May 29, 1930 ~ August 5, 2019
An end to a great era. Wife, mother, grandmother, super mumma, nurse, hospital administrator and community leader, Patricia (Pat) Anne Morton passed away peacefully in Winnipeg on August 5, 2019 at the age of 89.
Pat was predeceased by her beloved husband Robert (Bob) Morton in August 2007, but not before they shared 55 years of marriage. Gone before her, and many too soon, were her parents, Allan and Lena Lawrie, sister Mary Beighton, brothers Keith, Grant and John Stratton, son-in-law Doug Mutual and great-granddaughter Nizana.
She will be dearly missed by her children, Roberta (Garry) Merke, Cathy (Bill) Litchfield, Darcy (Kim) Morton, Patty Mutual, James (Denise) Morton and April Morton (François Salmon). A great joy to her as grandma and super mumma were her 14 grandchildren: Tanya, Jocelyn (Harris), Aaron (Lauren), Jennifer (Shaun), Alison (Tyler), Becky (Corey), Shauna (Jason), Heather, Kyle (Kyra), Chrissy (Russell), Trevor (Chantal), Meghan (Tyler), Michael and Sasha, and her 13 great-grandchildren: Sophie, Hannah, Molly, Naomi, Davis, Parker, Aiden, Reid, Zane, Zi-Anne, Ayda, Emmeline and Liam. Pat is also survived by sister Barbara Slutchuk and brother David Stratton.
Born May 29, 1930 in Carman, Manitoba, Pat was shaped by early hardships, losing her father when she was three and her mother when she was 17. With determination, she followed her passion to become a nurse. As a student nurse, she met the love of her life, Bob, and together they built a life, raising their six children in Seven Sisters Falls.
With few role models to emulate, Pat became a working mother, continuing to nurse while serving the community. She studied hospital administration by correspondence, eventually becoming the Whitemouth Hospital Administrator. A career highlight was overseeing the construction of the new hospital.
In retirement, Pat and Bob moved to Whitemouth, enjoying golf and the amenities of a larger town. Pat volunteered with the Regional Health Authority and Ross United Church, led babysitting and senior exercise classes, and sewed for friends and family. In 1999, Pat received The Judge J. M. George Memorial Award, “recognizing her voluntary activities and accomplishments which demonstrated her outstanding leadership and wisdom in the area of health care in Manitoba”.
In 2006, with Bob’s health failing, Pat and Bob moved to Winnipeg to be near family. Since January 2018, Pat resided at Riverview Health Centre; we are grateful for the kind and caring 3W staff.
A private service will be held with burial to follow at the Victoria Cemetery near Balmoral. Should you wish to honour Pat’s memory, please feel free to donate to Diabetes Can. (MB & Nunavut), 401-1 Wesley Ave., Wpg., MB R3C 4C6 or to the Whitemouth District Health Centre Foundation Inc., Box 37, Whitemouth, MB R0E 2G0.
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Dennis & Rosalie
Ours sincerest condolences Roberta and Garry, and family’s in the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Dennis and Rosalie
Connie McDonald
Roberta, Garry and family, our condolences on the loss of your mom and grandma. I remember her as being a caring nurse, and highly respected. Our prayers are with you! Jim and Connie McDonald
Pat Porth
With our sincere condolences to the Morton family. Pat was an outstanding volunteer. No matter what committee she was involved with, she gave a hundred percent plus. The going joke was as long as Pat can be the boss of the committee it will run forever. She dedicated her time to the Two Rivers Seniors Program as Chairperson, the Heart Smart Health project, the Whitemouth museum and the many already mentioned. I still can remember the smile on her face the day we attended the presentation of The Judge J. M. George Memorial Award. It was definitely a high light in her life. She also received an award from the Manitoba Council on Aging for her many hours of dedicated service. Both Pat and Bob were truly involved in their community and supported all activities for all ages.
It was pleasure and fun working with them.
Sincerely,
Bob & Pat Porth
Cathy Litchfield
Thanks Pat. A lovely endorsement of both our parents. An enduring legacy of community commitment.
April
Thanks Pat. So many good members. She definitely contributed to the community.
Fran
Dear Roberta, Garry & all the Morton Family’s, may our thoughts and prayers be with you all in the loss of your loved one. May you find peace in your hearts and know she will always be with you all watching over you. Peace be with you all.
With love always
Kerry, Fran, Ian & Tyson Mickey
Rose & Don
James & Denise….sincere sympathy to all the Morton family. She was a wonderful lady & we were honored to have known her….
