Peacefully, at LHSC-University Hospital, London on Sunday, July 3, 2011 of Middlesex Centre at age 81. Beloved husband of Bernice (DeBlock) Crunican. Dear father of Anne, Peter and Lisa, Barbara and Daniel Steeper, Philip and Brenda and Alphonse and Deborah. Dear grandfather of Matthew and his fiancée Natalie, Sara and Loretta Steeper; Gregory, Lucas and Colleen Crunican; Emily, André, Grace and Caitlin Crunican. Dear brother of Joan and Pat White. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sister Jane Crunican and brothers Father Paul Crunican and Gerard Crunican and his wife June. Pat lived his entire life on the family farm. He was both Chairman of the St. Patrick’s Cemetery Board and served as Trustee on the London-Middlesex Catholic School Board for over 20 years.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church, Lucan on Wednesday, July 6th at 11 AM with Father Dariusz Lewandowski celebrant. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery. Parish prayers will be said in the funeral home Tuesday afternoon at 4 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Ruth M Murphy(Morkin)
Bernice
Please accept my condolences on the death of Pat. He made a great contribution to the community and especially to St Patrick’s Parish. I remember that he was always smiling and had a kind word for everyone. How we enjoyed those beautiful apples when we were growong up on the farm! I especially remember your heartfelt sympathy when my mom died. God bless you and your family.
Judy White
Dear Aunt Bernice, Anne, Peter, Barb, Phil and Alph and all your families,
It was with such great sadness to hear of Uncle Pat’s passing from our world. I loved Uncle Pat – his sweet, gentle and kind person always brought joy to me and I can only imagine how he did that every day for his family and friends around him. Our world is a little less brighter without him right now. But I know the great legacy that he has left in his family and farm will continue that light.
For my Mom, Joan White, I know it has been so hard to lose her last brother and sibling but what a great life he led and what love he has left behind. May you find comfort in knowing that.
Our love and deepest condolences,
Judy, Michael, Daniel, Ciaran and Michael John
Lapointe Family
We just learned about the death of our cousin Patrick Crunican. We are the Lapointe from Quebec, Therese, Jacqueline, Gaston and Jean and would like to offer our codolences to the family. We did communicate more often when we were younger, and keep a good souvenir of Patrick.
Jacqueline Lapointe Bérubé
Dear Bernice and family
My deapest condoleances for the lost of your Patrick. I have learn the new just today by Denise Bourbeau. I remember going at your place with friends on a camping trip. Tante Lucienne was visiting you. Pat and you were so kind It is a good souvenir.
Jacqueline
Paula and Is LaPorte
Barb and Dan, Matt, Sara and Loretta,
Isidore and I send you our thoughts and prayers. It is very hard to lose a parent. As you know I lost my Mom on Tuesday…
I read a poem today that ends with …” ….when you hear the words..” He is gone”….. there are others who are watching them coming….Other voices take up the glad shout “Here He comes!”…. and it gave me a bit of ..peace
Matt and Nat have had a hard week losing Grandparents… and I look forward to Saturday , as I know you do….so we can celebrate a new beginning, with them,
I know what you’re going through…..hugs to all
Paula and Is LaPorte
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Mike & Jo Anne Dewan
Bernice & Family – We remember Pat’s smile and intelligence and commitment to Catholic education. It was always great, meeting him on one of our brief visits to Lucan. My memories extend back to visits to the gas station, and its’ apples, with my uncle Hugh Toohey. It was always like coming to see an old friend. Our condolence’s to all the family at this time. Mike & Jo Anne Dewan Stratford.
Marion Hodgins
To Bernice & Family
I was so sorry to learn of Pat’s passing but am sure he now resides in a place prepared for him by our heavenly Father. He had a beautiful smile and a wonderful spirit . He made this world a brighter and better place.
My warmest thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time.
JOE & MARILYN DEWAN STRATFORD ON
Bernice & Family. Sorry for loss Time will pass but the vgood times never will They are for ever God Bless Joe &Marilyn Dewan
Allen & Julie Rollings
Our deepest sympathies to your families.
Ted Beernink
My sincere condolence to the Crunican family on Patrick’s passing.
I spoke with Pat many times while I was employed at London Shell Marketing Plant.
Ted Beernink
Jim and Linda Ferguson
Alphonse, Deb and Family:
You and your family are in our thoughts and hearts during this sad time.
With our love,
Linda, Ferg and Family
Don & Bonnie Froats
Bernice: Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time, Keep the pleasant memories from the past in your heart.
