Patricia Frances Flaherty
July 3rd, 1946 ~ February 26th, 2018
FLAHERTY, Patricia (Pat) Frances, age 71 years, late of Regina, SK (formerly of Tompkins) passed away after a short but brave battle with cancer on February 26, 2018 in Regina. She was born on July 3, 1946 in Maple Creek.
Beloved mother, aunt, sister and friend, she was predeceased by her parents, Nora and Clarence Flaherty, and her sister Shirley Hanstock. She is survived by her son, Greg; brothers, Jack (Marion) and Wayne (Gloria) of Medicine Hat, AB; sister, Brenda, of Shaunavon; brother, Bill Hanstock, of Assiniboia; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Pat will be lovingly remembered for her generosity, dedication to her family and friends, and her terrific sense of humour. She attended elementary school in Tompkins and high school in Gull Lake before achieving her secretarial certificate in Regina.
During her professional career that spanned nearly 40 years, Pat held various executive administrative positions with the Regina Separate School Board Office, Cable Regina/Access Communications, and the Canadian Royal Purple National Office before her retirement in 2014.
She was an avid fan of the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Toronto Blue Jays, and she enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family and friends.
She will forever be missed.
Special thanks also to her family friends, Laurie Nickel and Barbara Wickstrom, for their wonderful support during this difficult time. As well as to the nurses, doctors and support staff at the Pasqua Hospital’s Unit 3B and Palliative Care for their excellent care.
“The most important trip you may take in life is meeting people halfway.”
- Henry Boyle
Messages:
Dear Greg & All, it was my pleasure to know my friend Pat throughout her whole life. We had some very good long visits and laughs when she was in the Allan Blair Ward. She was a brave woman, never feeling sorry for herself. Your Mom thought the world of you Greg. My sincere sympathy, Barbara W.
Thank you to everyone for all the kind words about my mother that have been sent to me at this difficult time. In the summer I will be taking her home and laying her to rest with her parents and grandparents and we will be able to celebrate her life.
Thank you Greg for letting me know your mom had passed away. Pat was very professional and knowledgeable in her position with Royal Purple of Canada. Our members related to her and all felt she was a very special person. Pat was such a lady always, a great worker as well as having a super sense of humor. We had so many fun times together and have lots of great memories. We have lost a wonderful person. My condolences to all the family.
My sympathy to you Greg and all your family on Your Mom’s passing. I met Pat through the Royal Purple Office and she had a great sense of humour and a huge wealth of knowledge. She will be missed.
I worked with Pat for many years with the Royal Purple. She was smart, funny, and very helpful. My condolences to all her family. She will be missed.
Rest in Peace dear friend. I will miss our chats Deepest sympathy Greg...take comfort in the fact that your Mom adored you
My heartfelt condolences to your family. When I met Pat at 1911 Park street in 1985 I was a newbie community producer, working in the studio below. At the top of the stairs, second floor was Pat's desk, gateway to Fred's office. Pat was always helpful, straight speaking and quick to share a laugh. It was not hard to see the family-like relationship she had with the boss (all the upstairs staff seemed to gel well together). I will share a set of impressions. Before we moved to the "new" building around 1989, the company encouraged and supported their employees with programs to stop smoking, as the building was going to be smoke-free. On more than one occasion as I had finished my business with her, Fred would call out to Pat, and Pat, with a sigh and a mutter under her breath, would say how she longed for the day Fred would be fully weaned from nicotine. Again, I let you know of my sorrow and think of Pat in fond ways. Sincerely, Martin Kondzielewski
To Pat’s family: My most sincere condolences on the passing of Pat. I knew her through Royal Purple and she was a wonderful lady always there for you and so willing to help. You will certainly miss her. Keep her close with your memories
Greg & Family, So sorry to hear of Pats passing. Greg, you were her life. Pat was my "best friend" and I will miss her more than words can say. I have so many wonderful memories of the times we spent together. She was always there for me with love & support. Our miles apart never changed our friendship, we always picked up like it was yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rest in peace my dear friend.
To: Pat's family - Greg and all So sorry to hear of the passing of Pat. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care.
Our condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful lady, always smiling and willing to give a helping hand and share her wisdom. She will be sadly missed.
Greg, thanks for letting me know where to find this. I am so so sorry for your mom's death. She was the kind of friend who even though we did not see each other often, we always picked up just where we had left off the time before. You always knew exactly where you stood with your mom. A great person and a friend who will be missed very much. Take care.
Dear Greg and Family.Anita and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to all of you.Pat was a very special person for me and all of the team at Cable Regina/Access.She managed my office in a professional and caring manner. I always related to her as a friend more then as a boss.She will long be remembered in our hearts.Our prayers ands thoughts are with you. Fred and Anita
Sorry about your loss Greg.You and your mom were wonderful neighbors.Ken and Marlene Haugrud
Pat and I often jokingly called each other "Cuz" when we worked together at Cable Regina. She had a great sense of humour and was always warm and friendly to everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy Greg
I am so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. My thoughts and prayers are for you Greg and your family. She was a good friend.
Greg, We are sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Our thoughts are with you. John and Patti Graham