Peacefully at LHSC – University Hospital on Sunday, November 15, 2020 of Lucan-Biddulph Township, at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Fred Dobbs (2019). Cherished and loving mother of Fred Dobbs Jr. and Traci McKean-Dobbs of Clearview Township, and Rev. Patty Dobbs Luxton and Rev. Rob Luxton of London. Proud grandma of Sarah, Mark, Brook, and Boden. Predeceased by her parents Harry and Ethel (Hill) McLean, and her brother-in-law George Dobbs.
Pat graduated as a Registered Nurse from Guelph General Hospital, and went on to complete her Public Health speciality from the University of Western Ontario. She worked as a public health nurse in Huron County and London-Middlesex. Pat had a talent for singing and performed in the London Fanshawe Symphonic Chorus, and various church, and community choirs. Through her retirement, Pat enjoyed volunteering at the many different community events in Kincardine, including the Music Festival, and the Scottish Festival. She was an active member of the Kincardine branch of the Canadian Federation of University Women.
A private family graveside service will be held at St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan (519-227-4211).
Donations to Church of the Messiah, Kincardine or the Huron Church Camp would be appreciated by the family.
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Jerry and Bonnie Van Dyck
Our deepest condolences to Patty, Robb, Fred and families. We will always cherish the times we got together with Pat at family gatherings. You have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Janice McKean and Art Wiebe
Each Spring your Mum & Dad would come up the hill to the farm for the first rhubarb and asparagus.
We enjoyed many years of visiting with them “over the hedge” when we came down to the beach for a swim.
Your dad shared his fresh fish catches with us.
We miss them both–good neighbours and friends they were .
Jean Colling
It was with great sadness that I learned of Pat’s passing. I treasured her company on many occasions and was able to share with her her wonderful talent of singing.
Deb & Jim Hartley
Dear Patty, Rob, Sarah & Mark
We are so sorry for the passing of your Mother, Patty..Such a lovely photo of her. You will have many wonderful memories of happy times together.
Thinking of you all at this time..
Very fondly, Debbie & Jim (Hartley)
Monica Giorgini
Dear Patty,
Sending our condolences to you, Rob, Sarah and Mark on the loss of your mother. May special memories of her offer some peace as you celebrate her life.
Sincerely,
Monica & Mike Giorgini
Isabelle and John Biehn
Isabelle and I extend our condolences to Patti,Rob,Sarah and Mark.
We were not aware that Fred had passed, so belated condolences
for him as well. It’s been several years since we last saw them at
St. John’s and we’ve been sitting close to where they sat. We miss
them.
Joan greenlee
Our condolences are with the family. Pat was a great friend and helper to our family. Joan Greenlee and family.
Rev. Darrell Shaule
Dear Patty, Rob, Fred Jr, Traci and Families:
Your mom/gramdma was a very dear woman. She loved each of you, her friends and neighbours, life, work and her Lord. One thing I will never forget is In my visits with her when I closed in prayer, without fail she would also pray for me. God bless you as your grieve, mourn and celebrate her life and love.
Mary Moffatt
My sincere condolences to Pat’s family at this sad time. Pat loved her family dearly and was very proud of you.
Treasure the memories in your hearts.
Ron and Dianne McLean
We offer all of the family our deepest condolences. Pat will be missed by so many. We wish you all the very best!
MYRNA Mckinnon
Patti, Rob, Fred and family, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My sincerest condolences. My thoughts are with you and your families at this time.
Kate Monkand Doug Hocking
Our sincere condolences to you at this sad time. It was always a pleasure to see Pat and Fred. We appreciate all they contributed to our community, including the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority and Foundation.
Bryan Muzylowsky
Patti, Rob, Sarah, and Mark,
We would like to express our deepest condolences to your family over the passing of your mother Patti. Boy what a year. Sorry if we don’t make it to the funeral. Mom lost her brother in the summer and she’s been having quite the time coming to terms with it. It’s been quite a year for us all. My heart goes out to you. May she RIP and may you find peace in knowing that your Mom and Dad are both together in the Kingdom of our Heavenly father.
Cousin Judy, Ross and Bryan Muzylowsky
Phyllis & Fred Mommersteeg
Fred,Traci,Patty,Rob and families
We send our deepest condolences in the loss of your Mom and Grandmother,keep your memories close to you and know that we are thinking of you all at this difficult time.Our prayers are with you.Take good care of each other.
Fred & Phyllis Mommersteeg
Susan Robinson
Dearest Patty, Rob, Sarah and Mark. On behalf of your Old St. Paul’s family in Woodstock we send our deepest condolences and caring. We are thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember Pat, who was so close to you. May you celebrate her wonderful gifts and the love she had for all of you.
Janet Clarke
Dear Patty & family
It is hard to lose parents whom we loved deeply. Enjoy the wonderful memories.
