat loved ballet and she shared how she and Peter went regularly to the ballet.
My heart is aching at losing you, my dear friend. I will miss your candor, sincerity and that dry wit!
Chi mi a-rithist thu
Joyce Gee
June 7, 2013
Pat, I only wished that I can bump into you at the photocopying room once more and see your energetic and smiling face. I will miss all those personal heartfelt life stories that you shared and how with story it imparts a bit of wisdom in me! The Mentoring pair for Child Care group was lucky to benefit from your lively talk on the topic: Governance. You have definitely left a legacy that will be hard for anybody to follow in the ECE field! My sincere condolence to your family.
Susan Caine
June 6, 2013
Pat was one of my best teachers, she was great at debating and making you think out of the box. I ended up being blessed having Pat as a colleague, she gave me great, sound advice. She was supportive of both students, support staff. Her sense of humor was brilliant, and her wit and wisdom was refreshing. I will miss Pat. Easter Monday won't be the same without her. My thoughts and prayers are with her children. Your mum was lovely, you truly were blessed having such a wonderful mum.
Susan Caine
Xiao (Lena) Liu
June 6, 2013
Pat was one of the best teachers I have ever had! I loved her open mindedness and her loving caring spirit! She is greatly missed!
Karen Chandler
June 6, 2013
I will miss Pat. She was an inspiring teacher who drew upon her rich life. Her dedication to students was evident and they adored her for her warmth, wit, intellect and compassion. We taught Sociology together for a number of years. As a colleague, Pat added greatly to our department in numerous ways-storyteller, political observer, host, welcoming ear…
When my granddaughter was born, Pat welcomed her to the wonderful world of literature by giving Olivia her own copy of Olivia.
I often lamented we did not have more time to share perspectives on life, family, courage.
My sincere sympathies to your family on your tremendous loss.
natasha desousa
June 6, 2013
Pat, was a wonderful teacher!! With a lot of jokes always made the class laugh!! God bless she made a lot of wonderful ece..
Anjali Dubey
June 6, 2013
My deepest condolences to the family.Pat will be missed by all of us in the childcare community.
Jenn Santino
June 6, 2013
Pat was an amazing woman and friend. She was always there to offer support and laugh or a good kick when you needed it! My partner in chocolate and hugs. You will be dearly missed but forever in my heart. To the family, my heart felt condolences to you all.
Diane Bergeron
June 5, 2013
To Pat's Family,
I had the pleasure of working with your mom for many years at George Brown, in the ECA program. Together we problem solved and engaged in lively discussion. I will miss her smile, her sense of humour and her sensiblity.
She was a meaningful part of the students' experience here and we will all miss her .
Shelly Mehta
June 5, 2013
I miss my office neighbour. Pat was a great mentor, role model and friend. I loved that we were next door to each other which allowed us to talk about everything and any thing. The laughs, the sharing, and the support was like nothing else. I never really got the chance to thank Pat formally and so I thank you Pat Campbell, you taught me a lot. I will miss your sense of humour and your constant support and guidance. You will be so dearly missed. My condolences to the family.
June 5, 2013
Pat was a wonderful and inspiring teacher. She brought to her teaching her tremendous intellect, her vast experience and her love of children. Her legacy lives in the lives of all the children that will benefit from the excellent training she gave their teachers. My sincere sympathy as you endure your great loss.
Marjorie McColm
Sue Feltoe
June 5, 2013
To the Campbell family,
Pat was a kind and gentle soul that had a huge impact on everyone she met. She had great wisdom and insight and a great sense of humor. The ECE field has lost a truly compassionate member and she will be missed. Prayers to your family
Mohamed Nur
June 5, 2013
To Pats family, your mom was an inspiration. Every time she walked in the George Brown Colllege ECE main office, she lit it up with her smile. I will truly miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ali Kates
June 5, 2013
Pat was my Sociology teacher last year at George Brown College. She instilled both humour and passion into a course that was otherwise dull and all her students respected and enjoyed her presence. She was truly one of a kind and it was quite evident that she had a lust for life. She spoke of her family often in lectures which told me there was lots of love around her. My deepest condolences to the family on behalf of all of Pat's former students.
Dr. Kimberly Bezaire
June 5, 2013
Pat, though I only knew you for these past 2 years - you affirmed & celebrated those of us who were 'new' to George Brown... relishing conversations & new ideas about curriculum, technology, & childhood... stopping us in the halls to compliment & encourage... wisecracking & telling us how you see it... your commitment to students & the School of Early Childhood has been an inspiration. Can't quite believe you're gone, and missing you already...
Kathleen Alexander
June 5, 2013
My condolences go out to the family. Pat you will be missed.
June 4, 2013
June 4, 2013
The field of Early Childhood Education was very fortunate to have Pat as a mentor and teacher. We can never thank her enough for all that she gave to us.
My heartfelt sympathies to the family for their loss.
Peggy Crowther, Manager
Maurice Cody Child Care
Sandy Couto Green
June 4, 2013
I had the pleasure of being one of Pat's students and had the pleasure of inviting her to our childcare center so she could share her knowledge with parents and staff at PCDC. She taught me early on never to stop learning. Thanks Pat for making a difference in my life. My heart felt condolences go out to the family.
John Joseph Mastandrea
June 1, 2013
Pat to quote your beloved brother, if you had been captain of the Titanic, the ship would have arrived safely in North America... May your thunder and lightning continue to guides us in the night... The Rev. Dr. John Joseph Mastandrea
david himel
May 31, 2013
To the family, you mom was an integral part of our life growing up on the kingsway....you guys were our closest friends and I am sending all my love and kindness to you...
Debbie Cornwall
May 30, 2013
Pat you will be greatly missed. To Pat's family, your Mom, sister was a wonderful lady, with a wicked sense of humour, and energy that was unquenchable. You are her legacy, keep her memories close to your hearts. You are in my prayers.
Debbie Cornwall
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