Hool: Patricia “Pat” Ruby,
Peacefully with family by her side at Southlake Regional Health Centre Newmarket, on Sunday August 16, 2020. Pat Hool (nee: Haley) in her 91styear, beloved wife of the late Bill Hool.
Pat was born in Montreal, Quebec to Phyllis Haley (nee Rhodes) and Percy Haley. A dedicated volunteer, Pat worked at the Gift Shops of the South Simcoe County Railway and Stevenson Memorial Hospital. Pat also served as President of the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary raising funds for capital equipment, and helping to create a supportive welcome for visitors to the hospital. Pat and Bill drove patients to hospitals for cancer treatment for over 20 years. A love of people led to many friendships beyond her great love for her family. Loving mother of Donna (Tod) DeCourcy, Debra (Walter) Sawka, Peter (Wendy) Baxter, Scott (Dawn) Baxter, and Bill’s children John (Dee) Hool, Lynn (Jim) Luddington, and Margaret (Eric) Johnson. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Kyla (Ryan), Peter (Eliza), Kevin (Leanne), Mark (Dana), Haley, Shane, Jessica, Karlee (Curtis), Krista and her great grandchildren Asher, Willa, and Rowyn, and Bill’s grandchildren Amanda, Heather (Kevin), Sheri (Richard), Patrick, Eric, Courtney, and his great granddaughter Samantha. Forever in the hearts of her extended family and friends.
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Gathering will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Tuesday September 1st, 2020. Following Pandemic protocols for Funeral Homes, all visitors must wear a face mask, and should only attend if they do not have a fever or cough. Visitation times will be set by Reserved Groups of up to 30 attendees per session. Visitation session times are: 2-2:30pm, 2:45-3:15pm, 3:30-4 pm, 4:15-4:45pm, (with 15 minutes intervals of cleaning/sanitization). All Attendees Must Register by clicking on this link, to reserve a visitation time during one of those set periods. A family invitational service will be held on Wednesday September 2nd, 2020. Followed by interment in St. John’s Cemetery, 6th Line, New Tecumseth.
Donations to Stevenson Memorial Hospital or Church of the Evangelist (99 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario L0G1W0) or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Sue Galvin says
I lived 2 doors down from Pat in Tottenham, I was newly emigrated from Wales and suffered from homesickness. Pat took me under her wing and showed me nothing but kindness. She was the first to invite us to dinner at her home and introduce us to our neighbours. I will remember her and Bill with such affection, Rest In Peace,you have earned your rest.xx
Madelyn & Hal Rutledge says
So sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. She was always such a pleasant person to chat with. Pat was a tremendous example of a “life well lived”. May she Rest In Peace.
Harry Hakim says
Our deepest and heart felt condolences to you and your family Peter. Your mother leaves a tremendous legacy of community giving and support.
Kathryn Mooij says
Pat’smile and laugh are indelibly etched on my life. I first met her at Stevenson Memorial when I was suddenly asked to take over the volunteer coordinator position. We shared a Caribbean connection and she would often laugh about my accent and tell me her stories of Montreal.
Pat quickly rose to be president ofthe Auxiliary at SMH and we had many conversations and planning sessions in my office, during events and at parades. She delighted in being a volunteer and she and Bill drove for the Cancer Society as well. She loved bowling and ensured her schedule was cleared for that. She was so proud of her family and kept me abreast of who had come from out east and what grandchildren were doing. In the last few months, we spoke over the phone every couple of weeks and the last time she asked after my three year old grandson who chatted with her last year about birds. She laughed as she remembered him. Her laughter will ring in my heart.
Thanks Pat for the fond memories. Be with Bill now in everlasting peace and joy and may your family be comforted with wonderful memories of you.
Kate
Margaret Kennelly says
So sorry to hear about Pat’s passing.She was a wonderful Lady.Happy,full of life, and give so much of her time helping others.I will miss our chats and always a laugh at Beeton Foodland.Thinking of you all at this sad time.May Pat’s Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Donna Cuthbert nee Perry says
We lived next door to The Baxter family for years. our thoughts are with you at this time. We have many happy memories of your mom. White Crescent will never be like when we all lived there!!! Fondly, Donna & Stephen Perry xoxo
Christine Emmett says
I was only a very young child when I first met Pat in Montreal in the 50’s. My parents were Pat’s neighbours and Donna and I became fast friends,a friendship that has spanned all these years. Pat babysat me as a child while my parents both worked full time and how well I remember Pat’s TLC and many kindnesses to me as a child. In later years, I rejoiced with Pat at Donna and Tod’s wedding and that of Kyla and Ryan as well. Pat will be forever in my heart and in the cherished memories I hold of my childhood. I like to think of the two old friends, Pat and my mother, Annie Cameron, up to mischief again, “somewhere over the rainbow”. You were one of a kind, dear Pat, gone now but never ever to be forgotten. My husband Roger joins me in extending our very deepest sympathy to all Pat’s beautiful family. They are her lasting legacy.
Pat boland says
So sorry to hear that, I fondly remember Bill and Pat as living their lives to the fullest and not letting the grass grow under their feet, volunteering where ever was needed, Pat will be missed.
Mary Tucker (Haley) says
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. I know Pat is smiling down on everyone and will forever be in our hearts.
Natalie Copp says
Debbie and all your family- I am so sorry to hear that Pat passed away she was such a sweet lady and always smiling,we had lots of chats and laughs, She will be missed. My condolences to all Pats family and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bob & Pat Jackson says
Pat was a lovely person. She worked tirelessly for the.things she believed in. Our condolences to her family. Rest In Peace Pat.
Richard & Peggy Ann Field says
Pat has been a great friend for the past 30 years , she will be greatly missed , our condolences to all her family.
Pauline Apperly says
Pat was a fun lady, gracious hostess and good friend. She will be missed by many people.