James and Denise
Thank you Don and Rose you are wonderful friends and I know my Mom would appreciate your kind words.
Gay-Lynn Beighton
Pat was a very special lady. I remember she sewed me a beach coverup for me after my mom and mother-in-law, her sister Mary, had both just passed away. She said I needed a Mom to do those sort of things for me. I will always remember her kindness.
Cathy Litchfield
Lovely memory. Thanks for sharing.
April
That was Mom. Always interesting because she never had her own parents. Thanks Gay-Lynn
Marilyn Walls
Roberta, Garry & family (and all of your siblings, Roberta), we are sending you our heartfelt condolences. May your precious memories of your mom give you comfort. We are so very sorry for your loss of your mom, grandmother and great grandmother.
Marilyn & Gord Walls & family
Carey Rohrig
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom , Grandmother and Great Grandmother.
She will forever remain in your hearts. Our thoughts are with you………
Les and Carey Rohrig
Hélène & Scott Clarke
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May happy memories bring you some comfort.
April
Thanks so much.
Terry Lawrence
To all the Morton Family, my condolences. Your mom was a special lady … she always had a smile on her face and I can still hear her laugh. My sincere sympathy in your loss.
Heather Korlak
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your amazing mom, grandma and great grandma. She was a role model and worked so hard in my hometown of Whitemouth. She always had a laugh and a smile and welcomed her kid’s friends. April and James (and all of your family) I’m thinking of you with love and good memories.
April
Thanks Heather. She was definitely a community leader.
Linda Lawrence
Sending sincere condolences to the family. Many happy memories of Pat and Bob playing cards when we visited from Edmonton.
April Morton
Playing cards of all kinds was Mom’s passion. She played for as long as her body would allow. So many memories with Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence!
Darlene Vandenberghe
Sincere condolences to the entire Morton family. I spent a ton of time at the Morton house with April. It was a weekly occurrence when spending the summer with Grandpa and Grandma Lawrence and then later when I lived with them. Your Mom was a wonderful,kind, caring lady. She was like a second Mom for me. She has now gone to join your Dad which is where she wants to be. Memories last a lifetime. Cherish them all.
April Morton
Thanks Darlene! Yes we spent a lot of time together. You were definitely another daughter to her. She will be missed.
Brenda Klymchuk
My thoughts are with your family. Mrs. Morton was always a ray of sunshine…. her enthusiasm and big smiles are my recollections of her….. she touched those around her in a joyful and positive way! A life to be admired …. a life well lived! May the wonderful memories bring comfort to all of you. xoxo
Cathy Litchfield
Indeed. Thanks Brenda.
Charlene Hood - Ashton
I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mom’s infectious laugh and smile are my memory of her.
Robert Raines
Sincere condolences to the family. Many happy memories growing up in Seven Sisters and knowing your mother and father. They were a great couple and will be sadly missed.
Harry & Laurie oel
We wish to offer our heart felt sorrow for your loss. Pat was a wonderful lady.
Don Adamek
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don has been friends with Pat and Bob since meeting and working together at Pine Falls Power station in 1950-1952.
Your parents were beloved by family, friends and community. What a legacy they have left you. Don & Claudette Adamek
Debbie Schatkowsky
So very sorry for your family’s loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you. ❤️Love Debbie and Vince
Cindy Behnke
Our Deepest Condolences, wonderful lady she was! May all those wonderful memories bring you comfort in the coming days. Hugs to you all! ❤️
Love Cindy & Frank Behnke
Peace River, AB
Zenda rueckert
To all the Morton family, Pat was a an exceptional lady! I’ll never forget her kindness towards me! She was instrumental in setting me on the right career choice. I loved her a lot, B
Cathy Litchfield
Very sweet to hear. Thanks for sharing. Glad your career choice is working out.
Gerald and Pamela Hawranik
We are very sorry to hear of Pats decease. Deepest sympathy to all members of her family. May God Bless and Comfort all members of her family. She was always a person who established standards for nursing care that were often unattainable but that raised the bar for nursing care in the province – that was of obvious benefit to Manitoba residents in particular. We held her in high regard. Even though she was exacting in her standards with regard to nursing care, she was also a person who demonstrated compassion to all those who were in contact with her. She had a sense of humour that in many ways was unparalleled. We offer our deepest condolences to a person who made a difference to those who were touched by her.
Gerald and Pamela Hawranik