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PATRICK DANIEL MARK GAVIN
Born: Mar 13, 1984
Date of Passing: Apr 20, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryPATRICK DANIEL MARK GAVIN Patrick Gavin of Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away unexpectedly on April 20, 2018. He was born on March 13, 1984 in Winnipeg to Kevin Gavin and Lindsay Allen (nee Seaman). Left to celebrate his life are his son Joseph Gavin, father Kevin Gavin, mother Lindsay Allen (stepfather Gerald Allen); stepmothers, Angele Gavin and Annaliza Gavin; brothers, Andrew and Mark; sisters, Brianna and Alyssa. He had MANY (too numerous to mention) aunts and uncles. Patrick was predeceased by his grandparents, Ed and Gerry Gavin, Arlene Fletcher and uncle Mark Gavin. Patrick was a true Winnipegger, born, raised and educated in the city. He attended Churchill High School and graduated from there. His goal was to teach vocational courses to grades seven and eight because he believed successful lives were shaped during these grades. To this end, he graduated from the University of Winnipeg with a Bachelor of Education and an Industrial Arts Teacher Education Degree. Patrick demonstrated an entrepreneurial penchant from an early age. While in elementary school he delivered flyers and the Winnipeg Sun at 6:00 a.m. every day. After high school, he and a friend started a teen dance club to provide a venue for high school students to enjoy a taste of the Winnipeg night life. When a full time teaching position did not avail itself, he started a home repair business, which he ran until his death. Patrick could turn his hand at anything. He was skilled in all trades, whether plumbing, electrical, drywalling, roofing a house, or fixing his vehicle. Pat enjoyed hockey and soccer and was a skilled player at both. Always enthusiastic and hardworking on and off the ice/field and a great team player. Patrick had an easy smile, perpetual energy and exuberance. He was a social person with many friends, none better than Devon and his Love Toni. His relationship with his Nana Gavin and Gramma Fletcher was always strong, from the time he was a toddler. He was always there for them and loved them dearly. Patrick was a good son and brother, a loving father, a loyal friend and a kind person. He will be sadly missed by all. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, April 30 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Vital Catholic Church, 1629 Pembina Hwy. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Patrick may be made to the Salvation Army. E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 26, 2018
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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I do sincerely miss Patrick. I was blessed to have known him. He was fun to be around and yet when it came to serious matters, like family, he was certainly proud and I especially enjoyed seeing his calm parenting skills in interacting with Joe. He took his responsibilities to heart. I also saw that with his position of leadership in our Knights of Columbus Council. To his father, Kevin, may you rest assured that you had raised a son who fulfilled his responsibilities to the very best of hi abilities. You should be proud, very proud! - Posted by: Ulysse Poirier (Friend) on: Jul 16, 2018
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You are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss. I only met Patrick a couple of times. He was a very friendly young man. My favourite memories of him are skating at the Forks and he literally skating circles around me. And when I first met him being treated like he knew me his whole life. Very courteous and friendly. The world lost an awesome person. - Posted by: Margie (Friend of family) on: Jul 14, 2018
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I am so sorry for your loss Kevin, no parent should have to deal with this kind of loss. Patrick is in a better place now with his grandparents. All our love: the Brawn family. - Posted by: Amy Brawn (Friend) on: May 31, 2018
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No matter what the time, Pat has always been there for me. He had me memorize his phone number so I would always have someone to call in emergencies. Whether it was just to listen, give some stern big brother advice or simply put a smile on your face- he was there. He knew what I needed before I even did and got it done without hesitation. I've always looked up to him- he got to do everything first and even shared some firsts with me. First rock concert seeing Harlequin. I was the youngest one there and he couldn't of been more proud to take his little sis out. He had such a way with people we even got to meet the band. My first road trips were with him bringing me back to Winnipeg, in the back of his precious ford escort all sorts of classic rock being blasted from bands I had never heard of or knew that I loved. And the first and only time I've ever been stranded at a gas station. He didn't know I had gotten out of the back until he was at Grammas to drop me off. Lets just say no one found out about that one 'til many years later. We have always had a long distance relationship but that has never once affected our bond. We were sidekicks at our special occasions, always up for a little trouble and of course lots of fun. I will always love you and the precious memories we made. - Posted by: Alyssa (Sister) on: Apr 29, 2018
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Patrick was kind and he would always acknowledge you and he always greeted you with his smile, and then would quickly say something that would make you smile (even though it was probably something you wouldn’t want to repeat). Even to this day, thinking of some of his one liners still makes me laugh. He said it like it was. I will miss bumping into him. He was true of heart. - Posted by: Kelly (Friend from school) on: Apr 28, 2018
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My deep felt sympathy to all the family. I’m so thankful I met Patrick and Joey for dinner, as Joey’s great grandma’s wish was. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ Is with all of you. Gina - Posted by: Gina (Friend) on: Apr 27, 2018
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On Friday I lost my best and longest standing friend. He was one of the most loyal and hard working people I've ever met, and was truly a great man. He would always do anything he could to make someone laugh or put a smile on their face to brighten their day, cracking an inside joke that's been running for over 20 years now, or simply making you pull his finger (tip - don't!). He was reliable and wouldn't ever think twice about helping a friend in need, whether it was borrowing a tool, fixing a roof or a car, towing you out of the ditch in rural MB at 2am on a school night without questioning why you were there, or taking the blame for a prank gone wrong. This world isn't as good a place without him in it, but his legacy will always live on in his son Joe, whom he was instilling his morals and work ethic. Patrick, you will definitely be missed every single day. - Posted by: Dave White (Friend) on: Apr 26, 2018