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PATRICIA ADELE (MAGNACCA) COLEMAN
Born: Apr 19, 1930
Date of Passing: Jul 08, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryPATRICIA ADELE (MAGNACCA) COLEMAN
With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our mom, grandmother ("Noni") and great-grandmother, Pat Coleman, after a month at her beloved cottage at Clear Lake where she was surrounded by family and friends. Pat is reunited with her loving husband of 51 years, Bill, who has been waiting for her for 22 years.
Left to mourn and remember her lovingly are her sons, Greg Coleman (Lali) and Jeff Coleman (Penny); daughter Barbara Campbell (Bruce); grandchildren, Jordan (Katie), Janelle (Ben), Travis (Bree), their mother Elaine Coleman, and Emma; Jason (Allyson), Scott (Jacquelin), their mother Brenda Voort, Adam Burns (Jenn); Jenna Campbell, Ainslie Campbell-Schwartz (Adam), and Allison Campbell (Cain); as well as 11 great-grandchildren: Theo, Oscar, Penelope, Sloan, and Collins; Olen, Nova, Jaxx, Charlee, and Logan; Esme; and more on the way; beloved brother Allan Magnacca and sister-in-law Margaret Coleman, and many cousins, nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, all of whom had a special relationship with "Auntie Pat." She also had many close friends who will sorely miss her engaging and optimistic personality.
Pat was born in Winnipeg to Steve and Grace Magnacca. The family moved to Brandon in 1942 where Pat started Grade 7 at Earl Oxford, where she met friend, neighbour, and classmate Bill Coleman who was to be the love of her life. Pat graduated high school from Brandon College (BU), then graduated in 1951 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, also from BU. Pat was Lady Stick in her graduating year, along with lifelong friend Angus Juckes as Senior Stick. Pat and Angus are the last two of their close group of friends from the Class of '51 who have always stayed in touch. After graduating, Pat worked in the Family and Juvenile Court in Winnipeg as a Family Counsellor.
Pat and Bill were married in 1952 in Brandon, moved to Sudbury and Thunder Bay before moving back to Winnipeg in 1964 to be closer to family. Together Pat and Bill formed Patill Insurance Agencies in 1968, which they owned and operated as ideally-suited business partners for over 30 years, including over 20 years working side by side with their son Jeff. After Bill's death in 2003, Pat remained involved in the business until 2008.
While Pat's number one priority was always her husband and partner, Bill, the three children, 10 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren, she spent as much time as possible at the cottage at Clear Lake where the family gathered with her every summer.
Pat was a dedicated volunteer at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet Things Shop with the "Monday Team" and on the St. Andrews Finance Committee, both for many years. Pat was a devoted alumni of BU and actively involved in the BU Foundation, for which she was awarded the BU Honorary Trustee Apex Award in 2003 to recognize her meritorious service and outstanding leadership of the BU Foundation Trustees. Pat loved to participate in the St. Charles golf and social activities for 53 years, including her last game in May at age 95. Pat and Bill, and later, Pat on her own, travelled extensively with and to visit family. Her special passion was the weekly bridge game, or more if she could arrange it. Pat was a keen competitor in all games, especially cribbage with her family. In all of Pat's work and activities she forged deep and long-lasting friendships. Pat will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
We would like to thank Dr. Alvin Schroeder for his professional, attentive, and loving care of Pat for 40 years until her last day.
A memorial service will be held at St. Andrews Anglican Church, 2700 Portage Ave., Tuesday, July 15 at 2:00 p.m. with reception to follow in the parish hall. Flowers gratefully declined.
