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Patrick Joseph MORIARTY

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David and Susan writing to Pat

September 23, 2012

September 23, 2012

"and if you are lucky and a wonderful spouse, father, sibling, friend, mentor - you are remembered twice, all the time you lived on this side, and most importantly, when you slip into the other, you are always remembered in numerous ways, never to be forgotten.
The Burkes

September 23, 2012

I've read so many stories in this book that were unknown to me, I've laughed and cried at them but most of all I've been incredibly proud of the man who touched so many people's lives in such a positive way. A much loved brother, father, husband and friend. How amazing that any person should go through life and no matter when or how you met him would leave behind the same lasting impression- a mischievous smile, a hard worker, a calming influence..that is only part of what I will remember but a few lines could never convey the story of my brother Pa and how much he will be missed. All my love Finn x

Susan and Pat in greeting

September 23, 2012

Susan and Pat's in greating

September 23, 2012

David Moriarty

September 23, 2012

Dad,

You were the absolute best and we all miss you more than we can describe.

Love David

September 23, 2012

Susan writing to her Diddy

September 23, 2012

Eileen , Anne Moriarty

September 23, 2012

" And think of him as living
in the hearts of those he touched
for nothing loved is ever lost
and he was loved so much "

Pat's pond

September 23, 2012

September 23, 2012

Diddy,

I miss you. We all miss you. The three of us are hanging out in the living room right now, laughing and telling stories and while we're having a great time, it's not the same without you. We miss your sense of humour. We miss how you brought so much peace to the family. We miss your kindness. You were so gentle.
I miss the connection you and I had. I miss that you would listen to my silly stories and my gossip and you were always genuinely interested. I miss how you used to look across the room at me with a smirk when David and Mum got into one of their political rants. I miss how you were always up to something around the house like watering the plants or organizing the junk drawer or trying to make old radios work again - things that at the time we thought were pointless bits of busywork (sorry, but we did) but now, without them, I see how important these things actually were to us and to our home. Speaking of radios, I miss how you always had the radio on. The sound of a radio in the background is just you to me. I'm going to miss you at Christmas, which was always your time to shine. We'll do our best but it won't be the same without our little Christmas elf handing out gifts in inappropriately short Christmas boxer shorts and a santa hat. I miss meeting you downtown at your office for sushi lunches. I miss your big ears. I miss the sound of your slippers shuffling around the house. I miss how proud you always seemed to be of David and I. I miss Saturday morning crosswords and how you knew every single answer. I miss you teaching me how to play pool and then schooling me in it - I always vowed that I would one day beat you but you're forever undefeated. I miss how easy going you were - I don't think you knew the meaning of the word stress. I miss how much you loved turkish delight. I miss how kind you were to all my friends...I remember at my 10th birthday party I had 8 girls come for a sleepover and we listened to the "Now and Then" soundtrack for hours and you danced along with us the whole time. And then there was the Bacardi Mojito Dance with Jamie and Jules. I miss our walks at Crescent Beach. I miss you calling me "Suzanna Q", or just "Q". I miss the Laughing Policeman story. I miss watching you playing with Misty - somehow after a 12 hour work day you still had energy to play fetch with her every night. You did everything for us. You took us to all our sports, you helped us with our homework (even through University), you moved us in and out of every house/apartment we've ever been in, you always carried our bags for us, you cleaned up the kitchen after dinner, you laughed at our jokes even when they were bad. You helped us in every way you could. But you did it quietly and without expectations. You were amazing. And we remember you with love.

Lucky is an understatement for how I feel about having you as my Dad. You were the best person I've ever known.


Love always,

Susan

The Donohoe Family

September 23, 2012

Two years have come and gone since you left us and we are still trying to understand why God called you so quickly from this earth. We are gradually realizing not that you died but that for 57 years you lived. You gave us memories that we will never forget.

'Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory no one can steal'

We miss you everyday
Bernie, Kevin, Brian, Rory & Neil

Pat's pond

September 22, 2012

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Cec, Zal, Jordan, Aimee Press

September 22, 2012

The gentle spirit that was constantly embedded within Pat still resonates at the mere mentioning of his name. Pat typified the ultimate altruistic human, someone whose eyes always seemed to see the good in others, and embraced them with his unconditional friendship and acceptance. Pat's remarkable qualities will never be forgotten as we can still feel his warmth through the eyes of his loving wife and children.

Josie Gannon

September 22, 2012

"The Rose beyond the wall".
A rose once grew where all could see
sheltered beside a garden wall
and as the days passed swiftly by
it spread its branches, straight and tall.

One day, a beam of light shone through
a crevice that had opened wide
the rose bent gently towards its warmth
then passed beyond to the other side.

Now, you who deeply feel its loss
be comforted - the rose blooms there
it's beauty even greater now
nurtured by God's loving care

David and Susan

September 22, 2012

Val and Pam

Jane Moriarty

September 22, 2012

Our word Courage

Deb Sabatino

September 21, 2012

September 20, 2012

Dear Pat ,
My last entry was for Jane David and Susan - this one is for you . Just want to tell you where I am at - I have spent the last two years trying to figure out my relationship with you since you were so sadly taken from us . I have looked at it every which way Pat and you know what - you are today who you always were - you are sincere, secure ,elegant ,generous ,peaceful and silently strong . You are still that to me and in life's great complexity I can still call up your smile and that means the world .... That visit to you and Jane in Cork by David and I way back in the days gone will always sum up for me the wonder that is you ...... Sleep my dear friend until we meet again . Still your friend Josie x

Pauline Sweeney

September 20, 2012

My memories of Patrick involve a lot of comings and goings... To boarding school... and home... To college ... and home... To Canada... and home. His homecomings were looked forward to with great anticipation and whether it was two weeks or two years since we had seen him - time or distance never mattered . He was the same Patrick.. smiling , calm , gentle and always humble of his achievements. The connection, I and my other siblings had with him never changed.... from when I was a child waiting for him to come home from college to when as an adult I looked forward to his arrival from Canada.
Patrick appeared to be an ordinary man but in fact he was extraordinary...He was a gentleman, funny, kind and he treated everyone equally.Words cant really describe him... You had to know him.
One memory I have is of him sitting on the bedroom floor in my house reading a story to my then 2 , 4 and 6 year olds followed by bouncing session on the trampoline....
Patrick you have left us happy memories...We miss you and look forward to meeting you again.
Pauline

Ruth & David Ward

September 20, 2012

Pat Moriarty was a lovely man, the kind of man we should all aspire to be. He adored his family, and thoroughly enjoyed the company of his friends. Pat loved to laugh and his grin was infectious. It's impossible to remember him without smiling. He was a small, quiet man with a large presence and his death has left a huge hole in all our lives.