Diane Elston
Bernice and Family.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Pat. Bernice , you and Pat were among the first to welcome me back into the area when I returned and always had a kind word to say. Pat will be missed. Sincere sympathy and prayers to all of your family,
Diane
Mary O'Shea
Thinking of you all in this time of loss. I will remember Pat during the apple picking days in the orchard and our good visit we had at Parkwood Hospital. Deepest Sympathy to you and your families.
Carol (Young) & Al Hutcheson
Bernice & family:
Sorry to hear of Pat’s death. He was a great guy and so friendly wiht everyone.
Sincerely
Carol & Al Hutcheson
Rob and Donna Crncich and family
Dear Crunican Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Pat. We will always remember him as such a kind and happy man, and our children will always remember good times at the farm riding the tractor and choosing pumpkins for Halloween. Our sincerest sympathy to the family.
With love from Rob, Donna, Ben and Lauren Crncich
Barry and Lynn Rawlings
Barb and Dan
Sorry to read the passing of your dad. Its a sad time when you loose a parent. I remember meeting your parents on the farm many years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heather Robson
Anne and family
Anne, so sorry for the loss of your Dad. My deepest sympathy to you and to your family. I know that this is a difficult time for you, we are never ready to say goodbye to those we love. I was unable to find an address for you to mail a card. Hoping that time will help ease your loss. You will have so many memories to hang on to and cherish. I think of you and our time back in school often, especially when I drive by your family home! Hope you are well . Take care, Heather (Dunham) Robson
Marleen Crowley
Bernice and Family:
Wanting to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat was definitely a man to look up to in more ways than one and touched the lives of many.
You have such a wonderful family. Thinking of you.
Marleen Crowley and family
Suzanne Grigg
Bernice and Family,
May I express my sympathy to all of you who deal with the passing of this beautiful human being. Such a wonderful man who, over the years, touched the lives of so many in our community. God bless and give you strength to deal with the missing of him and may you remember him fondly for all of the goodness and love he brought to you.The world is a brighter place because of Pat Crunican,
With love,
Suzanne Grigg
The Webb Family
To Alf, Deb, and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Although we did not know your father Alf, we have had the pleasure of knowing you, and your kindness and strength of character are a reflection of the values that he helped instill in you. I am sure he will be sorely missed and happily remembered.
Paul, Nicole, Emma, Leah, Hana, & Myah
Bonnie Manders
Bernice and Family – my sincerely sympathy – thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bonnie
John & Janice Toonders
Aunt Bernice, we were saddened to hear of Uncle Pat’s sudden passing. Please accept our sincere condolences in this difficult time. To Anne, Peter, Barb, Philip and Alph, take comfort and strength in the memories you had with each other and I certainly have fond memories of your dad on both the 15th farm and in the big house on the highway.
Niece Janice and John Toonders
Williamsburg, Ontario
Ted and Helen Toonders
Dear Bernice and All the children
Ted and I would like to bring you all our deepest sympathy for the loss off you husband father and grandfather.
Our prayers are with all off you this trying time.
may God Bless you and keep you strong and carry you in the palm
off his hands.
with regards Helen and Ted
Dave and Belle Anne Luce
Bernice and Family,
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your
family in this time of grief. The following poem seems appropriate.
His smiling way and pleasant face;
Are a pleasure to recall.
He had a kindly word for each;
And died beloved by all.
Some day we hope to meet him;
Some day we know not when;
To clasp his hand in the better land;
Never to part again.
Jim & Betty deBlock
Aunt Bernice and family,Jim and l send our sincere thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.Now to cherish a life time of wonderful memories. Betty & Jim
Hubert and Joan Dietrich
Our deepest sympathy goes to Bernice and their families, sorry we cannot be with you at this time, but will share memories and old times at later date, thinking and praying for you. Hubert and Joan Dietrich
Dave Hartman
Dear Bernice
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family as you struggle through the grief and sadness. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dave & Michele
John & Mary Walls
Bernice;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. There will be many great memories to cherish.
John & Mary Walls & Family
campbell a tillie
i am very sorry for your loss bernice and family—i always considered pat a mentor and friend—the world has a bit less light in it with his passing—godspeed pat-godspeed—cam tillie
Bill & Marilyn Hack
Bill & Marilyn Hack says:
Bernice and Family, we offer you our sincerest sympathies to you at this time of great loss. Pat’s gentle and easy going demeanor was an example to each of us. His life was a life lived well. Thanks for the good example Patrick.