Donations accepted with our thanks to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet Things Shop, Grace Hospital Foundation, or St. Andrews Memorial Garden Fund.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press, Brandon Sun on Jul 12, 2025
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Our deepest sympathies to the entire Coleman Family. We knew Pat and Bill who were neighbors and friends of our parents, Bob & Phyllis Skinner, on Harcourt Street. Dad was a retired bank manager who assisted Pat with accounting functions when needed in their busy home insurance office. Pat and Bill were guests at our wedding in May, 1978. As the years passed we came to know them better as clients and friends. Pat gave me good advice in my business endeavors as she knew well how to manage a business and provide great customer service for repeat business. Her encouraging advice stayed with me over the years and kept me successful. Garth and I will always remember Pat as a lady with class, wisdom, integrity and kindness, and I know that her spirit is smiling down at all of us who knew and loved her. Sincerely, Doreen & Garth Skinner - Posted by: Doreen & Garth Skinner (Friends) on: Jul 18, 2025
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Jeff, Penny and family I am very saddened to hear of your mother's passing today. She was a lovely person! I only met her a few months ago as she lived in my building at Park West. I have known Jeff and Penny for many years .. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Cathie Rempel (Friend) on: Jul 15, 2025
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Auntie Pat was a truly great and remarkable lady. So blessed that I got to spend time with her at her beloved Clear Lake just before her passing. She will be missed but forever loved. She and Dorothy (mom) can now continue their tea parties! Barb Philp (on behalf of the Morrison clan) - Posted by: Barb Philp (Friend /“niece”) on: Jul 15, 2025
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We at Things are very saddened to hear that Pat has passed away, and we offer our sincerest condolences to her family and friends. Following is the message that we have sent to Pat's friends and colleagues at Things, where she will be sorely missed and very fondly remembered. Hello Dear Members of Things It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Pat Coleman. A friend’s death is truly about honoring their life and how that connection made us feel when we were in her presence. We may feel despair over what may have been but let us try to hold onto the wonderful times we shared, and talk to each other about those experiences. Those we love, don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. We may not see Pat anymore, and not hear her voice, but we will always feel her presence, still near in our stories, and memories, especially on a Monday! Still loved, still missed and very dear…Please find attached my introduction to our beloved Pat at the Manitoba Club and honoring her as our “ Beloved Ambassador for the Things Shop” this is my story I share with you. Sincerely Evelyn and Holly Co-Presidents for “Things Shop” Volunteers Supporting The RWB - Posted by: Evelyn Mitchell and Holly Beard (Colleagues at Things) on: Jul 14, 2025
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One of our most cherished customers at Shoppers Drug Mart-Portage and Moray. We are very sorry, for your loss - Posted by: Julie (Friend) on: Jul 13, 2025
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Pat was a remarkable woman. Her enjoyment in everything she did and her ability to live life to the fullest was contagious. She was an inspiration to me and I am blessed to have known her over the past few years. I will greatly miss our 'check ins'. - Posted by: Laura Hermann (Friend) on: Jul 13, 2025
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I first met Pat & Bill when I married my husband, Rod 45 years ago. We shared so many wonderful times: dinners at each other other’s houses; golf & dinner afterward at St Charles; coffee in our sunroom. But most of all, we shared laughter! RIP Pat. You & Bill are together again. My heartfelt condolences to you all! - Posted by: Christine Ward (Friend) on: Jul 13, 2025
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If words could help you through this Jeff, I'd be writing you folks a book. Your Mom stopped by recently when I lost Henriette with that very special twinkle in her eyes. Your Mom was a very special person and we all will miss her. Take care pal, Bill - Posted by: Bill Pollon (business friend) on: Jul 12, 2025
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The Colemans arrived on Harcourt St in 1964 and son Greg became a new school friend. They were fine people and I consider them one of the solid pieces of St James' history. Sincere condolences. - Posted by: Jim Walker (Friend) on: Jul 12, 2025
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Our deepest sympathies to all of Pats family and friends. She was an incredible lady full of fun and optimism! We loved attending the Jones’ Reunions when we got to visit in person! Such great memories. Pat will be missed by so many as to know her was to live her. She’s left a great legacy of family love in her beautiful kids, grands and great grands. Such a well lived life! Thinking of her and be beloved Bill together makes our hearts happy. Love and hugs to all the Coleman’s and Magnaccas ❤️ Paul & Sheila Pajunen & Sask families. - Posted by: Sheila & Paul Pajunen & family (Cousin) on: Jul 12, 2025
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A true friend and classmate one could not wish or find. DeVona and I express our heart felt thoughts too Pats entire family for the loss off a truly wonderful human being, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Will miss our visits at Clear Lake as last '51 Brandon College. De,Vona and Angus Juckes. - Posted by: Angus Juckes (Friend and college class mate) on: Jul 12, 2025
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My heart goes out to Pat’s family at this sad time. I first met Pat in 1989 with my partner, Hal Thiessen. Pat and Bill were a wonderful team, so warm and caring, welcoming me into their “group”. Family was so very important to her. We didn’t see each other often but when we did, it was always an enjoyable time. She lived a long time without her Bill and will be at peace to be reunited with him. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. RIP Pat. - Posted by: Coralie Bornais (Friend) on: Jul 12, 2025
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It took one encounter with Pat to realize the meaning of a "life well lived." Her infectious smile, vivacious interaction and gracious demeanor could impact strangers and kin alike. At a spry 95, Pat was golfing, critiquing the Jets defense, and spending time with those she held most dear. As her spirit dwells vibrantly in Barbara and daughters, Pat remains an inspiration to the rest of us. - Posted by: Barry Schwartz (In-Laws) on: Jul 12, 2025