Jane Moriarty

September 20, 2012

"Ode to the Moriarty family "

I am so greatful to be apart of and so delighted to have two wonderful children to carry on the name.....


No man is a Island,  this is so true of my wonderful husband Patrick Joseph Moriarty, your beloved son, my beloved husband, your beloved father, your beloved brother, your friend.

I remember vividly the 1st. time Pat took me home to visit his family. I knew I was home. 1/2 of  Pat's ashes are resting with his beloved parents Margaret ( Peggy) and Patrick Moriarty at Aghadoe Hights cemetery Killarney Co. Kerry Ireland. If your are ever there, please stop a while and visit.

I would like to thank Pat for a wonderful life. Pat's parents in prayer, James, Terence, Bernie, Eileen, Ann, Pauline, Finnuala, spouses and children for our sense of family, even thought we are so far away, our sense of family and now our sense of loss will be ours until the end of our time.

All my Love Jane

September 13, 2012

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September 13, 2012

Pat's last rose

September 13, 2012

Jane Moriarty

September 13, 2012

As we come to the second anniversary of Pat's passing, we find our lives have completely changed. When Pat traveled, I used to say to him " for such a small guy you leave a big hole behind", but then he came home and filled it up. Our job now, is to fill that hole with our new lives. It is hard and lonely. It will take more years than we have had. But to honor such a wonderful man, a wonderful 32 years of marriage and a wonderful life we will.

I, along with David, Susan, Pat's sisters and brothers, thank you one and all, for all the support, love and friendship during this terrible time in all our lives.

This book will close on the 23rd of September. We will treasure your stories and it will become our coffee table book.

jamie smith

September 8, 2012

I have tried to write in this book many times but always seem to not get past a few lines. I guess in many ways I don't want to say goodbye and to acknowledge that such a wonderful person in my life is gone. I miss you Pat. I miss your welcoming home and your gentle manner as you walked into the house after work. Although us loud and silly girls seemed to always take over your home, you always greeted us with such love and patience. I grew up in your home and have some of my most precious wonderful memories with you and your family and I want to thank you for that. Thank you and I miss you very much.

June 20, 2012

Dear Jane,

I am so sorry to hear of Pat's passing, I have always wondered where you ended up, thinking that perhaps you returned to Ireland long ago. Funny that you are living out Vancouver way, where our eldest decided to move long ago. I was reading something online about KPMG and thought I may find out where you and Pat were by googling his name and kpmg--I was shocked to learn that he had passed away He was always so friendly and open (as were you of course, when we lived beside you on Glengarry in the early 80s). I wish you all the best Jane! You are a wonderful person; very giving and full of life, as was Pat. All the best to you and your family, from Debbie and Frank

Nicole Collins

October 16, 2011

Jane, bless you for keeping this guestbook open because without it I would never get to properly thank Pat for the role he played in my life.
You all were like family to me in my late teens and Pat played an intricate role in helping me through a tough transition in my life. I spent countless hours at your home over the years and I would always look forward to the time of day when Pat would come home and everyone in the house would light up because he emanated kindness and love. I learned a lot from him and I like to think that I'm a better person for knowing him.

Thank you Jane for welcoming me into that environment. Thank you Pat for being the wonderful person that you were. You live on in the hearts and minds of everyone who knew you. I will shine brighter to honour your light, the light that you shared with me and many others, the light that was taken from this earth way too soon.

Paul Rackham

September 28, 2011

Hard to believe, this time last year I was in B.C. at the visitation saying my final good byes to Pat. Easily the nicest kindest gentlemen you'll ever meet. Thanks for a lifetime of memories with you and your family Pat.

Paul

Kathleen Murphy

September 28, 2011

Dear Jane, Susan, and David,
My love and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your dear husband and father, Pat. I can’t believe it has been a year already. We all miss him and will remember how smart, loving, and funny he was. I will always cherish the times the eight of us got together for church, breakfasts, and Christmases when I was a teenager, and am so glad Pat was a part of those fond memories of family. I look forward to seeing you, Jane, and visiting Pat’s grave in December.
Love,
Kathleen

Jane Moriarty

September 24, 2011

We have extended this book as some friends still have not got to add there story.

Jane Moriarty

September 22, 2011

Pat, how can a year have gone by without you, how did we live this pass year, I don't know. We have moved into another year and feel we have loss you all over again. The shock protection is now gone leaving us wondering how are we really going to go on. Susan says it all in this poem she wrote for to you.

"I'll live to be 100", that was what you said,
And how could we have ever known that we'd be here instead?
You lived and loved in all you did; to you life was a gift.
Yet, despite your goodness, your goal was set adrift.
You taught us kindness; forgive and to forget,
Your joy lit up our every day, and everyone's you met.
"You won't live to be 100"; We thought it was too much to face,
But, rather, you accepted your fate with dignity and grace.
We stood by in amazement as you peacefully slipped away,
Ensuring those around you that they would be okay.
Now we're here without you, an emptiness within,
Everything looks bleaker without your positive spin.
The hummingbirds are looking for you, the garden is forlorn,
Photo-ops pass everyday; your art that now unborn.
You left us whole, filled up with love, you live now in our hearts.
You will live to be 100, but in another way,
You'll brighten our thoughts and our memories each and every day.

All our Love Jane David and Susan

Jay Amoui

September 22, 2011

It was just yesterday that I was exchanging emails with Jane...its unbelievable how times fly...It already a year that we lost our beloved Pat... Pat was a great colleague and mentor to him. From the first day that he interviewed me at EY, to the last time I talked to him before he went on his trip to Italy, he was always there for me. I never forget his smile, his guidance and his friendship. There isn't a day that goes by, that I dont forget about Pat. Just the other day, I was telling our new staff about the great times we had with Pat and all the great fun gatherings we had.
He definitely left us all too early, but I know that he is resting in peace and watching us from above.
Pat will always be with me, as I will never forget the great man he was.
May he always rest in peace.

