PATRICK GRANT LAIDLAW

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PATRICK GRANT LAIDLAW It is with overwhelming sorrow that we announce the passing of Pat on Sunday, September 16, 2007 at the age of 50. He will be deeply missed by his wife Jo-Ann, children, Reid and Laura, mother Ethel, brother Gary (Jan Perchal). In-laws, Al and Doreen Gusdal and the Gusdal family: Dean, Brad and Kim, Guy and Rina, Jason and Regan and Jane and Howard Koop. He will also be missed by close family friend Barb Lawton and his long time friend Bob Mclenaghan. Pat was predeceased by his dad, Bud in November 1982. Pat was born April 4, 1957, raised in Fort Garry and Fort Richmond and attended Fort Richmond Collegiate. He furthered his education at RRCC and attained his PMAC designation. Over the last 30 years he was employed by several companies including, Versatile Mfg. Arctic Cat, Lund Boats, Northland Superior and most recently was purchasing manager for Ancast Industries. Pat loved every summer spent at Victoria Beach during his earlier years and later in life one of his most favourite spots was the Gusdal cottage at Vermillion Bay, ON, where he enjoyed boating and fishing. He was very proud of Reid and Laura. He especially loved watching them play hockey and rarely missed a game. Pat also enjoyed playing hockey Saturday nights with the Silsat oldtimers. Over the years Pat enjoyed teasing and entertaining his nieces and nephews: Colin, Allison, (Matt Wieler), Matt, Brittany, Tanner, Erik, Hayley, Sean, Lydia, Miyuki, Shantel, Logan, Skylar and Rane, and they all have special memories of his antics. He will truly be missed by all his extended family and friends. As per Pat's wishes cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held at: Fort Garry United Church, 800 Point Rd. on Tuesday, September 25 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to: VOYAGE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM FAMILY OWNED OPERATED 220 Hespeler Ave @ Henderson Hwy 668-3151

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 22, 2007