PATRICK EDWIN PAUL MOWBRAY

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PATRICK EDWIN PAUL MOWBRAY January 26, 1982 - May 17, 2003 It is with deep sadness that the family of Patrick Mowbray announces his accidental death at the age of 21 years, in a motor vehicle accident near Oak Bluff, MB on Saturday, May 17, 2003. Patrick was born in Carman, MB and grew up in Roland. Patrick is survived by his parents Doug and Diane (Moulden) Mowbray and his baby sister Erin, age 19 of Roland; grandparents, Eunice Mowbray Ireland, Gwen and Paul Moulden; aunts and uncles, Lynn and John Blatta, Douglas Moulden, David Moulden and Paula Henry, Donald and Margarete Moulden; cousins, Jim Blatta, his partner Sonya Muraro, Jims children Kate, Sarah and Jared and their mom Elaine Martineau, David Blatta and Terry Lynn McPhee with their daughters Kristen, Jessica, Rachelle and Nicole, Davids children Alex and Danny Moulden, Dons children Ceilidh, Declan and Kate Moulden; great aunts, Muriel Smith and cousins Marta, Elaine, Carolyn, Cathy and families, Gwen Williams and cousins Art, Bev, Joyce and families, Margaret Weir and cousin Diane Weir of Comox, BC. Patrick was predeceased by his grandfather Edwin Ed Mowbray, step-grandfather Cliff Ireland, great uncles, Murray Smith and Gordon Weir and cousin Margaret (Williams) Congdon. Patrick was a student at the University of Manitoba for the past two years and had just started summer employment planting trees in Dryden, ON for PRT (Pacific Regeneration Technologies Inc). Patrick graduated from Miami Collegiate, Miami MB in 2000. He was Student Council President and chosen Valedictorian. He received awards for leadership, extra-curricular activities and community service, also excellence in sports and academics. Patrick was well liked and respected and had many friends. A close friend reminiscing appreciated his gentle spirit and calming influence and described him as a gentle giant, sensitive and compassionate toward others. His friends were very important to him. He was also known as Pat and Paddy. Always involved, he played volleyball and badminton at school, coached by his Phys Ed Teacher - Dad. He played hockey in Roland, Miami, and Manitou. Patrick attended Nursery School with Mary Hewitt and Wee Care Child Centre with Fern Kerr, both in Carman. Kindergarten to Grade 6 was at Roland Elementary School. He attended Sunday School at Roland United Church. As a member of Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers with Myrtle-Roland, he enjoyed campouts, hikes, canoeing, Klondike Days, selling popcorn, jamborees, serving and later graduating to flipping pancakes at the Roland Pumpkin Fair. He took part every year in the Remembrance Day Ceremonies in Roland and later volunteered his services as a Venturer at Jamborees in Saskatchewan and PEI., all along with his long-time Scout friend David Driedger. In the photo, Patrick is Best Man at Davids wedding. Patrick was a very important part of his little sisters life. He was and will always be a great influence in her life. Whether it was music or movies, Patrick influenced her tastes with some exceptions of course (Buffy and Lord of the Rings). Patrick was a loving and protective brother who cared a lot about his little baby sis. He was always there for her with strong gentle arms, which always gave a protective yet comforting embrace. The fun times (as well as the squabbles) will always be remembered. Patrick was the most amazing brother anyone could have and Erin knows how lucky she is. He will always be looking over her as he has done since the day she was born. His parents Doug and Diane are grateful for the 21 precious years with him, if only it could have been a little longer. The Driedgers and Nordquists will miss Patrick as their own. The family is so thankful for the kindness and support of so many people. Special thanks to Morden and Headingley RCMP, Carol Youngson RN, Ed and Joan Driedger, Chuck Ross our minister and Ken Buchanan of Doyles; Erins constant friends Sandy Leishman and Mike Haberoth and all her friends for being there for her, and to Patricks special friend Heather Lawson. We extend our thoughts and prayers to Patricks close buds Aaron Nordquist and Marcel Greaves and friend Kyle McEwan who were involved in the same accident and are recovering in hospital. Our condolences to the family of the other driver who also died. A service of remembrance and celebration of Patricks life will be held on Saturday, May 24, at 2:00 p.m. at the Roland United Church, Roland with Chuck Ross officiating. Interment to follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Roland. If desired, memorial donations may be sent to MADD - Mothers Against Drunk Driving, 586 River Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0E8 or to Miami School, Miami, MB. ROG 1H0 for a Scholarship to be set up in Patricks name. Love is the one thing that death cannot take, Love is the one bond that nothing can break, For Love is a cord that time cannot sever Yes, love is eternal, Love is forever. Doyles Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 23, 2003