Val and Arne Austring

September 22, 2011

Dear Jane, Susan, and David,
Our friendship and love come to you today as the anniversary of Pat's death passes. Pat was unique and special, and is so deeply missed - he cannot be replaced as loving husband, adoring father, and wonderful neighbour. You have shown the great beauty and strength of your family, instilled by Pat's loving and gentle nature, as you've survived this difficult year. We wish you the healing power of time, and the deep peace of Pat's love that is part of each one of you. May God continue to hold you in the palm of his hand as you go forward without your beloved Pat.
With love and caring,
The Austring Family
Val and Arne

September 21, 2011

Dear Jane, David, and Susan:

We visited Pat's Irish resting place today on the anniversary of his passing. Like Pat, the place is peaceful as it overlooks the wild and beautiful lakes of Killarney. As we stood at Pat's grave in Ireland, we were thinking of the three of you at his grave in BC, each with your own thoughts.

Pat will remain in all our hearts.

Love,
Rita, Bernie and Peter

Pat' Canadian Grave

Jane Moriarty

September 21, 2011

September 20, 2011

It is impossible to believe that a year has passed since Pat died. It only seems like yesterday that he and Jane were heading off to Italy to celebrate their anniversary. It is amazing how life can change so quickly. So many people have written so many wonderful sentiments about him during this year and all of these attributes are well placed. Pat was a wonderful husband, father and friend. To us he was a wonderful brother. He was the eldest of eight brothers and sisters and while we were growing up he was always there to help and guide us. He always made the right decisions, from the first job he had pumping gas at ten years old to what classes to take at school and what career to pursue, so it was only natural that we all took his advice as we grew older. He always worked hard and did the best he could at everything. He wasn't always successful but he tried and he encouraged everyone else to do the same. There are so many wonderful memories from our childhood that makes it easy to understand how he grew into the genuinely nice man that he was and why it was so easy to like him. To the outside world we all grow old but not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we always were. We know each other's hearts. We share private family jokes. We remember family fueds and secrets, family griefs and joys. We live outside the touch of time. People get older but wonderful memories remain just that - wonderful memories of a great brother.

Val and Gus Moffatt

September 20, 2011

Dear Jane, David and Susan,

I have come to this site many times now but only got as far as reading what others have written. I have just not had the words to express how sad I am for all of you, especially when I know how difficult the past year has been. Even so, I could not let this book close without paying tribute to a wonderful man (I think we are all agreed!) and such a dear friend to us during our "formative" years as young families in Toronto. Pat seemed to have got his act together earlier and the rest of us and always appeared to know exactly where he was going. What was so unique about Pat was the manner in which he achieved his ambitions, working so hard but always remaining so kind, so patient, so even tempered, so fun loving and so appreciative of whatever he had at the time. Many people have mentioned his outstanding personal qualities and the ever present twinkle in his eye. It is a measure of how true Pat was to himself that everyone experienced him in the same way, no matter who you were Pat bestowed his special charm and trademark smile on you. We were so glad to be fortunate enough to have that experience again after a gap of many years when he made us feel as welcome in your magnificent home in BC as we did on the back steps of Glengarry all those years ago. I know that Ciara and her friends, who were meeting him for the first time, also experinced that same warmth, generosity and good humour and fell under his spell.

However you three should always remember that this was a team effort too, You were, and are, wonderful. Pat was fortunate to have the love and support of an amazing wife, son and daughter he adored and could be so proud of. I have no doubt that this ensured that he realised what were his most treasured ambitions of all.

I will leave you with a fond memory we have of this time of the year which I think epitomises his love of, and gratitude for, the simple pleasures in life. When the corn was ripe Jane would drive out to the country to get a dozen ears of peaches and cream corn. They would then sit down together as Pat devoured what he considered to be a feast fit for a king, or in this case for a true prince among men.

Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Karen Kwok

September 20, 2011

Dear Jane, David and Susan,

I have been always thinking of leaving a note in this guest book but it is hard to gather my thoughts and I just didn’t know how/where to start. It’s been almost a year but still every time I think about Pat my heart still hurts. I can’t imagine how difficult the time has been for you Jane, David and Susan to bear over the past year. I remembered the last day I saw Pat was my last day with EY. He was the one who walked me out of the office to the lobby wishing me good luck and farewell. I was really sad when I received the news about Pat as I always thought I would have a chance to see him again.

I feel very blessed to know Pat in my life. Pat was like a ray of hope and guiding light to many of us. When we feel lost, Pat will always be there for us. Pat had so many good qualities in him that I don’t think there will be another person in the world that just like him. He always treats people fairly and gave everyone the benefit of the doubt (which I think is the toughest thing to do). I’m really thankful that I had an opportunity to work and learn from him for 6 full years.

Jane, you and Pat are such a wonderful and lovely couple. Vince and I always have a great time hanging out with you and Pat at the EY events, and we always love to listen to the family, marriage and dating stories between you and Pat. We also enjoyed the time when you and Pat invited the team over to your house for a gathering. It was then we found out how much Pat loved to sing. I remembered he sang most of the songs from the Karaoke Revolution video game. Those were one of the many happy moments that I will never forget.

Every time I think about Pat, there are only fond memories of him. Just thinking of his smile, laughter and the twinkle in his eyes give me strength.

We will miss you always Pat.

Karen

Orang Towfigh

August 27, 2011

Dear Jane:


I was very saddened when I read your email. I can't imagine what you and your family are going through, but wanted to reach out and tell you how much I appreciated working with Pat. Can you please pass on this message to Pat for me? Please let him know that he left a lasting impression on me and really helped me shape my career. He taught me so many skills that I still use today and looking back at E&Y, he symbolizes to me everything that is good about that organization. I left E&Y to pursue other opportunities and the only reason I ever came back was the opportunity to work with Pat again. His dedication and hard work were an inspiration to me. I will always remember him with a smile on his face and an open door ready to help.


My warmest regards,


Orang Towfigh

Mike Drurt

August 27, 2011

I know Eriko has given you our thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time, but I would like to emphasize what a Prince of a man Pat is - out of all our friends he stands head and shoulders above, from his always positive attitude to his kindness and compassion. Pat has earned our and everyone's utmost respect and admiration and we should all strive to live our lives as he does - and be happy if we achieve a fraction of what he has.


Please pass on our thought and prayers to Pat.


And our admiration and respect to you Jane - you've been incredible through this all.


Our love,
Mike

Again a email worth keeping.