Janet Clarke
Alice Preiditsch
Dear Patty, Rob, Sarah, Mark, Fred Jr., Traci, Brook and Boden
Bernie and I will always cherish the great memories at the cottage with your mom and dad! Our deepest sympathy at this time on the loss of your mother and grandmother Pat! Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers!
Love Bernie and Alice Preiditsch
Ralph and Eleanor Smith
We were so sorry to learn about Pat’s death. I have good memories of being neighbours when I lived on the Usborne-Biddulph Townline. We looked forward to Pat’s pictorial Christmas Card and note each year. Both Pat and Fred contributed much to the community. Please accept our sympathy. Ralph and Eleanor Smith
Lori Sims
Dear Fred Jr, Patty and Families:
Pat was a remarkable lady and we will always remember her tireless service to the Trivitt Anglican Church in Exeter.
We will always remember her annual solo on Christmas Eve. Pat and Fred were true community leaders and an inspiration to everyone they met. Our hearts go out to you at this sad time.
Lori for Edna and the Sims family
Sara Hall
Dear Patti,Rob, Sarah and Mark,
David and I, and all our family send you our condolences. Your mothe/ grandmother was a lovely, kind lady. As you remember, she and your dad hosted us at the Hawgs Breath when we visited Kincardine. We were having such a nice time, that the visit extended back at our rented cottage until around 5:00 pm. We never ran out of things ro talk about. She will be missed.
Wayne and Cheryl Carroll
To Fred, Traci ,Brook, and Boden and Patty, Rob, Sarah and Mark.
We wanted to extend our sincerest condolences on the loss of your mum. Wayne said he had known your Mum since 1956 and myself since 1970. Your Mum and Dad were always great neighbours. I enjoyed my visits with your mum and she always talked how proud she was of you all. You were so caring for all her needs and she truly appreciated everything you provided. She will be sorrowfully missed. The fourth of Biddulph will not be the same.
Blessings to you all. Wayne and Cheryl
Joyce Sovereign
DearFredJr,Patty and families
Sending my prayers and sympathy on the death of your Mom.
She was a long time customer of mine,did her hair for many years .
Together again with your Dad.🙏🏻
Mildred Northcott
Fred and Traci, Patty and Rob and families,
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother and grandmother. Cherish the beautiful memories you have shared over the years. Hugs!
Sincerely,
Mildred Northcott
Nancy Bol
Dear Patty, Rob, Sarah and Mark,
My sincere sympathy to you and your extended family. As you recall, your Mom and Grandma was a nursing colleague from the 1970’s when we worked at the Middlesex London Health Unit together. Although intermittent, our contacts over the years were highlighted by Pat’s delight in all of you. She was so proud of each of you and felt fortunate to be a part of your lives. Walking beside during this time of grief.
Love and hugs.
Sandra Mackenzie
I worked with your mom at the Middlesex-London Health Unit. I recall her smile and readiness to help anyone on the team. Also we welcomed her offers to hold staff gatherings at the family cottage. She was a generous woman.
Ray and Judy Mills
To the family of Pat Dobbs;
Please accept our very deepest sympathy at your loss. We did not know Pat well but certainly knew her as part of our community. She was highly thought of and anytime I spoke with her, it was always evident how much she loved her family. They seemed to be always foremost in her mind. I know the last year has not been easy for her, nor for her family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Rebecca Smith
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May love and light bring you through this difficult time.
Jane Cornett
Patty, Rob and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and grandma. Love, prayers and big hugs surround you!
An angel has been born❤️❤️
Kevin, Daphne, Jennie and Jory Bice
Patty, Rob, Sarah and Mark, we will keep you in our prayers. We remember your mom around the church on various occasions and she always seemed so uptempo and happy. There are a number of other connections with the Bice family – at Kincardine, of course, but also at St. James Cemetery where so many of the Bice Clan are buried. Huron Church Camp, too, connects us. We are honoured by the many ways we are linked.
Evelyne Rollings
Dear Patty, Rob, Sarah and Mark,I am so very sorry for the lost of your Mother and Grandmother, She certainly had many great accomplishment, in her lifetime. I remember your dad saying to me one day, how much she loved her music.
She also loved her fsmily vety much, a d was so proud of you.
Keep your many memories in your heart.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Evelyne
Steve Revington
To the Dobbs & Luxton Family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, grandmother. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Tammy Hawkins
Sorry to hear of your loss. Sharon Noble and family
Munjula Saito
Dear Patty and Rob,
Our hearts go out to you in your time of loss and to the rest of your family. May Gods peace and hearts fill your hearts.
With Love,
The Saitos
Warren and Marilyn
Oh Patty and Rob, we are so sorry for your loss. She was a very lovely lady and will be missed greatly. Cherish the fond memories. You are all in our thoughts and prayers! Hugs! Love, Warren and Marilyn