PATRICIA LOUISE SELLERS

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

• I just now saw this post, time never really makes the loss of a dear friend feel any better. I think of Trish often, every time I look at the fridge because that’s where our picture hangs of all our adventures. This obituary was so beautifully written and described exactly who I knew her to be. I experienced all those sides to her. I will never forget our river floats. Going paddling and Mister jumping out going for swims making you a worried dog mom. Going camping at hanging rock state park. Trish always had this keen sense of direction lol. Helping you be the DIY installing electrical outlets in your house I was so scared we were going to get electrocuted lol. We attempted to make homemade bread together hoping that it would come out like your mothers. I thought it was amazing Trish’s standards had been made a little high by her mothers so she was happy with it. She taught me how to make the most special cookies and would always gift me a jar of canned goods as long as I promised to bring back the jar lol. We also met the North Carolina senator together at a coal ash meeting Trish was helping to get it removed from the lumber river. She was also over the lumber river conservation and convinced me to volunteer with her because it would be an adventure for sure and anything with her was an adventure. I hated deer meat every since I was a small kid. Trish said there was no way I disliked it. She convinced me that I had a bad experience because the meat had not been prepped properly. She asked that I allow her to help change my mind and made me the juiciest best burger I had ever eaten. I have so many memories of her from the beginning as her student when she told me I was a superior student because I made 98-100 on ever assignment and test. She made me fall in love with her science especially with the class she created at UNCP call field Microbiology. We would go out and collect water samples and identify all the organisms (phytoplankton). The day she found out her cancer had came back she called my cousin and I for a visit. We went to the winery cypress vineyards right down from her place. Trish busted out some belly dancing moves she had learned from a DVD. It was the most fun I ever had on a dance floor. The next day she broke news to us. I cried for the 4th time in my life and she hugged me telling me everything would be alright when it probably should have been the other way around. I just couldn’t imagine a life where my now close friend didn’t exist. I still drive by her old place on the way to my doctor office visits and it feels like she could still live there just away visiting Canada and that’s exactly how I choose to think of it. Until we meet again Trish I will love you forever and cherish the most beautiful gift you ever gave me - our time on this earth and the most beautiful friendship. - Posted by: Will (Former Student/Close friend) on: Apr 27, 2021

• To Trish's family and friends, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I have so many warm memories of Trish from our school days in Lac du Bonnet. She was a truly kind soul, who was always eager to help others in any way possible. I hope you find some comfort in knowing what an enduring legacy that she has left in her work and in the many acts of kindness along the way. - Posted by: Peggy Yuill (Sarapu) (Freind) on: Dec 22, 2017

• I'm so sorry to hear the passing of Patricia. She was a good friend in high school. We lost touch for many years and alot of people do as we go about our lives. Eight years ago I planned a well needed 25th Class reunion. What a night to remember. Trish was so excited to see everyone she couldn't stop jumping up and down and clapping her hands. A memory I will always cherish. I was always so proud of what she had accomplished in life. Her jersey still hangs in the school gym when her basketball team won the Varsity Girls Provincial Championship. I can't imagine the loss your family must feel. Bless you Trish. - Posted by: Marilyn stewart (school friend) on: Dec 20, 2017

• Trish, my sweet sister.....I miss you a lot! I am so thankful you asked me to be such a big part of the last year of your life. It allowed me to share in your pain and frustration of your disease and be a support where I could. I was also given the opportunity to work closely with Trish this last summer as she tirelessly worked to help bring data together to assist in a remediation solution to the contaminated waters of the Wagaboon River, a fight for the people of Grassy Narrows community that has taken way to long. It is hard to think that the last trip we took was early September....cool weather and in her usual fashion (forgetful at times) she forgot her toque, so used her tights as a head wrap....dad would be proud of the ingenuity! There is a hole in my heart for the days that we will not be able to share anymore, but I also know she would want us to truck on and enjoy the small things in life. We picked wild mushrooms for the first time this year, and lived to tell the story...went on drives, portaged over beaver dams, picked one of her favorite flowers to press , the prairie smoke, watched and marveled at the stunning sunsets here on the prairies. Rest well, my sweet, honest, giving, loving, funny, creative sister, I will see you again, we can plan that last canoe trip we did not get to take :) - Posted by: Pamela Lorraine Sellers (Sister) on: Dec 11, 2017

• Patricia and I became friends in Grade One. Our class was going to the skating rink and I had my older brother’s hand-me-down brown skates. I looked at the room full of my peers, all holding white shiny figure skates and was embarrassed. I might have been crying. Patricia very boldly and loudly declared her love of ‘boy’ skates and further added her desire to own a pair. Friendship formed. Up for anything and insatiably curious, Patricia and I shared many laughs and experiences over the years including first legal time in a bar, wading through mud at the folk festival, and so much more. My favourite memory of Patricia is our canoe trip taken when she was working on her doctorate at the Experimental Lakes. Each on the cusp of new direction in our lives, we spent a beautiful weekend lazily canoeing and swimming, filled with endless conversation about anything and everything. So sad to know she has left this world so soon. Sincerest condolences to family, friends and co-workers. Hope your memories of Patricia help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Monique Gendre (Friend) on: Dec 11, 2017

• I miss you my compassionate and passionate friend. I am incredibly sad that I can never see you, hug you and talk and laugh with you again. Your love and commitment to Mother Earth was awe inspiring! You honoured me with your friendship. Loving you forever, Karen and Jim - Posted by: Karen Wastasecoot (friend) on: Dec 10, 2017

• When I think about my Aunty Trish, I don’t just think about her canoeing on the lake, and the fun times we shared portaging across the islands in the rain. My mind takes me back much further to when I was just a little girl and the time Aunty Trishie made me a batch of her special white fudge as a treat. I still remember the perfect little squares nicely placed in the tin. Why this stuck with me so much I’m not sure, but the fudge was so tasty and it felt like it was made especially for me. I’m sorry you had to leave us so soon Aunty. I was so proud of you and your accomplishments. I send my condolences to my grandmother, my mother, and my aunts and uncles who have lost a sister and friend. - Posted by: Pamela Edwards (Niece) on: Dec 09, 2017

• I had the pleasure of working with Patricia in the early stages of her amazing career. She always brought smiles and warmth to co-workers and students. My condolences to all her family and friends. - Posted by: Patt Larcombe (Former Co-Worker) on: Dec 09, 2017

• The world has lost a brilliant and charming young woman, she pursued her dream of trying to improve the earth.Why such a wonderful person has been taken is the question that is asked over and over. Patricia's idea for a party was amazing and truly a way to celebrate her life. I have fond memories of being at Patricia's home as a child, enjoying the outdoors, and my aunts great baking. Condolences to Patricia's mum and siblings and everyone who had the opportunity to know her. Jan & Al Necsefor - Posted by: Jan Necsefor (Cousin) on: Dec 09, 2017