PATRICK DONALD BURLAND

Condolences & Memories (24 entries)

• Sheila, I am Rachel Burland Johnson. After Bill passed, you gave my email to Pat Burland Sundmark. I have since been so grateful that you did. I went to Canada last year and saw Pat and Mait at their home. Their friendship means quite a bit to me. I cannot tell you how sorry I am that you lost your son, Patrick. My daughter DeAnna, had heart failure and nearly died. But we had the great fortune that she bounced back. But I know the heartsick feeling of being so helpless when your child is ill. Remember, Sheila, I may not have met you, but I keep you in my heart at all times. Without you I may never have met Pat and Mait. I hold you and your family in my heart now. My sorrow for your loss, cannot equal yours or your family, but as a Mother and Grandmother, I hurt for you. Take care of yourselves. Time may not heal all wounds, but the pain will lessen. Just remember, you have a cousin in Minnesota who thinks of you and your family all the time. I am sending my thoughts yours way. My Regards. Your cousin, Rachel Burland Johnson - Posted by: Bachel (Burland) Johnson (Cousin) on: Apr 09, 2017

• For his wife Elaine and Pat's entire family, for his many friends from all his life circles, I offer my sincere condolences. I knew Pat first as a department supervisor at KT Industries, and appreciated his mentoring and guidance at work. I came to know Pat as a wonderful fellow, with an ever-present smile. Genuinely one of the best people to have crossed your life path. A few years down the road, Pat recognized me at the first of many hockey games we played on opposing teams in the WCHL. Always glad to shake his hand in the post-game line, and I will miss him. - Posted by: Aaron Blackburn (Friend, former co-worker & hockey opponent.) on: Mar 15, 2017

• Sheila and Siobhan, it is with shock and deep sadness that we heard of your loss. While there are no words to ease the pain, know that you are loved by so many and we are sending prayers to you and your family. - Posted by: Beth and Kathy Asseiro (Winnipeg Pops family) on: Mar 04, 2017

• On behalf of John and myself, Winnipeg Central Hockey league wishes to pass on our condolences to family as well as his hockey family. Our league has lost a great guy!!! Rod - Posted by: Rod Brockie (Friend) on: Mar 04, 2017

• Pat was one of those guys who was always smiling and fun to be around. Whether it was playing hockey against him, working with him or just getting together to play poker. We are so sad to hear about his passing. Our condolences to Elaine and their families. - Posted by: Ken and JoAnn Miscavish (friends) on: Mar 04, 2017

• My first nephew... my godchild... my dear, sweet Patrick... It is so hard to say goodbye. Along with Elaine, your mother and all the family, I am heartbroken... but what a wonderful blessing you have been to us all throughout your life... In so many different ways. My heart is there with you on this day as your life is being celebrated and I send my love and deepest condolences to Elaine, Sheila, Doug, Siobhan, Shannon, David and all the family. You will be forever in my heart, Auntie Rosie - Posted by: Rosemary Quaye (Aunt) on: Mar 04, 2017

• I was deeply saddened to learn of Pat's passing earlier this week. Like Rod Stelmack, I had the pleasure of spending a few hours during the summers of our youth playing golf, hanging out on the beach visiting and having the odd beer together at Victoria Beach. There were never issues "playing golf with a girl". He was a great guy and it was clear to me at the time what a special person he was. It is heartwarming to know the positive impact he has had on so many people these past 30 years. How life got better just by spending time with him. And then to find out he was a Bruins fan! Does it get any better? Every time I pedal my bike along Birch Avenue, I would take a peak up the driveway to see if perhaps Pat or Doug were walking out of the yard so I could say hello. This summer, I will be sure to turn coast into the yard to say hello, offer my condolences and give whoever is home a hug. I will pray for your comfort as you grieve and be thinking of all of you during this time of your loss. Karen Purdy - Posted by: Karen Purdy (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2017

• Elaine & Family, Words cannot express our heartache and sadness for your loss. Pat was one of those people who made the world a better place. We will always cherish our memories of you Rainman. - Posted by: Rob & Liz Amborsky (Friends) on: Mar 03, 2017

• Nothing we can say or write will console a mother, brother or sister that experiences a loss such as this one... Denise joins me in offering our most sincere condolences on your loss!... If U need to talk or need a gentle hug, keep us in mind... - Posted by: Joseph Marc Bruyere (Fellow Holy Family Church Choir member) on: Mar 03, 2017

• My deepest condolences. I played hockey with Pat for many years with the Burgers. He was truly a genuinely great guy - he will be missed. - Posted by: Carey Gregorashuk (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2017

• My heart goes out to all of you! I just had the opportunity to reconnect with Pat and meet his lovely wife at the school reunion in the summer. We had such a good visit, catching up on all of you. I cannot believe how quickly life can change! You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Rob and David James (Friends from Arcola) on: Mar 03, 2017

• I wish to express my deepest condolences to Elaine and all of Pat's family and friends. I've known Pat & Elaine for over 15 years and have curled with Pat in the MCA 'spiel for 10+ years. Like his hockey teammates have mentioned, Pat was always positive on the curling ice. After many shots which were truly not very good, Pat would always say "That's ok, we can use that". I'll always recall a conversation a few us were having after our last game in the bonspiel just a few weeks ago. It was about living your life according to the 4 - R's : be Respectful , be Responsible , be Resourceful and always do the Right thing. Pat certainly lived his live accordingly. He will be sadly missed but all memories will be fond ones. - Posted by: Leonard (friend) on: Mar 03, 2017

