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PATRICIA JOAN PENWARDEN
Born: Mar 07, 1936
Date of Passing: Dec 04, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryPATRICIA JOAN PENWARDEN (DICKENSON) March 7, 1936 - December 4, 2015 On December 4, 2015 after a lengthy battle with cancer Patricia Penwarden passed away at home surrounded by family. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Robert Penwarden; sons Ross (Terri) Scott (Lena); daughter Robyn; grandchildren, Brittany, Reginald, Shaun-Ross, Nicole, Owen, Tamara, Morgan, Zoey, Taylor, Jordan, Jaden, Karsen; great-grandchildren, Rachel and Reginald; sister Clarice (Brian). Predeceased by parents Bertrand and Jessie Dickenson; sister Elizabeth Corby; brother Howard Dickenson. Patricia was born and raised in Selkirk Manitoba were she met and married Robert in 1955, after several moves they settled in Churchill Manitoba in 1962 were they adopted and raised their three children. In 1978 they built a Hotel and Restaurant (Tundra Inn) which they owned and operated for over 30 years. Patricia has been a member of the Eastern Star since 1971 becoming Worthy Matron in 1976, Selected Grand Organist 2010-2011, dedicated member of the Manitoba Grand Chapter Choir and currently Grand Representative of Texas in Manitoba. She was also a dedicated member of the St. Paul's Anglican Mission. Patricia was the local Magistrate in Churchill Manitoba from 1982 retiring in 1989. Member of the MMF Churchill local and avid campaigner for the Canadian Cancer Society receiving her 25 year pin in 2012. She was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. A special thank you to Kristen Jorgenson for all the love and care given to our mother and to the Doctors, nurses and staff at the Churchill Regional Health Center for their kindness and support making our mothers wish to be at home with family in her final week possible. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Gilbart Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Funeral service is to follow in Churchill Manitoba at St. Paul's Anglican Church in the New Year.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 12, 2015
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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My Grandma was a woman I looked up to for sure. Smart, talented, kind, and a ever loving heart. We miss her very much, but it’s comforting to know she lived an amazing life. Rest In Peace Grandma I love you. - Posted by: morgan penwarden (morgan penwarden (granddaughter)) on: Apr 04, 2022
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My condolences to Bob and all the family, I was fortunate to meet Pat when I came over from the UK twice to Churchill to photograph the aurora and stay at the Tundra Inn, both Pat and Bob always made me welcome nothing was too much trouble always friendly and helpful. I still have many fond memories of those trips to the Tundra Inn and Churchill. My heartfelt sympathy to you all. - Posted by: Chris Madeley (Friend) on: Mar 08, 2016
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"it is the things you don't do in life that you regret..." this is so true...., I found out today about Pat's passing.... I had been planning a trip to Churchill in October last year in October for my birthday, it didn't pan out for a couple of reasons, but if I had visited as planned I could have visited with Pat... my condolences to you Bob and the family. Love Maura - Posted by: Maura Leahy (Friend) on: Feb 22, 2016
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Auntie Pat and Uncle Robert always seemed to be on the go and Churchill was always a long way away. Auntie Pat always had amazing energy. She never let anything in life get in her way or more importantly get her down. A year ago I had the great honour of spending a few days with her and Uncle Robert in Vancouver at her sister's place. We had great fun and laughed many times about silly things. I will remember her and that time together always. My heart remains her home and my sincere thoughts go to her amazing family. - Posted by: Penny Dickenson (My dad was Patricia's brother.....I was her neice) on: Dec 23, 2015
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Pat's ever smiling face will be truly missed in and around Churchill. My deepest condolences to Bob and all the family. Pat was truly a wonderful lady. - Posted by: Ken McGibbon (Long-time aquaintance, and friend.) on: Dec 17, 2015
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Robert Both Jen and I are very saddened on hearing from mom that Pat had passed away. Our very deep condolences to you Peter and Jen - Posted by: Peter Hobson (Nephew) on: Dec 14, 2015
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Extending deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Bob and the Penwarden family on Pat's passing. Pat was a valued long term volunteer for the Canadian Cancer Society. I had the pleasure of traveling to Churchill in 2006! for years I would say 'one day I'd like to visit' on one occasion Pat said 'oh you say that all the time' 'okay how do I get there'? 'Well you drive to Thompson and park your car in McCready's campground!' Well we did exactly as instructed and had a wonderful and memorable time! Although we didn't chat often over the last few years I will miss our chats! Pat so fiercely dedicated to the community - she has left a lasting legacy and will be missed! RIP dear friend! Lynda and Cancer Society friends - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (staff at the Canadian Cancer Society) on: Dec 14, 2015
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Met Bob, Pete and Ross at The Grey Cup and became part of the Great Western Grey Cup Club. One year the Grey Cup was in Winnipeg and decided with brother John and Dorothy to vacation in Churchill. There we met Bob's wonderful wife Pat. To our enjoyment Pat starting coming to Grey Cup and enhanced the group. we will miss Pat very much. Condolences to the Penwarden family. - Posted by: Alf & Stephanie Christensen (Grey Cup ) on: Dec 12, 2015
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My condolenses to the entire family. I will have many fond memories of my "sister" Pat and our times together singing in the Grand Choir. Her smile and cheerful disposition will be remain in my heart forever. - Posted by: Andrea Stewart (Eastern Star Sister) on: Dec 12, 2015
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So shocked and sorry to read this Bob (& family), we had no idea she was not well. I greatly admired Pat, she was a great lady, always enjoyed each meeting when I stayed at the Tundra, and our few phone chats. My deepest condolences to you Bob. - Posted by: Bob Taylor (friend) on: Dec 12, 2015