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Patricia M. Van Aalst (nee McLaughlin)

February 14, 2022

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July 3, 1941 - February 14, 2022
Pat passed away peaceably at home in the arms of her husband, Len, after a brief illness of heart disease. We would like to thank Dr. Van Dyk and Fab, and the primary nurses for their care and attention.
Predeceased by: father Joe, mother Jean, father in-law Russ, mother in-law Nell, sisters Betty Deirdrie, Olive, brother Jim, brothers in-law Cliff, Richard, numerous aunts and uncles and cousins nephews and nieces.
Survived by loving husband of 57 years, Leonard (Len), son Ken, daughter in-law Audrey, son Ronald, grandsons Ryan, Brandon, Ewan, granddaughter Grace, sister Josie, brother in-law Donald (Calgary), brother Ermon (Vancouver), Sister in-law Marg (Calgary), brother in-law Alfred Stang (Calgary), many cousins and nephews and nieces spread across Canada and Ireland.
Pat was born July 3rd, 1941 in Belfast, Ireland and immigrated to Canada seven years later.
Pat was a long time member of the Quesnel Lions Club, Seniors Centre, and was very involved in different charities and causes. Her sense of humor was appreciated by all and she was a good friend of many.
Interment was Feb 18, 2022. Celebration of life will be this summer, date to be announced at a later time.