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SEAN PATTON
Born: Nov 20, 1946
Date of Passing: Jan 30, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySEAN PATTON It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Sean Patton, 66 years old on January 30, 2013 beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Sean was born November 20, 1946 in Winnipeg to parents John and Frieda. He attended school in Winnipeg and growing up was a regular at Falcon Lake where he spent many happy summers. He also played hockey and made lasting friendships that continued right up until his passing. He was blessed with 3 children; John, Erin and Shaena. Whether at the hockey rink, on the soccer field or at the dance studio, Sean was a devoted dad and the kids could always count on him to be there for them. Sean married Karen Niskala in December 1988 and this began a new phase of Sean's life. A hard worker for many years, Sean retired and became a stay at home parent shortly after Tara, his youngest child was born. Retired, but still very active, Sean was employed by the Winnipeg Free Press for over 20 years, and as Tara grew up he continued his ways of being a hands-on-parent. Never absent from the hockey rink or soccer field when Tara was playing, Sean and Karen could be counted on at every game. Sean volunteered his time, his passion for sports and love of life with all of his four children and these memories and attributes he shared will continue on in them and their children for years to come. Trips to Mexico will be missed, as this was a regular vacation of Sean, Karen and his children. He kept in touch with his kids, whether they lived here in Winnipeg or out in Ontario. The kids will miss his regular phone calls. He loved his Philadelphia Flyers, Green Bay Packers and was a devoted fan of the Olympics. Over Christmas break, Sean could be found glued to the television watching the Canadian Juniors. Sean is survived by his loving wife Karen, sons John and Erin and daughters Shaena (Dan) and Tara. Mother-in-law Alice Niskala and grandchildren Ryan, Jayden, Jessica, J.J., Lauren, Sydney, Riley and Jeorgia, numerous friends as well as his dog Billy and Tara's dog Rascal. Sean was a pet lover and would often be seen driving around with one of the dogs in his car. We know that everyone has their own special memories with Sean as he made an impact on each one of us with his kindness and love for life. A straight shooter, he spoke direct and from the heart. One always knew exactly where they stood with Sean. The family has planned a Celebration of Life to be held at the Prince Edward Legion on Brazier and Trent at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2013. Sean's favourite pizza and beer will be there and we know he would love to have everyone come out and have a beer in his honour. Gone, but not forgotten.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 05, 2013
Condolences & Memories (18 entries)
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You won’t ever be forgotten. - Posted by: Cindy (Friend) on: Jul 02, 2024
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I would like to thank everyone for your condolences and for sharing your stories and memories of my dad. It's stories and memories that will keep my dad alive forever in our hearts. I know that there are many people who have lots of stories about my dad and I would like to ask you to share them with me. I love hearing about him and remembering him so full of life. tarapatton3@hotmail.com - Posted by: Tara Patton (Daughter) on: Mar 21, 2013
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Sincere condolences Karen & Tara and Sean's family. We shared many memories and laughs thru the years. God Bless you! Judy and Gary - Posted by: Judy and Gary Holden (friends) on: Mar 07, 2013
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My sisters & I were so sorry to hear of Sean's sudden passing. Sean was a dear friend of my father who also passed this year. The 2 of them were trouble together! Sean and my dad were both a little nuts, they would throw one back and laugh until their bellies ached. I'll never forget during one of my visits from Seattle having to leave my dad's home and check into a hotel for some sleep because my dad & Sean were so rowdy and laughing so hard that I couldn't get a moment of rest. Sean will be fondly remembered. God bless him and his entire family. - Posted by: Michelle Jewell (Friend) on: Mar 05, 2013
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Gwen and I were truly saddened to learn of the passing of Sean. Sean and I met at Falcon Lake when he was working at the stable and I was the milkman. We seemed to hit it off right away... Sean gave me some deals riding horses and I provided him free milk..... The Falcon Lake times were very, very special even if we did not know it at the time. We met up with Sean again in Swan River when he was working for a company selling medical supplies. Our friendship was renewed again and we had a lot of fun reminising about our misspent youth at Falcon Lake. One time Sean brought up this georgeous young lady by the name of Karen. Another wonderful friendship started even with the spillage of a beer in a couch... We moved to Whitehorse in the Yukon and Sean and Red paid us a visit with many more fond memories. We seem to have lost touch with Karen and Sean over the last several years but we often thought of our Winnipeg friends with a smile. Sean's passing has left a huge hole in our hearts. Sean was a great friend who would do anything for you. He is probably the only person I have ever met who could truly say: " I did it my Way"! We will miss you my friend. Sincere sympathies to Karen, Tara and the entire family. Gordon and Gwen Moffatt gmoffatt@northwestel.net - Posted by: Gordon & Gwen Moffatt (Friends) on: Feb 20, 2013
