Patricia McQuillan, of Courtenay, BC, at 86 years of age, passed away peacefully Friday, March 28, 2014 at The Views Residential Care, St. Joseph鈥檚 General Hospital. She was born Oct. 1, 1927 in Vancouver, B.C. to Herbert 鈥淒ick鈥� and Agnus Smith, both predeceased.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Darrell Henry McQuillan; one son: Michael and wife Shirley of Port Coquitlam, B.C.; three daughters: Sheila Duncan and husband Ken of Nanaimo, B.C., Susan Switzer and husband James of Comox, B.C.; Linda Smith and husband Rob of Surrey, B.C.; 14 grandchildren: Steven, Crystal, Colleen, Chris, Jessica, Teresa, Sarah, Bryan, Patrick, David, Daniel, Alisha, Michelle and Ryan and 11 great-grandchildren.
Patricia鈥檚 brothers, Michael of West Vancouver, Paul of Roberts Creek, Mark of Victoria survive her while brother Peter is predeceased.
Patricia was an avid gardener, student of history, amazing cook, much loved partner, friend and family matriarch and a woman quick to smile and laugh.
A special thanks to Dr. Potter-Cogan and the staff at Eagle View.
A private celebration of life will be held in Courtenay on April 19 at the Filberg Centre Courtenay from 1 to 4. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph鈥檚 General Hospital Foundation, 2137 Comox Ave., Comox, B.C., V9M1P2.
Friends and family are encouraged to celebrate Patricia鈥檚 legacy by contributing photos, stories and messages to www.Patricia.McQuillan.muchloved.com.