At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 in his 45th year of Grand Bend and formerly of Hensall. Beloved son of Susan Riley of Hensall and the late Leslie Riley (1997). Sadly missed by his “Bro” Duke. Dear grandson of Wyn Riley of Seaforth and the late Bert and Elizabeth Riley and the late William Stinson. Survived by his “work mom” Karen Courtney of Varna, friend Neil McAllister and his children and his numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Pat was an avid athlete participating in baseball, volleyball and broomball. He enjoyed his time working at Bluewater Youth Centre as a corrections officer. He and his mother Sue have fulfilled his dream of traveling over the last few years making their way to New York, Boston, Chicago, Arizona, Eastern Canada and Portugal.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 block west of Main, Exeter on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held at Hensall United Church, 76 King Street, Hensall on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 11 AM with Rev. Chaplain Andy Hahn officiating. Interment Staffa Cemetery.
Donations to the OSPCA (Humane Society) or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Kim and Don Chelli
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say Good Bye
You were gone before we know it
And only God knows why…..
Pat I didn’t know you got as ill as you did so fast …I myself was in hospital when you died… I am so sorry we never got to say good bye…
May God hold you in his golden arms….till we meet again….
With love and utmost respect
Don, Kim Katie and Laura and their children…I miss you….
Angela Nirta
Dearest Sue:
I am so very sorry to hear about Pat’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. You will forever cherish your memories as Pat will always be in your heart.
Love
Angela
Pete and Wendy Case
Dear Sue:
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. You have our deepest sympathy. Pete and Wendy
Keith and Gloria Wilbee
Susan & Family
We we sorry to hear of the passing of your son Pat. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May you find comfort in the memories and time shared together. Our loved ones always live on in our hearts.
Keith and Gloria Wilbee
Mike and Kristen Dow
Sue and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. He was a good guy and easy to get along with. There are a lot of good memories of him, between baseball and when he palyed volleyball with Mom. Our condolences.
Anne Shepherd
My condolences to you Sue in loss of your son. There is some comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering and is at peace.
You will be in our thoughts in the coming days.
Anne & Paul
Bob & Sharon Pavkeje
Dear Sue,
Sorry to read of Pat’s passing, we are thinking of you at this sad time. Sending our sincere sympathy.
Nancy & Wayne Denham
Susan and Neil
I just read this now and it’s too late to get there in time. I am so sorry to hear, I did not realize how quickly things had changed. I will miss his visits, and chats on line. He was one of the good guys. Hugs to both of you. I am glad you had the time to travel and make the most of the time he had, lived it to the fullest, he should be a lesson to us all.
Bob and Joanne Simpson
Dear Sue,
Our sincere condolences for the loss of your dear son, Pat. Words cannot express the depth of our feelings at this time. We know that you were a good mother and a good friend to your son. Our thoughts are with you and we will keep you in our prayers.
God bless,
Love Bob and Joanne.
Julie Clarke
Sue, I can not imagine what you are going through, I am sending my heartfelt sympathies to you at the loss of not only your son, but a great man. When the intenseness of the grief subsides, I hope you are warmed by the memories.
He is one of the good ones. He will be watching over you till you meet again.
Evelyn Steckle Vincent
Susan,
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. I’m so pleased to read that you were able to travel together. My God grant comfort during this difficult time. Thinking of you.
Kathy DaSilva
Sue,
So sorry for your loss- You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy
brenda palsa
Sue- Pat was always a great one to have a laugh with. He shared his time and knowledge with us when we played ball together. He always had a smile and a joke- he will be missed by so many. Take comfort in knowing that you were there for him always- my deepest sympathy to you and family. hugs
Donna and Bill Perry
Sue, Our deepest sympathy and condonlences on the loss of Pat. I am sure he is at peace now. You were a wonderful Mother and friend to him. Remember all the good times you shared.
Hugs Bill and Donna
Bill & Linda Soldan
Sue & family- We are saddened to hear of Pat’s passing. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers. May Pat’s spirit be kept alive by all the happy memories & times you have spent together…hugs
Judy Parsons
Sue: Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I know how you are feeling so try and remember all the good times. Take care.
Elaine McNair
Thinking of you with heavy heart. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Sincere Sympathy ….Elaine
Sherrie Thomson
Sue, Wyn and family,
I know that you are going through a difficult time and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish all the memories that you have.