Josie Gannon

August 23, 2011

What does a friend say to a friend who has lost her Best Friend her Soul Mate and Husband? What does one say to a son and daughter that have lost their lovely wonderful Dad? There are no words to give. However, because Pat Moriarty touched our lives we have our story to share.
My story began many years ago. Jane you will remember the weekend I met Pat. We were in Cork and I loved him from the first moment. I never did pay for that banana!!!! We had so much fun. A perfect day for me was the one Pat, and my beloved David, now gone 14 years, you and I spent on Howth Head. The sun was shining, the heather was in bloom and love was definitely in the air. We laughed, we talked and even walked a little!.
Since then Pat was a constant in my mind. You were no longer Jane you became “Jane and Pat “. As I saw you blend into each other I was truly happy for you. After all ones best friend deserves the best and boy did you get the best in Pat Moriarty. He was elegant, constant, sincere and secure. He was fun loving and fun giving. He took joy in the great and the simple and everything in between. Together you were great. You were blessed to have found and chosen each other.
David and Susan when you came along each in turn there was such joy in the Moriarty household a celebration of the wonder of you and a palpable love was showered on you both. The love of a special father for his adored children. Along with Jane he made you the wonderful people you are today. You have his values and his wise words to carry you through life.
So, as I bid you farewell Pat I know that in the complexity of life there is much of you still with us in Jane, in David and in Susan. A part of me is content in the fact that as long as I know these three it is not a final farewell at all.
“A man lives for as long as we carry him inside us, for as long as we carry the harvest of his dreams, for as long as we ourselves live, holding memories in common a man lives.”
Pat thank you for being my friend .

August 22, 2011

Dear Jane, David and Susan:

Pat's smile, laughter, voice and tender, loving manner are always on our minds.

It seems like only yesterday that Pat was by your family's side.
For your family and friends, things just aren't the same. It doesn't seem real. There is a quiet sadness with the feeling of time standing still.

If love could have saved Pat, he would still be here today.

As Pat lay in a still rest, God broke our hearts to prove he took the very best, everything Pat did, everything Pat was.
Little by little, we begin to remember Pat lived and gave us beautiful memories.

Here's to Good Irish Friends
Never above you
Never below you
Always beside you

We will see you again someday.

Love and thoughts,
Rick, Pam, Kristy, Courtney, Kieran and Josh, Erin and family.
(O'Connor's)

Jane Moriarty

August 20, 2011

Once again I would like to add this email as a keepsake. Josie, my best friend, sent me this on the day of David's call to the bar with out his beloved Dad.

Dear Jane ,

I was reading a book lately and Pat came to mind when I saw these words...........

"The strong, calm person is always loved and revered. He is like a shade -
giving tree in a thirsty land, or a sheltering rock in a storm"

So it is sad now that David, Susan and you are looking from within
yourselves for your " shade " and " shelter " and this I think is the "print of Pat's absence " that you may be seeing in each other.

It leaves us lost and looking lost , sad and looking sad,confused and
looking confused and withdrawn and looking withdrawn. And yes for awhile
this is how it is .

However never underestimate your and Pat's ability whether you are "here "or
"there " separate or together to fill each other and your children with all
the necessary resources to find your "shade" and your "shelter " .

This was Pat's life's work and your life's work. So you are helping them
and Pat is helping you all . It takes a while but never doubt it - David
has a wealth of his Dad's values and words to take him through life as has
Susan. The words they may not have taken in are yours to supply as you go
along together .

It's a journey Jane and it won't happen over night. It leaves its mark for
sure. You are doing all the right things and it would be upsetting if the
going of one so great and loved left no mark on the ones he loved so much .

The mark it leaves is our tribute to the one we have lost. You three will
have a beautiful mark.

In 1928 Pam Brown ( poet) said "from serenity comes gentleness, comes
lasting strength".

That was your Pat - and somehow if you look at David, I suspect this is the
mark that is at the early stages of emergence-- there is joy in this, what a wonderful young man you have created together .........

.......sending you a BIG hug my dear friend feel so so sad for you right
now . {:
Enjoy your time with the family give them my regards , enjoy the tennis and
glad you got your way ha !!

Love you Jos Xxxxxxxxxoooooooxxxxxxx.

David Ward

August 18, 2011

Hi Jane: Ruth and I just looked at the photo memorial on the web, which prompted me to look at some summer 09 photos. I thought you might like to have this photo taken on Galiano. As usual, Pat is with the ladies and he looks happy.
I wish we had had more days like that; I would have liked to have gotten to know Pat better. As far as I was able to come to know Pat, I can say for certain that he was the kind of man that we all aspire to be: devoted and faithful family man, respectful and honourable, not a hint of guile or disingenuousness, professionally successful and admired, and obviously deeply loved. I will miss that smile and the twinkle in his eye.
Sincere condolences,
David

August 15, 2011

Jane Moriarty

August 1, 2011

--------A SIMPLE Child,
         That lightly draws its breath,
         And feels its life in every limb,
         What should it know of death?
 
         I met a little cottage Girl:
         She was eight years old, she said;
         Her hair was thick with many a curl
         That clustered round her head.
 
         She had a rustic, woodland air,
         And she was wildly clad:                                    10
         Her eyes were fair, and very fair;
         --Her beauty made me glad.
 
         "Sisters and brothers, little Maid,
         How many may you be?"
         "How many? Seven in all," she said
         And wondering looked at me.
 
         "And where are they? I pray you tell."
         She answered, "Seven are we;
         And two of us at Conway dwell,
         And two are gone to sea.                                    20
 
         "Two of us in the church-yard lie,
         My sister and my brother;
         And, in the church-yard cottage, I
         Dwell near them with my mother."
 
         "You say that two at Conway dwell,
         And two are gone to sea,
         Yet ye are seven!--I pray you tell,
         Sweet Maid, how this may be."
 
         Then did the little Maid reply,
         "Seven boys and girls are we;                               30
         Two of us in the church-yard lie,
         Beneath the church-yard tree."
 
         "You run about, my little Maid,
         Your limbs they are alive;
         If two are in the church-yard laid,
         Then ye are only five."
 
         "Their graves are green, they may be seen,"
         The little Maid replied,
         "Twelve steps or more from my mother's door,
         And they are side by side.                                  40
 
         "My stockings there I often knit,
         My kerchief there I hem;
         And there upon the ground I sit,
         And sing a song to them.
 
         "And often after sunset, Sir,
         When it is light and fair,
         I take my little porringer,
         And eat my supper there.
 
         "The first that died was sister Jane;
         In bed she moaning lay,                                     50
         Till God released her of her pain;
         And then she went away.
 
         "So in the church-yard she was laid;
         And, when the grass was dry,
         Together round her grave we played,
         My brother John and I.
 
