Passed away on January 5, 2021 at the Ottawa Hospital (Civic) with his family at his side. He was born on April 27, 1930 to Alma and Errol Patrick in Montreal. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Bunny (nee Collins) and leaves in sorrow his loving children Kurt (Ginette); Kim (late Joseph); Keith (Patricia). Much-loved grandfather of Olivia (Dylan), Shane, Thomas (fiancée Sarah), Hannah, Vanessa, Erika. Predeceased by his brother Tony (Barbara) and special friend Stella, he will be deeply missed by his brothers Terry, and Teddy, sisters Tisha, Ty and Tanya as well as his nieces, nephews and friends from coast to coast, plus his furry canine companion Tara.
Errol grew up in Trinidad under the care of his paternal grandfather. At the tender age of 16, he moved to Vancouver and then joined the Canadian Army (35 years) as a Gunner in 1950 and served our country in the Korean War. As a member of the Canadian Armed Forces, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, he was deeply respected, served with honour and distinction, and was a trailblazer for Black Canadians to serve proudly in uniform. Throughout his life, and with his innovation to embrace technology in his later years, he was able to maintain and foster the multiple friendships that were of such great importance to him.
A devoted family man and husband, some of the family’s fondest memories were of exploring Canada and Europe on many camping adventures. He was a loving grandfather who was actively involved with each of their lives and encouraged them to love one another, live life to the fullest and always emphasized the importance of family. He was an active member of the Legion Branch 632 (Past President, Treasurer, and Poppy Fund organizer) and a strong advocate for the care of Veterans and believed “For me, every day is Remembrance Day”.
We would like to thank the staff at the A1 Geriatric Unit at TOH for the exceptional care and compassion they provided our father during his final days. In addition, thank you to Wendy and other wonderful neighbours on Vorlage Drive that supported his independent living for so many years.
Due to the Covid pandemic a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 632 or Charity of choice.
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“Ubique”
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Heather Tait
Kerri-Ann Aylward
Thank you so much for all your sacrifice and courage. You served Canada with the highest. From our Army Family to yours, please accept our prayers for the family and friends of a very very brave man. God bless.
Rosemarie Boone
I worked as a civilian with this amazing man at The Artillery School. He was our SMIG. I also got to meet the love of his life Bunny. When he left the School they had all the civilian girls over for lunch and drinks. They were definitely a wonderful pair. It was a real pleasure to know them and now he is back with his Bunny.
Nadine
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Debbie Racicot
Kim, My deepest sympathies to you and to your fami,y.
Favorite youngest daughter in law
Fly with the Angel's Papa. May you Rest in Peace. Miss you already.
Marius Dumont
I would like to extend my sinceres condolences to the Patrick family as well as the Artillery family for the lost of Errol a fine Gunner. May you rest in peace. Ubique.
Lou Limoges
He will be missed by many. He was a one of a kind and I am very fortunate to have met him and his family. RIP DaddeeO
Mark and Nici Sullivan
Errol and Bunny will always have a special place in our hearts
Charles H. Cameron CD
RSM Patrick was one of the best. I was attached to 3RCHA in Shilo from 1973 - 1977.
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My thoughts are with all of Errol's family. I was fortunate to have known him through Stella. I'll never forget his charming chuckle and the mischievous twinkle in his eyes! What a solid, decent, wonderful guy. Hugs to all of you.