Patricia Evelyn Rooke
August 29, 2011
ROOKE, Patricia “Pat” Evelyn – Passed away on Monday, August 29th, 2011, at Victoria Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer, in her 57th year. Cherished wife of Robert “Bob” for 32 years. Beloved daughter of Irene and John Kew and daughter-in-law of the late Bessie Rooke. Loving sister of Lorna and sister-in-law of Norman (the late Michelle), Tom (Margaret) and Gus (Joyce). Special niece of Nancy and Angus Mallett. Fondly remembered by her extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, on Wednesday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. with prayers at 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Justin’s Roman Catholic Church, 855 Jalna Blvd., London, on Thursday, September 1st, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Entombment to follow at St. Peter’s Holy Family Mausoleum. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Pat are asked to consider the London Health Sciences Foundation – Cancer Centre.
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Lorna, My sincere condolences on the passing of your sister. Please know that you can call on me at any time. Jody
Dear Bob, Uncle John, Aunt Irene and Lorna We are so sorry to hear of the passing of y9ur beloved Patricia. May your cherished memories sustain you. I have fond chilhood memories of Patricia at each other's homes and the Kew homestead in Brantford. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Sincerely, Marilyn, Jim Lefler and Family
Bob. We were both so sad to first hear of Pat's illness, and now her passing. Moving away from the neighbourhood was hard, but we thought of you both often. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob and Pat's family at this time. Sincerley, Rick and Kim
Hi Gus and Joyce My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time, although its been long time since we've connected the fond memories of you Gus and then later you Joyce as well. Do remember so many yrs ago you being there for us when we lost Mike which still seems like yesterday as one never gets over the loss of a sibling!! Wishing you peace and strength. Sincerly, Heather
Bob you are in my thoughts and prayers. Pat was a strong and courageous woman. She will always be in my thoughts. Her stories of her dental visits and her helpfulness at work will not be forgotten. Sincerely, Eva
Hi Bob; I am sorry I was not able to come to the funeral home and give you my condolences in person. Please accept my sincere condolences. I worked with Pat at SSC for several years and I will always remember her as a very kind person with a welcoming smile: a gentle soul who will be missed. Sincerely, Judy.
Dear Bob, Aunt Irene, Uncle John and Lorna. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. xo
Dear Bob ~ What a sad path our families have walked in recent days. Leah and I are both very sorry for your loss of your dear wife Patricia, and send you our most sincere condolences. Wishing you strength, comfort in family & abundant warm memories, and God's peace in the coming days. I know how difficult it is to lose one's life partner, and Leah & I both want you to know we are thinking of you. Sincerely, Anita
(Donated to London Health Sciences Foundation - Cancer Centre)
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We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Pat. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sincerely, John and Debbie Kew and family, Mt. Pleasant, Ontario
~ Debbie and John Kew