         "And when the ground was white with snow,
         And I could run and slide,
         My brother John was forced to go,
         And he lies by her side."                                   60
 
         "How many are you, then," said I,
         "If they two are in heaven?"
         Quick was the little Maid's reply,
         "O Master! we are seven."
 
         "But they are dead; those two are dead!
         Their spirits are in heaven!"
         'Twas throwing words away; for still
         The little Maid would have her will,
         And said, "Nay, we are seven!"
                                   
 When I told a friend of our visits to Pat. This poem of Williams Wordsworth came to mind. It tells all and I want to add it to this book as a keepsake.

Mary Drew & Clark Davis

July 22, 2011

Dear Jane, David, and Susan,
It's difficult to believe a full year has gone by since we received the news of how sick Pat was. You have endured a year like no other: all the special "family" occasions without him, all the times when he would envelop you with his reassuring presence. He was a rock. We think of him often and always with his beautiful smile. Where do you find the will to survive with that void etched in your heart forever? In one another and in your friends. We are here for you.
With love always,
Mary Drew and Clark

donna clark

June 2, 2011

Jane, Susan, and David, I have nothing but admiration for all of you. You all had to handle so much heartache in such a short time.I know it still seems unreal. Jane, how fortunate was Patrick to such a beautifulkind and understanding woman for his wife. I know he did know how very much you loved and adored him.If there is any way one human being could possibly love another human being, you two are the perfect example. Life is what we are given a long time before we are even born and our pathway is already in the ,making. However we are the master of our own destiny , but there are times when life can take on something so cruel and totaly senseless. You will be alright and as you do whatever it is that helps your heart and soul to become slightly less painfull, you just do it. I was so very honored to be able to look after precious little Misty for you during that terrible time. Please know I think of you so often. Patrick will always look over you as your guardian angel and will help you for whatever reason you need him to be. As you heal he may start to stand just a little farther back as he sees your strengh start to get just a bit stronger and as those days turn into other days he may step back just a little more each time and he to will start to rest and he to will will give peace and one day he will tell that he will never ever leave you but as your life goes on sometime down the road( in your time ) he will watch you from afar and say to you,move on girl, as I want to see you start to smile and and remember all the times we made each other so happy. I am happy in this new world I have found, and want you be as happy as you can possibly be in the world you are still in.Do this as you will be happy when the time comes for you to cross to this beautiful place where I am now. You should see it, girl, it is just breathtaking, it is so grand. Again,Jane L too am here for you at any time, will keep you in my prayers. God bless you for who you are, You are truly beautiful, just ask Pat. ..... xxxxx ooooo Donna Clark.

Dennis and Marlene Skulsky

April 20, 2011

Dear Jane, David and Susan,
I have come again to the guest book for Pat trying to make sense of the senseless loss that is his passing. After reading the many wonderful tributes and heartwarming stories about Pat from so many friends from around the world I realize that there is no explanation for our loss.
Now rather than search for answers, we try to remember the wonderful times that we spent with you and Pat. We have been fortunate enough to have been neighbors with the Moriartys for the last 14 years. This has given us the opportunity to witness first hand the man that Pat was. His kindness and warmth was well known in the neighborhood. Always smiling and with a fond wave, Pat was a outstanding neighbor.
My fondest memory of Pat was seeing him in the yard, watering can in hand, tending to his endless pots. Jane not to be outdone was broom in hand, cleaning up after his efforts.
We know that Pat is in heaven right now tending to his spectacular garden, one that we only hope to visit one day.
We feel blessed and thankful that we have been fortunate enough to have known Pat Moriarty. He was a fine man that we so admired.
May God bless him and keep him.
Love,
The Skulsky Family

Frances DiGiuseppe

April 16, 2011

Dear Jane, David and Susan,
we just learned today, so many months later, of the loss of our dear old friend. And while its true we had lost touch somewhat since you left Toronto, we surely believed we would see Pats beautiful smile once again, and we never dreamt that we wouldn't again share a chat or listen to one of his stories, often wise, always kind, usually funny - or at least he thought so and when he started to chuckle it became infectious...
and our hearts are breaking just now.

So many good times we shared on Glengarry, you Moriarty's were always the first to plan a party, or just welcome us impromptu into your home, and there were always plenty of laughs, food, good conversation, a drink or two, and always good good fun. We are guessing, no, we know, that that is the case wherever the Moriartys find themselves in this world. We just hope that all the friends that you have amassed in your many homes have been able to provide you with some measure of comfort in these last difficult months. We only wish we could have been able to do so.
Jane, I so wish I could have been there for you, I'm not sure I could have done much to ease your pain but I would have at least liked to have tried.
It is difficult to write a tribute worthy of Pat, words escape us just now so we will just say we are so proud to have known him and to have called him our friend.
Thank you for keeping this site open so long otherwise we would never have found these photos and tributes today. We came on line searching for any 'news'. It was good to see Pat look so well so recently, still so happy and that smile again and to see you all in happy times.
With our love and our deepest condolences, Frances, Maurice, Stephanie and David

Frances Adams

March 29, 2011

Dear Jane, David and Susan,
I learnt with great saddness last sunday that Pat passed away some months ago. I have read all these wonderful tributes from your friends and Pat's work colleagues over his years in Canada. Im am so glad that the Pat I met in Cork all those years ago remained the same kind, fun gentleman, I shall finish with a wee Irish Blessing "“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” You are in my thoughts and I will keep in touch.

Shane Moffatt

March 20, 2011

I knew Pat from a young age, but was one of the kids running around and didn't have the chance to know him well enough as an adult. What i do remember of him from my youth was a person of great warmth and calmness (the latter being in short supply in a bustling Toronto of the early 1980's) - this clearly hadn't changed when I met him again as an adult. It's a great testament to his character that from the time I could talk, I never heard him mentioned without the word "kind" or "patient" by my own parents' generation. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

2007

March 10, 2011

Estrella Santos

February 22, 2011

Dear Jane,

I'll repeat here the original message that I sent you exactly 5 months ago.

Although I've heard a lot about you (from Pat who spoke about you and your children with so much love and fondness, and also from my former EY colleagues in Toronto and Vancouver), I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet in person. As I learned today of Pat's passing, it is with a heavy heart that I wish to introduce myself. My name is Estrella and I had the fortune of working with Pat at EY. He was the person who I've worked with most in my more than 10 years with EY. My first assignment in the firm was working with Pat for months in California and my last assignment in January 2009 was also working with him.

