1936 ~ 2021
On December 13, 2021, in Whitemouth, Manitoba, Pat passed away peacefully with her husband and daughters at her side, after a lengthy battle with dementia.
Pat was born on August 4, 1936 in St. Boniface, Manitoba and was the youngest of 13 children. She is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Douglas Blais; her children Carol Fisher (Gary), Dan Blais (Hollie), Theresa (Larry) Nielsen, Barb Blais, Susan (Rick) Backer, and Penny (Jay) Effler; and daughter-in-law Janette (David). She was predeceased by her son David, her first grandchild, Joe Blais and her son-in-law, Terry Fisher.
Pat was a devoted wife and mother of 7 children, 17 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. The cornerstone of Pat’s life was family. She always welcomed extended family and friends and loved to have extra people around the table. Her love for her family was undeniable, as she never hesitated to help them, including travelling at any time, anywhere to care for her grandchildren. She balanced family life and work life, working full time for the Government of Canada for 30 years, cooking homemade meals, sewing clothes for her children and grandchildren, and coaching hockey. She enjoyed working in her garden, playing bridge and golf and hosting parties where she was known for the best margaritas!
As a military wife, Pat adjusted to challenging conditions, including life in Churchill without running water or plumbing. She was a bold no fuss person, preferring jeans to dressing up and was never afraid to speak her mind. Pat came alive when music was playing and became a professional dancer in the kitchen. She had a dry sense of humour, sometimes laughing when no one else would. Pat brought life that filled a room, and joy that filled others.
A sincere thank you to the staff at Riverview Health Centre and Whitemouth Personal Care Home. Your special care of Patricia was very much appreciated by all of the family.
A celebration of life will be held in the summer of 2022.
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Richard and Myrna
To the Blais family..our sincere condolences in th loss of your special family member
Jennifer James
To Dear Doug and family. I’m so sorry about the loss of Pat. But also so sorry that you have had to experience this illness and the way it robs people slowly of the people they cherish. I loved living next door to Douglas and Pat. And not only because of the margaritas!! Your family is one of the most welcoming families I have met. Doug you were so kind to me over the years, and Pat was always making me laugh, sticking up for me, encouraging me and just plain loving me and my kids. She never complained about my noisy kids next door that could be sometimes be in the back yard, sometimes on the roof. You guys supplied wood for many of our backyard fires and welcomed my kids to the woodpile whenever. So thank you for extending your love of family to your neighborhood. Pat, rest well in peace. You are missed and remembered so very fondly. Thinking of you makes me remember laughing with you.
With love, “Next door Jenny, on Dufferin”
Diane McMillan
So sorry to hear of Pat’s passing – many memories of golfing – tourneys – she will be missed
Diane Mc
Gina
Dear Doug and the entire Blais family
I was so saddened to learn of Pats passing, she was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother as well as many other titles. I was so happy to have been included in the last big celebration in Pinawa a few years ago, and I too will miss her dearly.
Take care, and cherish the wonderful memories ❤️
Gina Rémillard & family
Denise Rundle
Everyone knew of the Blais family on School Street…how many kids? What an amazing legacy Pat, well done! Condolences to all the family.
Rosanne Chelack
Dear Doug and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing . May she rest in Peace and golf with the angels. Always lived our visits in Pinawa and Texas!
Cherish her memories.
Shawna and Dave Peterson
Our sincere condolences to Susan, the entire Blais family and all those who loved Pat. I have fond memories of my chats with her at the pig roasts and beach band parties. She loved to laugh and in turn, always made me laugh. Prayers of comfort and peace to all of her loved ones.
Judy Manness
To Uncle Doug and all my cousins, Carol, Danny, Theresa, Barb, Susan, Penny and their extended families,
Auntie Pat will forever be in the hearts of anyone who knew her. I always felt MORE than welcome whenever we would visit. Some fav memories of the last decades are the anniversary party in Pinawa. I remember how Auntie Pat ‘looked’ ❤️ at Uncle Doug after so many years of being married. I remember your smile, laughter, and love of family – and our family was large. Love and hugs to the family you left behind to celebrate your memory and mourn your loss.
