Patrick Fordyce

Patrick Fordyce

Patrick Fordyce Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2009.
FORDYCE, Patrick C. Artist At home, Friday, April 17, 2009. Predeceased by his beloved wife Philippa and mother Ivy M. Keller. Loving father of Sheelagh Moira (Richard Gladwin) and Sean (Ying Zheng). Grandfather of Philippa and Judy. Brother of Mavis Hubbard (Nicholasville, KY). Partner of Phyllis Adele Richard. He will be greatly missed by Hannah Nawroth, Cheng Zheng and by many friends. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Dr. Elizabeth Brown and to the West End Carefor staff. Patrick lived a life of discovery as he transferred his passion for art, music, poetry and nature to canvas. We will always remember his wisdom and unique wit. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home 2313 Carling Avenue (west of Carlingwood) Friday, April 24, after 11 a.m. The Service to celebrate Patrick's life will follow in the Chapel at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, In Memoriam donations to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection appreciated.

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Betty Jacobs

September 13, 2009

So sorry to find the notice of Patrick's death. For many years I am still enjoying two of Patrick's water colours. One signed & dated 1965, the other 1966. one was a gift from Patrick.

July 13, 2009

My prayers are with Sheelah on the loss of her father. You were wonderful neighbours and I have yet to taste any soda bread as good as his!

Thanks for the memories,
Lorraine Madore

Richard Adams

April 25, 2009

Sheelah and Sean,
Your Dad was my first introduction into the mythology of Ireland, art and music..and ghosts in the cabin. He was right there were ghosts. He was also the "Best Man" at my wedding some 35 years ago. I lost touch with him when I moved to Belgium and became too self indulged in my own life to pick up contact with him when I came home.
I however will always remember the winter days with Paddy and Phillipa spent together when I was stuck on "the driveway

April 24, 2009

My sympathy to Sheelagh and her family. You are in my prayers. With love and sympathy. Chris Bard

Agathe Renaud

April 24, 2009

Sheelagh,
May God cradle you and yours in His arms during this time of sadness. Your father may now rest and paint the bluest of skies for his loved ones.

Someone who is loved never dies... they live forever in our hearts.

Love and sympathy,

Suzanne Jansen

April 23, 2009

Dear Sheelagh and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in a very special way in the loss of your dad.

With love and sympathy,

Glenn Seal

April 23, 2009

Sheelagh, I am very sorry for your loss.
My condolences to you and your family.

Ashok Jahagirdar

April 23, 2009

Good men must die, but death can not kill their names
---Proverbs
I pray to God to give you enough strength and courage to face this tragedy. We all know how much your Dad meant to youand how dearly you loved him. Please accept my and Rajani's condolences.
-Ashok.

April 23, 2009

Sheila, So sorry for your loss.. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family

Diana and Paul Paiement

Peter Hartgerink

April 23, 2009

Sheelagh and family - my heart goes out to you. May you discover God's peace in the midst of your sorrow.

Sam

April 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Richard Lahaie

April 23, 2009

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Fordyce family for your loss.

Leila Ghobril

April 23, 2009

So sorry for your loss Sheelagh. I know how much love you had for your father but I hope you will take solace in the wonderful and warm memories that he must have left you with.

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