Several of my former colleagues will agree with me that Pat topped the list of best executives to work for at EY. He was responsible for people enjoying working with, and having long work tenure, with EY. Personally, he was responsible for keeping my marriage alive and being able to maintain a healthy relationship with my husband and 2 kids despite a number of out-of-the-country assignments that took me away from my family for months. His suggestion of having my family visit me in the countries where I worked (instead of me coming home to Toronto) enabled us to combine my work with pleasure and family vacation.

My husband Chris, kids Carmen and Christopher, and I all adored Pat and enjoyed spending time with him after work and on special occasions such as Christmas or New Year's Eve in US, Switzerland, Taiwan, South Africa, England, and Spain. Pat was a great person, role model and inspiration to everybody whose life he has touched in some form or another. My family and I will forever hold Pat in our hearts.

Pat's resting with his Mum and Dad in Ireland

Jane Moriarty

January 29, 2011

Pat's resting with his Mum and Dad in Ireland

Jane Moriarty

January 29, 2011

Pat's Garden

Patricia Leary

January 28, 2011

My dear friend, Jane

It's true that I have been waiting to find the right words and thoughts to send you. Everything seems inadequate, yet as I have read many times these testimonies to Pat's wonderful integrity, character, equanimity and humor, I am so sad that you had to lose your wonderful husband so soon.

As close as you and I have been over these 20 or so years, I regret that I wasn't able to spend more time with Pat. I know he was your loving anchor and you were the light of his life. I can still see his eyes gleaming for you and I hope the memory of that look will sustain you.

I'm adding two pictures to this message. One was taken in 2006, the last time I saw Pat. I had come to see you in BC with Iris and my friend Paul. We had had a grand old reunion. Pat came home from one of his trips and he just smiled at us in such a way that we knew he was truly happy we were having a good time. The picture is of you two serving breakfast the next morning on your beautiful terrace. The second picture is of Pat's garden. I remember how proud he was of his landscaping. The garden was grand, the house was grand and you two filled them both with the warmest energy and the most loving welcome.
( the site doesn't seem to let me attach more than one picture.)

I'll finish now, but I want to send you again the poem by the American Poet, Raymond Carver. It's a conversation between two friends:

LATE FRAGMENT
And did you get what
you wanted from this life, even so?
I did.
And what did you want?
To call myself beloved, to feel myself
beloved on the earth.

All my love, Pat

Pat and Jane in 2006

January 28, 2011

Simonetta

January 27, 2011

Dear Jane,
while no words can possibly heal your heartache, I hope you can find some comfort and solace as you read all the wonderful memories of Pat that friends and family have shared in this book. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary

January 25, 2011

Dearest Jane, David and Susan,
Having read some of the wonderful entries I can't think of anything of comfort to add that will ease your pain so I'll just share my first memory of Pat. I think this shows what kind of man he was...
When you first started going out with Pat you brought him to Mallow to meet my parents (not me, your friend!). I remember my father asking him something about some money and Pat saying that he wouldn't give any advice that was in any way illegal - just in case Dad was going to ask! I think that showed his moral character and his integrity. I also thought he was very good looking. We all three liked him, but then, my mother would have liked a monkey if YOU brought one to visit!

I'm thinking of you all daily, even when I'm not in regular touch. See you this year, I hope.
Love and kisses to you all.
May this year bring some ease.

Mary

January 25, 2011

Dearest Jane, David and Susan,
I've read some of the entries and am wondering what I can add that will give any comfort. I don't think there's anything, so I'll just share a memory...
I first met Pat the night you brought him to meet my parents (not me!) in Mallow. I don't think you were even engaged at the time. I remember my father quizzing him about what to do with some bit of money and Pat saying he wasn't going to advise anything illegal so not to ask! A man of morals and integrity even way back then. We all three of us liked him and I also remember thinking he was very good looking!
You and I go back such a long way that I know you know I think about you daily, even when I don't get in touch.
May this year bring some ease.

Richard Johnston

January 24, 2011

Dear Jane and family.
I never met Patrick but he felt like one of my family. Many years ago(1966)when I was on holiday in Ireland, I dropped a postcard adressed to my parents. A schoolboy called Patrick Moriarty found it and sent it on with a message to my Mam.
Every year since then he sent Christmas cards and a letter telling us how he was and how his family was growing. All the landmark events in his life he shared with our family. It was one of my fond hopes that my parents would one day meet the man they have corresponded with for over 40 years, but sadly that can't now happen.
He must have been a very special person to take that amount of care over something that most of us would not have even thought to do, and for total strangers. Patrick's story for us is a real 'feelgood' heartwarming tale.
I'm sure Patrick is sadly missed but he will always be there in your hearts.
My parents and myself send our sincere condolences to you and your family.
(ps Mam still has the postcard and that first letter from the 13 year old Patrick!)

Carol

January 17, 2011

Dearest Jane (and family),

I realize I spent a lot of time thinking of what the right words are to say, but I guess there aren't really any right enough words to make things better, so I just wanted to send you this...

I know you must miss Pat a lot. Pat was so amazing. Am not sure if you are a Harry Potter fan but he was a bit like a Dumbledore to me, our fearless leader with a twinkle in his eyes. I always used to wonder how he seemed to know everything, how he was always so calm and collected, how he could put everyone at ease even in the most stressful situations. I also marveled at his humility, his integrity, and his ability to see the good in everyone. He would tell us bits and pieces of your family life and marriage life, and his joy from just talking about you was so so evident in his smiles. i only got to see you guys together at random EY functions, but those are enough to glimpse into how in love you are with each other, and i remember wondering if liam and i will be as in love when we grow older together.

i hate cancer for taking such a beautiful person away from this world, but i especially hate cancer for taking Pat away from you, and from your family. it breaks my heart to hear the sorrow through your words. maybe God wanted him back in heaven earlier for His special purpose... i really don't know and i can't say that i like His plan in this matter. but i am comforted that you will see each other again, and there will be no more missing and no more crying. until then, i pray that God will give you strength and comfort to handle all the sad spells. there are a lot that i still don't know about Pat, but one thing i do know is that he loves you sooooooo much, and the separation in this life has absolutely no bearing on that.

January 15, 2011

Dear Jane, David and Susan,

We were all so very saddened to hear about Pat. We have so many happy memories of all of us together. Ted was just saying that it seemed like only yesterday that we ran into Pat in Toronto a couple of summers ago at the Abbott, (we were drinking beer, Pat was drinking white wine!)

Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this very sad time. We will keep in touch.