Love and hugs,
Judy, Norm and family
Gary Quigley
Pat was a remarkable woman, I was so fortunate to have met her and share a few laughs as she certainly had a very sharp wit.
My condolences to the entire family at this time of loss. X
Bill and Lori Evenden
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you on this sad occasion.
Bill and Lori Evenden
Pinawa
Larry Gauthier
My most sincere condolences to Doug and his family on the loss of Pat.
May she rest in peace!
Janice Thoroski
Auntie Pat was an amazing woman who raised seven children and still had time for so much else in her life. She was always so welcoming to anyone that came around. I enjoyed playing golf with her and Uncle Doug. I will always cherish the family gatherings over the years. Her smile and loving spirit will be missed by so many.
Our condolences to the family.
Janice and Clair
Barb Lambert
My condolances to the Blais family. Pat was a wonderful neighbor for many years here on Dufferin St. Her laugh was contagious and she had an amazing sense of humour. May all the wondeful memories of her keep her family smiling. Love and hugs to all of you
Steve Weiland
A sad passing…Pat and Doug were good friends with my parents, and many others at the Borden Golf Club. She was a wonderful woman, mother and wife…..she will be sorely missed. My condolences to the entire family.
Robert Dixon
My sincere condolences to Pat’s family on this sad occasion. I have many fond memories of Pat when we worked together at Whiteshell Research. Fond memories may fade but they never die. Such is the case with Pat. May she rest in peace.
Hollie Roberts
I’m so thankful for the warm welcome from the Blais family so many years ago, margaritas in the Texas room, golfing together, and the calm, cool person my mother-in-law was. XO
Kathy Dietrich
My sincere condolences to all of the Blais family. So sad.
Phil & Sherry Menard
Wow . . . what a beautiful obituary. Auntie Pat was definitely a remarkable woman. May those many memories hold her close to your hearts.
Rochelle Ehinger
I am so very sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. I have thought of you so often over the years. Sincere condolences.
Margaret Weiland
Sincere condolences to Doug and the whole Blais family. You were so lucky to have had a Mom and wife like Pat. Vern and I knew Pat & Doug in Borden – especially the the golf club – I worked, golfed, laughed and attended a couple of the kids weddings.
It has been a cherished friendship that has lasted over many years.
Rest In Peace Pat – you had a great run!!!
shirley boyle
Doug, Deepest sorrow goes out to you and your children. Know that cherished memories of
Pat will never fade. They will come back to you while watching your grandchildren dance, smile,
giggle or perhaps the way they would walk fast and leave you watching.
Take Care.
Shannon Chelack
Dear Doug & Family,
May you cherish the love and memories that you had with your dear wife, mother and grandmother. May Grandma Jo and Pat have a great golf game up in heaven. May she rest in Peace with the choirs of angels.
Wendy and Trefor
Our heartfelt condolences to the Blais family. We consider ourselves to be extremely fortunate to have had the pleasure of Pat’s charm and wonderful character inspire us in life. A truly beautiful and blessed woman. Thank you Pat, we will miss you. All our love and thoughts to the Blais family.
Wendy and Trefor
Lorraine
I have many fond memories of Pat, of course her signature margarita’s which she loved to share, and adding much laughter over the time of visiting. Also her and Doug’s homemade wine, always plenty of bottles handed out. She had a wonderful way of always taking the time to listen, smile back and never judge. She will be sadly missed, rest in peace Pat ❤
Jeanine
To the Blais family, I am so sorry about the loss of your wife/mother. Pat’s warm heart and quick wit will be sorely missed. What a beautiful legacy she has left. RIP
Tammy
My sincere condolences to Sue, Barb, and the rest of the Blais family.
I always enjoyed when I got to visit with your mom. Such a lovely lady.
I will always think of your mom when I have a frozen Margarita. She made them the best!
Rhonda
Blais Family our condolences. Your mom was the sweetest lady around. I’ll never forget her kindness. Torsten and I feel lucky to have spent time with her.
Rest in Peace
Torsten and Rhonda Mueller
Paulin Vaillancourt
So sorry for your loss Doug and family. Know that we are thinking of you all at this time.