1936-2021
Patricia (Pat) Rose Lucas passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, October 16, 2021 (age 85) at Poseidon Care Centre in Winnipeg. She was born on July 16, 1936 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and was the eldest daughter of Charles Henry and Rosanna Jeffery.
Pat spent her entire childhood and early adulthood in Winnipeg. She entered the workforce at Great West Life at the age of 17. That job allowed her to save enough money to travel Europe with a friend for several months. Once back home in Winnipeg, she started a new job at Canadian Pacific Railway where she met her lifelong friend, Helen Murdock.
On June 2, 1962, Pat married Roy Lucas and the couple moved to Selkirk, Manitoba where he worked at the Manitoba Steel Rolling Mills. Pat continued to work in Winnipeg until the spring of 1963. Later that year, Roy found employment at Atomic Energy of Canada (AECL) and the couple moved to Pinawa where their new life together would begin. They were one of the pioneer families of the new town and shared many adventures in the early days of Pinawa.
Pat was a stay at home mom until her children were well into their school years. She re-entered the workforce with a part-time job at the municipal office. After a few years, Pat then went on to work at AECL as an administrative assistant where she remained until her retirement in 1991.
For the entire time Pat lived in Pinawa, serving her community was extremely important to her. She was involved in numerous organizations over the years and often volunteered her time. She volunteered at F.W. Gilbert School, helped in the Pinawa Public Library, and sold daffodils for Cancer Care Manitoba. Her involvement with the Pinawa Health Auxiliary was very important to her and you would often see her cooking burgers at the beach during Pinawa Birthday weekends, or selling some of her famous lemon meringue pies at the mall for an Auxiliary fundraiser.
Pat moved back to Winnipeg to Riverwood Square Assisted Living in 2013, where she remained until October of 2020. She eventually moved to the Poseidon Care Centre where she passed away on October 16, 2021.
She is survived by her son Brad (Janet), daughter Christine (Terry), her grandchildren Kaitlin, Matt, Mike, Cameron (Cam), Sophie, Quinn, and great-grandson Damian. Pat was predeceased by her loving husband Roy, in 1991, as well as her sister, Marlene Phillips.
Pat’s life was a living example of Ephesians 4:32-“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as God also forgave you in Christ.” She touched many people’s lives with her kindness and humble spirit and will be deeply missed by her many friends and family members.
Due to COVID restrictions, the family held a private service on Saturday, October 23, at Sobering Funeral Chapel in Beausejour, Manitoba. Interment followed at the Pinawa Cemetery in Pinawa, Manitoba. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pinawa Health Auxiliary or Siloam Mission in Winnipeg.
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Lisa Nayler Griffin
My condolences to Christy, Brad and family. I have many memories of your Mom, may God be with you as you say goodbye to Pat. Praise God for His promise that we will see our loved ones again in Heaven. You are in my prayers.
Walter B
Thinking of all you,K,M,M,T and Chris. She was a wonderful lady and always full of smiles from what I remeber growing up in Pinawa… Hugs to you all and my sincerest condolences
Joanne Bueckert
So sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Condolences to Chris, Terry and family and Brad and his family. Her smile will always be remembered.
Sherri Walters Spiring
Deepest condolences to Chris, Terry and family, and Brad and family, on the loss of an amazing woman. I will always remember Pat as a strong, God loving mother to you and also to us neighbour kids. She was one of the best.
KAren Gamley
My sincere condolences on hearing of Pat’s passing. I was just thinking of her the other day when I was making a lemon meringue pie – she made the BEST pies and gave me a few tips. I always enjoyed our little chats when she visited the school. My heart goes out to you.
Alvin Rueckert
I was so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Please accept our condolences. She was a wonderful lady.
Barbara Sabanski
Dear Chris, Brad and respective Families:
Your Mom and Grandmother will be remembered in Pinawa as a gracious, beautiful lady (inside and out).
With respect – Barb and Carl Sabanski
Glenys Norman-Kukurudz
Sincere condolences to Christine and family and to Brad and family. Pat worked tirelessly in many capacities in the Pinawa Health Auxiliary. Pat was an inspiration to us all in her efforts to raise money for the benefit of the patients in the Pinawa Hospital. Pat was greatly missed when she left Pinawa to live in Winnipeg.
Dennis and Sandra Gerbrandt
Chris and Terry …. losing a loved one hurts so much and this last year has been particularly tough as we’ve battled to even see our loved ones. As you remember and share memories may those shared memories bring a smile to your face and peace in your heart
“God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.”
Psalms 46:1 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.46.1.NLT
Dennis and Sandra
Bill and Lori Evenden
To Chris, Terry, Kaitlyn, Matt and Mike,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Pat was a lovely lady and will be missed by all. Take care,
Sincerely,
Bill and Lori
doreen backer
Once again we hear of such a sad loss. Pat and family lived across the street from us for
many years and were wonderful people and great neighbors. Please know we are thinking
of all the family.
Les and Chris Crosthwaite
Very sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. A lovely lady, and her late husband Roy was a super guy.
Angie Hayes
Pat, you were such a wonderful friend and neighbour. My heart breaks hearing of your passing. My sincere condolences to your family and friends. May you rest peacefully.
Angie
Lynne Desilets
Dear Brad, Janet, Chris , Terry and family
I have so many happy memories of my much loved Aunty Pat. Our family times were gatherings of love, laughter and good food.
Our trips to Pinawa always included a trip to the dump to see the bears…
Aunty Pat’s laugh, and always a “love you lots” comment are fondly remembered.
Praise God, because of her enduring faith we will be reunited in heaven. What a heritage to pass on to her beloved family.
With love, niece Lynne
Bonnie Bailey
My sincere condolences!
Pat was a very lovely lady and will be missed by her many friends in Pinawa.
Irène Loire-Maillard
We shared many warm conversations about “life” .
A wonderful person.❤️
Ray and Carol Wazney
We are very sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Sincere condolences to all the family. May your memories shared as a family bring you comfort and peace.