Love,
Brian, Theresa, Ted, Katie and Kelly Leeb

Nicola Tierney

January 15, 2011

Dear Jane, I am very sad and shocked to hear about Pat. I met him a couple of times in the early 80s in Cork & I always have such fond memories of you both. You were clearly a very happy couple and I hope this happiness helps you in the time ahead. My deepest sympathy to you and your children for your sad loss,

Jane Moriarty

November 11, 2010

When Gale Henderson sent me this poem, it sopke to her about Pat in a way we all know to be so true. I have to put it in this book to share and as a keepsake. I like to thank you all for you stories, they mean a great deal to David, Susan and I. I know some of you are having a hard time writing your story. This book will be open till next year, so don't worry you take your time and when your ready this book will be here for you to share your story about Pat.
We miss Pat terribly. I was so lucky to have Pat as my partner in life, our wonderful children, David and Susan, could not have had a kinder, gentler, loveing, wonderful Dad.

So..........

When I think about a man
who has a deep and quite soul,
Who works for what his family needs,
takes pleasure in his role.
When I think about a man
who has big challenges to face,
I think about his patience,
about his dignity and grace.
When I think about a man
who in his daily life reveals,
So much strengh and tenderness
and depth in what he feels.
When I think about a man
who always gives the best he can,
I think about my husband Pat,
Our father,
Our brother,
Our lifelong hero, a good man.

Thank you one and all. Love Jane

Ciaran Fenton

November 8, 2010

I knew Pat mostly before he left Ireland. He was my tutor college and a very good one too. I used to visit Jane and Pat alot in Cork and he was always so welcoming to me. I remember when Jane and Pat first met - perhaps in their first few weeks of dating - I saw them at a party together and they looked so happy. He was flashing that trademark smile. Most of all I remember that he seemed to be able to live very much in the present - a rare quality.

Deepest sympathy from Marian, Conor and Anna

Anna Fenton-Garvey

November 8, 2010

Let those who have passed away become children again
Let them play
Let them jump and run and skip in meadows far
And sail and swim to islands afar
No worry should they feel
But only the worry that your homework is late
Or your siblings have snitched on you and that's why your home late
Let him feel happy where ever he goes
That peace and love will always show apon his grave that we stand near
My uncle pat 
Man without fear 

Wriiten by
Anna Fenton-Garvey
Age 12
Pat's niece

November 3, 2010

Dear Jane, David and Susan,

Pat showed us what dignity looked like in life and in death.
He will be missed.

Iris and Robert McKibbin

Larry & Madeleine O'Dwyer

October 29, 2010

Dear Jane,David & Susan
Even though we have joined with you in your mourning in Fossa, Killarney we wanted to record the strong friendship between us commencing in the mid -seventies when Pat and I worked together in what was then the predecessor firm of Ernst & Young in Cork and while we both worked for Ernst & Young until now ,Pat in Canada and I in Ireland ,nevertheless our contact could only be intermittent. Ironically, as if pre-ordained, we shared a beautiful three days with you both in Whiterock just a few short months ago which leaves us with now very special and treasured memories which we will hold forever.Little did we know.

Pat was a true gentleman who brought to every aspect of his life(and ultimately to his all too premature death) a great dignity which should be a model for us all .We are all the better for having known him.

Keep in touch.

October 27, 2010

This poem was written for Jane and shared with close friends and family on her birthday, October 26th 2010.
We all arrived in our pajamas for a good old fashioned pajama party. Colorful socks were provided in a large
basket as we came through the door. Susan baked a beautiful cake and friends arrived with a delicious selection of appetizers, pizza and desserts. It wouldn't have been a party without the balloons lining the stairs, presents decorating the kitchen table, and one photo shoot after the other of gals in their socks. There were tears and laughter, gratitude and recognition for the blessings of truly great friendships and the love and support of girlfriends.
Thank you all for such a wonderful evening!

***Dearest Jane***

To celebrate you on your birthday this year
it's important to know why we've all come here.
As hard as it is to see you mourn
knowing your heart is tragically torn
we know as your friends it's all we can do
so we've put on our jammies to honor you.

We're all consumed by so much grief
but from Pat's book we'll take a leaf.
Respect, honor and integrity
his sparkling eyes have helped us see.
His sense of humor and smile so wide
has filled us all with so much pride.

To honor him, this is our goal.
By loving you, who he cherished so
It gives us pleasure on your special day
to surround you in the girlfriend way.
No matter what your struggles are
we'll come together from near and far.

Grab a tissue and hang on tight.
We're here to love you through the night.
There's nothing we wouldn't do for you
even with all your tears and goo.
So dearest Jane we're here to party
As that would be the wish of Pat Moriarty!

October 26, 2010

Dearest Jane,

We think of you every day as it is impossible to make sense of such a great loss. We are so deeply saddened by knowing the pain this causes you, your family and close friends, especially when we too are hurting having only had the opportunity to spend just a few wonderful occasions getting to know Pat. It was easy to relax around him, to be comfortable and to engage in conversation about anything and everything. And then there was laughter. Always laughter. And that smile. Everyone knows that infectious smile. And that was it. There was no where else you'd rather be and no one you'd rather spend time with. We feel really ripped off given we thought we'd have a chance at another casual get together, BBQ, Christmas or birthday party ...just a chance to share more time together until the next time. When you think there's always going to be another opportunity then time just flies by on the inbetweens, but now that we know we left it too long and we didn't get the chance to sit in our garden together, time goes by so slowly for something that came on so fast. We'll be here for you Jane.

Love Bill and Sarah

October 23, 2010

Blessed are those who mourn,
For they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
Dearest Jane, David and Susan.
Strong emotions and grief are a sure sign of Pat's great love.
Thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.
Sincerely, Lori Jorgenson and Doug Bedford (Winnipeg, MB)

October 23, 2010

Jane Susan and David,
Copied below are the words I shared at the reception. The feelings will be in our hearts for eternity. Much love from the Press gang.

"At a time in my life many years ago, when my wife couldn’t even get me to enter a synagogue, you could find me in a church for a Moriarty family event. Today, I willingly enter a synagogue, having resolved many personal issues, and although you find me in a church today for another Moriarty family event, it is with reticence that I come.

It’s not a coincidence, however, that Patrick Moriarty passed away when he did. According to Jewish tradition and mysticism, the period in which Patrick passed on is reserved for only the most righteous of us. Let me explain.

Two weeks ago the Jewish New Year began. This is a period where we start a series of prayers in atonement for our sins. Our objective is to be written into the Book of Life for the following year. For ten days we reflect on our lives. On the 10th day, the Day of Atonement, we pray that our names will then be sealed in the book, that God wouldn’t have any second thoughts.