Dianne Mero
Susan – I am so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. He fought a
good battle and now is reunited with his Dad in a better spot
I am sure Les is glad to have him “home”-but leaves such a void
in your life- of a son you loved so dearly – always and forever. It was
wonderful that you got to spend time on trips with him and those memories hopefully will help to sustain you now and through the days ahead
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead
Jill Neilands
Sue & Neil,
Im sending you thoughts of peace and courage in this difficult time. I hope you take comfort in the memories that you have of Pat. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Cheryl Timbers
Sue
I’m sorry to hear about your loss. Im in shock….Pat of all people. He was to young to be taken from you. He has left you with alot of good memories. He is free of pain now. Stay strong and take care.
You have my Deepest Sympathy. I’m thinking of you.
Cheryl Timbers
Mary Thompson
Sue: My deepest sympathy in your loss of Pat. He fought hard to beat the big “C”. Enjoy your memories.
Bill and Bernice Thompson
Sue;
Sincere sympathy at this time in the loss of a dear son.
Remembering years working with him at Laidlaw.
Bill and Bernice
Noreen Riley-Smith
to the family of Pat Riley,my deepest condolences on the loss of your family member.the angels called a new angel up to watch over his family.god felt Pat could do this job and wear his wings well.hold all your good memories deep in your heart and mind and he will always be there for you
Floyd<lynda Riley&Noreen<Doug Smith and familyand Butch ,shelly Riley and family&tina ,brad Ankers and family.
Shirley Erb
Sue: So sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. My thoughts & prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. You have travelled and done a lot of things together, memories you will cherish.
Cheryl Tong
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sue at this most difficult time.
Allen & Ruth Stuart, Jenna & Laura Chappel
Sue and family,
keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I know how you are feeling so try and keep the happy memories close to your heart as you have a wonderful guardian angel watching over you always. Pat is at peace now and is now where there is no pain and with awesome company. Hugs to you all.
Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche & family
Sue: our deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow.. Keep the memories of all your trips together and all the good times you have shared close to your heart.
Diane McCarter
Sue,
My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories that you share. Hugs to you
Diane
Tim McAllister
My thoughts and prayers go out to Sue and Pat’s family during this tough time. It was great to get to know Pat over these last several years. He will be missed.
Alan & Denean Renning
Dear Sue, Neil & family,
We are very sad to hear of Pat’s passing. He was a great guy! I had a chance to work with him “many” years ago at Laidlaw. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ron Harris
Sue,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Liz Campbell
Sue,
My deepest sympathy to you on your loss of Pat. He sure fought the battle he was given and there will be no more pain for him. I am so glad you got to fulfill some of his bucket list and to create fond memories that you will carry with you. Thinking of you and the days ahead. Please take care of you now.
Love Liz
Ron and Sharon Crown
Dear Sue,
We are so sad to hear of Pat’s passing. He fought the good fight and is now free at last and no longer suffering. He was a great neighbour and we will miss his smiling face and cheery disposition. We know you will miss him so much. Please hold on to your precious memories of your wonderful son.
You are in our most sincere thoughts and prayers.
Deepest sympathey,
Ron and Sharon Crown.
Deb & Shawn Vanstone
We are so very sorry for your loss. May all your special memories bring peace to your suffering at this difficult time.
Sherrie Edwards
To My Friend Sue: My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this very difficult time. I enjoyed all our get togethers with Pat, whether it was just breakfast out or some of our weekend trips. Keep all the great memories in your mind, it will bring happy thoughts back to you in your time of loss. Take care and talk soon
Sherrie
Susan Pushelberg
Pat
I’m going to miss you so much was glad to see you on Tuesday.
You fought til the very end you showed so much grace and dignity no matter the pain you were in or the sadness you felt you were my hero and I am fortunate to have been able to call you my friend and my cousin
Sue & Neil and ( Bro) my heart goes out to you and the rest of the family, I know how hard it is watching someone you love pass away I know he is smiling down on you he will be close by giving you a gentle hug or a smile or a hand on your shoulder when you need it keep your memories you have made with Pat these past few years close to your heart you have a special guardian angel watching over you and will always love you.He is reunited with his dad, grandpa and all the rest of the family that were waiting for him. I am sure they are having a blast.
I am here for you if you need anything hugs prayers and love going out to you all
your cousins Gwen, Susan, Ken Melissa & A.J.
Debbie and Frank Alexander
Sue,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you for the loss of your child. He will always be with you in your heart.
Debbie & Frank
Dennis McBride & Heather Ament
Susan and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of Pat. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. May God grant you peace….
Sincerely, Dennis McBride & Heather Ament, and family
Karen & Randy Stanlake
Sue, please accept our sincere condolences. Not only you have lost your son, but your best friend.
Hopefully you can turn your grief into a celebration of Pat’s wonderful life. He touched many hearts, and will remain there forever!