• Ah my big loveable cousin. I will miss you forever. I'll carry the torch from here on. All my love to Elaine, Auntie Sheila, Doug, Siobhan and Chris, Shannon and Brock, and David. Pat when we were little,I always felt as though you were more little brother than cousin. - Posted by: ErinThomas (Cousin) on: Mar 03, 2017

• One of the last meaningful conversations Don and I had with Pat & Elaine was about life and marriage. We all marveled at the beauty and ease of spending your life with a partner who exceeds all your needs and makes life wonderful. Elaine, it was so clear that you were each other's true love. Your marriage was an inspiration to us all and It was a true joy to witness over 25 plus years. Monique & Don - Posted by: Monique Levesque-Pharoah (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017

• There are no words to express the shock and sadness of hearing about Pat's passing. I will always cherish the wonderful visit I had with Pat at last summer's school reunion. My sincere sympathy to the Burland family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Sandra Wright () on: Mar 02, 2017

• When my brother called me to tell me of Pat's passing yesterday afternoon I can't express how shocked and saddened I was. I want to express my heartfelt condolences to Elaine, Sheila, Doug, Siobhan, Shannon, and David. The memories I have of spending my summers up at Victoria Beach include many, many road trips with both Pat and Doug as we hunted for golf courses to play around Manitoba. And even though I moved away from Winnipeg over 25 years ago, Pat and I remained good friends and tried to get together whenever one of us was in the others area. I know Pat was planning to visit the Toronto area this spring and I was clearing my calendar so I could spend some time with him. Pat was one of the most giving, friendly and fun people I have known. Every single memory I have of Pat is a happy one. I will miss you greatly Pat. Rod - Posted by: Rod Stelmack (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017

• Oh, so many memories of high school and graduation with Pat, so happy that we had the chance to visit at our high school reunion. Pat was always there for anyone and could always make you smile. Sending big hugs to everyone. - Posted by: Leanne Van Dresar (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017

• Never knew Pat, except for shaking hands at the end of WCHL hockey games this season. Played against him in his last game on Monday at Dutton Arena. Our team is in shock and are saddened for Pat and his families terrible loss. Most of our players waited until our comrade had been taken away and some were in tears. Rest in peace. John Lissenberg-Pioneers hockey team - Posted by: John Lissenberg (hockey competitor) on: Mar 02, 2017

• Sending my sympathies to Elaine, Sheila, Doug, Siobhan, Shannon, David and families. I will never forget Pat and his White Herbie Volkswagen. That thing didn't have heat, so everyone had to bundle up in the Winter to stay warm. He had a great smile and laugh. Pat and Mr B., will be having a debate over something or another now. - Posted by: Lori (Singleton) Wyatt () on: Mar 02, 2017

• Pat Burland, missing you so much already. Memories of great times will be kept close to the heart. Sorry you are gone so soon my friend. Love ya buddy - Posted by: Glenn (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017

• On Tuesday Ed got a phone call from Elaine we were not prepared for. One of the core group of engineers was gone. No warning, no chance for goodbyes. Just gone. Neither of us knows how to process this. Not a hot clue. How do you say goodbye to someone that was part of your lives for 31 years, and was only 48 years old? How do you say goodbye to a man, that you had plans with two weeks from now? A man that you promised in January that you’d get together with each month with, because life just couldn’t that “busy” when it came to each other. Even farther from that how do you help his wife and family say goodbye? Mrs Burland- Pat's love for you was never ending we just had to ask him how's your Mom doing to see it. We still have no words for your devastating loss. The Burland siblings & families we have told Elaine through the years that she won the in-law jackpot when she married into this family. You are all very special to us, and will continue to be. Elaine- we've told you this over the last few days that we will be there for you. That’s our promise to you and Pat just as we know if the roles were ever reversed he would have been for either of us. Pat- you have touched our lives, and our sons life forever to the good. You will be missed greatly by Ed, Bailey and I and so many of the group. Rest easy that your shenanigan stories with Ed will go on even if we have to clean them up based on the audience. We are not even sure how to type these words but rest in peace our dear friend. - Posted by: Liane Ross-Martin (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017

• Can't remember a time when I didn't see Pat with a smile on his face on or off the ice. I look back fondly on the days I was able to play the game with him. To all the Burgers/Saints past or present that knew Pat we not only mourn the player but we mourn the person. It is a shame we lost you so soon. Pat you were won of a kind and I feel fortunate that I was able to get to know you. To the Burland family my heart goes out to you. Words can do justice to describe how much Pat will be missed. - Posted by: Jeff Ducharme (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017

• I'll miss our conversations about music, hockey (still can't reconcile that such a good guy was a Bruins fan) and everything in between and being around someone who was never negative, always seeing the positive in everything. Pat was simply one of the best people I've ever known and our team will never be the same without him. To Elaine, Doug and all the Burland family, my sincere condolences - it's such a tragedy to lose such a special soul so unexpectedly at such a young age. You will be missed by many my friend... - Posted by: Marc Pittet (Teammate and Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017

• Gordie and I were extremely saddened to hear of your loss of Pat. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you Elaine and your families. Pat was the friendliest guy on his hockey team. We have fond memories of the games played in Winnipeg and the trips down to Fargo. He will be missed. Gordie & Karen Clark - Posted by: Gordie and Karen Clark (Friends) on: Mar 02, 2017