A short few days after this most solemn moment, Jews celebrate the festival of Succoth – a joyous event that among other things marks the SPIRITUAL beginning of the year.

Patrick died virtually on the eve of this festival. The meaning of this is profound. From my Jewish perspective, he had not been written into the Book in the previous year. But Patrick squeezed every ounce of this gift we call life from the year that he had. There was no time wasted and he was given the fullest bounty of time this year had to offer him.

According to my interpretation, only the righteous earn this reward.

He came by this reward honestly. By the way he lived and the way he loved those closest to him.

The notion of “privilege” is defined as a special addvantage, immunity, permission, right, or benefit granted to or enjoyed by an individual or class.

For ten years my family had the privilege of him as a next door neighbour – and anybody who knows the Moriarty's knows that you don't have to live next door for them to make you feel like a privileged class – for the rest of our lives, though, we’ll have the privilege of his example as a righteous man. "

Maureen, Charlie, Cierra and Sadhbh Allen-Doorley

October 22, 2010

Dear Jane, Susan and David. I am sorry I have taken so long to send our deepest condolences to you all regarding the passing of Pat, who was a loving and tentative father. You are all in our thoughts and prayers

Evelyn Robbins

October 21, 2010

Jane, Susan & David
Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing Pat, and met you, Jane, only once, my heart goes out to you. You have suffered a major blow. In time the physical ache will recede; the longing probably never will. But the wonderful memories of a father, husband & friend will eventually help to make the days pass a little easier.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Evelyn (one of Kay B's Lunch Group)

October 19, 2010

LOVE those Christmas day shorts - only Pat could wear them with such STYLE!!! :-)))

October 17, 2010

Jane, Susan, and David

I can't imagine how difficult this time has been for all of you. Pat could not have been more kind or friendly whenever I was around him and it seemed he could get a laugh out of anyone with his great sense of humor. He will be so missed.

Love,
Brad F

October 15, 2010

Jane, Susan and David,

Our hearts go out to you. Pat was a wonderful, kind and giving person who will be remembered for his infectious smile and quick sense of humour. His welcoming style and quiet strength are qualities that we all admired. He will be forever in our hearts.

Mike Mannella and Irene Jacob

Sara Ramage

October 14, 2010

Dear Jane,

I cannot bear to begin to accept the loss of a loved one. Your partner, friend, Husband and Father. He truly was all of these. You both made me feel
very welcome on my visit over from the UK.The evening was full of fun and laughter, it truly was a memorable evening. The warmth of you both shone.
He was special, you could see that. I send you my love, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sara x

October 14, 2010

Dear Jane, David & Susan,

We have not met often but because of our mutual friendship with the Formans, Guy and I feel as if we know you well. We are deeply sorry about the loss of your wonderful Pat. Please know that we and many others care about your well being and pray for you. May your love of Pat ... and your faith in God help to soften your sorrow.

With Love & Respect,

Justine Black Zierten
Huntington Beach,California

October 13, 2010

Dear Jane, David and Susan,

This is such a sad time and we think of you daily.
Pat was a special man, a kind and gentle man who was an inspiration to us all. We will miss Pat's wonderful smile, his killer sense of humour and that sparkle in his eye.
We'll especially miss his Christmas caroling, knowing how much he loved it and we will try to take comfort in knowing that he is with us in spirit.

With Much Love,

Keith, Renee, Kolby & Kramer Solinsky

Johanna Rackham

October 7, 2010

Dear Jane, David, & Susan:

Words cannot describe how sorry I am for your loss. Pat was an absolutely wonderful person and I will miss him deeply.

Pat played such a large role in my childhood, and I'll be forever thankful for all the joy he provided. I will remember him by his amazing sense of humour, his incredible kindness, and his avuncular charm, but most of all by the way you all loved and appreciated each other so much.

I wish you all strength and peace in this difficult time.

Love,
Johanna

Peter Blaiklock

October 6, 2010

Dear Jane,
I have fond memories of Pat at E&Y.
He was the perfect gentleman. He was thoughtful, both in his consideration of others and being contemplative. Pat was respected and admired by so many.
Peter

Mary, Alex, Adrian & Austin Lui

October 5, 2010

Dear Jane, David and Susan,

Words could not express our heartfelt sympathies for your loss and we are deeply sorry that we could not be there to attend our wonderful friend’s funeral. May you draw strength and hope from friends and families around you.

May it comfort you to know that death cannot diminish the important ways Pat touched our lives.
Pat was a gentleman, a great husband and a wonderful dad, an inspiration to many of his friends. His spirit will always live on. Fond memories remain forever.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all throughout this extremely difficult time.

Fondly With Love,

Jacqueline Sephton (Grant)

October 5, 2010

Hayley & I attended Pat's funeral & the reception afterwards. Everyone & everything said & done there made me wish that we had known Pat better.
Thank you for that.

Sheri Rackham

October 5, 2010

Dear Jane, David and Susan,

I have been thinking of you, knowing that you are receiving tremendous support from all your friends and both families and hoping so much that you are OK and managing in spite of the sad circumstances for your return home to Ireland. I'm still shaking my head in disbelief that Pat is gone from you but I think the brave and loving manner in which all of you helped him through his journey, from diagnosis to his death, is a great testament to each of you. If all of us could be assured of such care, we would consider ourselves to be truly blessed.
On your return to Canada, your wonderful friends in White Rock and its surroundings will be there to help you through and those of us who cannot be with you will praying for you to find acceptance and peace which Pat would surely have wanted for you.
With all my love, Sheri

October 3, 2010

John and myself were so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. We have fond memories of you all and the time you spent here in Toronto. May he rest in peace. John, Kathleen Morley and family.

Fenton family

October 2, 2010

Dear Jane, David & Susan,

Thinking of you all today in Ireland in memory of wonderful Pat. All our love.

Brendan, Carol, Ed & Georgie

Paul Rackham

October 1, 2010

Pat will always be considered a second father figure to me, in the first15 years i spent on Glengarry. I will always remember his fits of hysterical laughter and that goofy smile he wore.

I am always grateful that I got to see him in September 2008 for one night.

Love,
Paul Rackham

Paul Rackham

October 1, 2010

Pat was always a second father figure me through my first fifteen years in Toronto. I will always remember him for the hysterical fit if laughter he produced or that goofy smile he sometimes wore.

Im always grateful that I got to see him in September 2008 for one night, when he and Jane came into Toronto.

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