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Our condolences to Karen, Tara and Sean's family. - Posted by: Brad, Pat and Scott Childe (Friend) on: Feb 08, 2013
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Karen thinking of you and Tara and extending our deepest sympathy and condolences. Our hearts go out to you at this time. Love and hugs. Aunt Ellie and Lyla - Posted by: Ellie Pattison & Lyla Mobberley (Aunt & Cousin) on: Feb 06, 2013
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I met Sean over 45 years ago and although I have not seen him in quite a few years, he always has been and always will be a very special friend to me. One hell of a great guy is gone. My sincerest condolences to Sean's family. - Posted by: Shelley Produn (Friend) on: Feb 06, 2013
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Sean was a large part of soccer in North East Winnipeg. Having served with him on the NEWSA board and then at Phoenix I am proud to call him my friend. He was always willing to lend a hand when needed. Although he never agreed with my calls when I reffed his daughters soccer game, we were always able to laugh about it after. He will be missed by all that knew him. - Posted by: Ron Malech (Community Sports Soccer) on: Feb 06, 2013
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Met Sean a number of years ago at Soccer and when he came on the NEWS As executive he always answered the call and worked tirelessly at what ever was needed. He was always one of the best people I met through sports and I will always miss his honest and straight from the hip approach. My condolences to you Karen & Tara and rest of the family. - Posted by: Bill Massier (Executive at NEWSA & friend) on: Feb 05, 2013
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Sean was the softest hearted hard ass I ever knew. Many fond memories of golf at Kildonan, bummin a pizza at Chudseys after the round, canasta tournaments in his mother's basement. That was 45 years ago!!!! Last time I saw him was at Bob D's memorial. Glad we had time to reminisce. Wish I could be there to share one last beer and slice. My sincerest condolences to Sean's family. - Posted by: Bill McLean (Friend) on: Feb 05, 2013
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It breaks my heart to hear of the passing of my wonderful friend Sean. Karen and family - my heart goes out to you in your loss. I think back to younger years when we were all in school. Me and my friends hung out with Sean, Basil Crawford, Bob Dressel,and others too numerous to mention. Lots of great times together and of course will always remain in my memories. Sean was exactly one month younger than me which makes me realize just how fragile life is. I send my condolences to Karen, Tara, John, Erin and the rest of the family. May God give you the strength you need during this very sad time. Hold on to your memories as will I. - Posted by: Sigrun Mulligan (Ferguson) (Friend) on: Feb 05, 2013
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Sean was my Dad's half-brother, and I remember him as a kid growing up in Winnipeg. He was the "cool" uncle who was known to everyone in E.K. Reconnected two years ago when I was doing some "family history" and spent an hour or so catching up. He was straightforward and genuine. Not a common combination. My condolences to his entire family. - Posted by: Gord Patton (Extended Family) on: Feb 05, 2013
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We first got to know Sean when he coached the Bronx park girls soccer team and they used to regularly beat the !@#$ out of East St. Paul. Always a rough around the collar kind of guy Sean always put a lot of personal time and effort into community sports - something we always admired. We haven't seen, nor had occasion to talk with, Sean in a long time and we were all saddened to hear of his passing earlier today. Our condolences to Karen, Tara and Sean's family. - Posted by: Brad, Arlene & Devon Ireland (Community Sports) on: Feb 05, 2013
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Direct and from the Heart so true, contronted Sean was the way we met, but developed mutual respect and co-coached and served on NEWSA executive together and worked side by side at many soccer events and functions, he will truly be missed by many. My thoughts go out to Karen and Tara. - Posted by: Terry Neplyk (soccer coach, and executive at NEWSA) on: Feb 05, 2013
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Our condolences to you Karen, Tara and the rest of the family. - Posted by: Janice & Wally S (friend of Karen) on: Feb 05, 2013
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I will miss our face to face nattering at each other whenever we got together. I will have to re-pay the $20.00 dollars that he loaned me the last time we met that was required to keep me in beer so that we could keep our last nattering session going. My sincerest condolences to Karen, Tara and all of Sean's family and close friends. (Karen, remind me to give you that $20 when we meet again.)Sean will never be forgotten unless,of course, I lose my mind and forget everyone. - Posted by: Donnie Colvin (Friend) on: Feb 05, 2013
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Doug and I knew Sean through soccer with his daughter Tara, first with NEWSA and then with Phoenix. Sean volunteered with youth soccer in the North East area and contributed to the sport on many levels. God bless the family with many happy memories. - Posted by: Doug and Donna Leeies (Community sports - soccer) on: Feb 05, 2013