Sincerely,
Bill & Marilyn
Sheila & James Phipps
Dear Mrs. Crunican & family:
We were saddened to read that
Mr . Crunican had passed away.
We shall always appreciate the care and kindness you both showed to James when his car was totalled ouside your property that wiinter years ago.
May God Bless and keep you all.
Sincerely,
James & Sheila Phipps
Doug & Hazel Anderson
A big bear hug from Pat would make me feel good for the rest of the day. He will be missed so much. Our love to all of you.
James Judy and Meghan Trainor
Peter and Lisa and all of the Crunican family
Please accept our sincere sympathy at this time.
We are very sorry to hear of Mr. Crunican’s passing.
Love
James Judy and Meghan
'Teacher' Lori Kraul
So sad to hear of Pat’s passing. Pat leaves a great heritage as you have all been a blessing in my life. He passed on his kind and gentle spirit to each of you. May God’s Love and Peace be your comfort at this time. Hebrews 13:5-6 …God has said, “Never will I
leave you; never will I forsake you.” So we say with confidence,
“The Lord is my helper.” Praying for you all.
Much love, Teacher Lori
Ray & Sue Heffernan
Bernice and Family, Our Deepest Sympathy on your loss, Pat was a” Great Guy”, he always had a friendly smile, he will certainly be missed.
Sincerely, Ray & Sue
Crook Family
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this difficult time.
Friends of Alf & Deb
Love from Jason, Claire, Bryson & Justin
Carole Nunns
Dear Bernice,
I was sorry to hear of Pat’s death and my heart goes out to you and all of your family.
He will be missed by all who knew him as a kind and thoughtful man. Carole
Bobbye VanPraet
Please accept our very deepest sympathy on the death of your husband Pat, he will be missed by many.
Jim and I send kind thoughts and sympathy to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Bobbye VanPraet
Jim Perry
Doug and Dianne Regier and family
Love and prayers with you all at this difficult time.
Josephine Pepe
I’m so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept my deepest condolences. Love, Josephine
Gwen Lupton-Chusroskie
To The Family Of Patrick Crunican: May The Unconditional Love That He Had For Each And Everyone Of You….Be Forever Etched In Your Hearts…. Love Gwen and Emily xoxo ….
Larry and Kelly Liddell
Bernice and Family
Our sincere sympathy and thoughts are with you and your family for the loss of Pat.
Larry, Kelly, Mikayla and Matilyn Liddell
Suzanne White
When I think of Uncle Pat I think….kindness, gentleness, absolutely no pretenses, a good man who knew what was important in life and appreciated it.
My Mother Joan’s loving brother….I am so sad for her loss. I know how much she and my Dad enjoyed visiting Uncle Pat and Aunt Bernice whenever they were up in London. I can hear them all laughing and telling stories and just grateful to be together as Family.
I am truly saddened to know I will not see Uncle Pat again on this earth but I know he is with God and at peace.
Aunt Bernice, Anne, Peter, Barb, Philip, and Alph, and all your families, you are all in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Suzanne
The Estrada Family
We still can’t believe that such a great man has now gone on from all of us to watch over from above. Pat was such a kind,soft spoken man,and always eager to chat and listen. As I look out from our house you should all be so proud of what a beautiful and successful business he created,surrounded by the beautiful blossoms each spring!!! Your Husband,Dad, and grandfather will be sadly missed by us all!
Doug & Nancy
Bernice, Annie, Pete, Phil, Barb, Alfie and Families
Dearest Friends my heart aches for each of you.
Losing someone we love is so difficult, even more so when it happens so quickly without warning.
I know how much, Pat meant to everyone in your family and in the community at large. He was such a kind considerate man. I feel like I too, have lost another dad.
I will miss his hugs and words of encouragement
Love and Prayers
Nance
John Gardner
Bernice and family
My deepest sympathies on hearing this news. Spending time with Pat was always one of my favorite things to do . There was always more to learn from Pat. He was always kind spirited and very supportive of my work. My Thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Gardner
Apple Specialist, OMAFRA retired
Vicky O'Brien
My sincere condolences to you all. love Vicky
Bob and Nancy Manning
Bernice and family:
Our thoughts are with you at this time. May the days and weeks ahead provide you with many opportunities to share the stories of Pat’s life with each other and to remember how important he was in your lives.
Lisa & Chris Wright & family
We are saddened by the loss of your Dad, Husband, Grandpa. May you feel comfort in the wonderful memories that you all share.
With our sincerest sympathies,
Lisa and Chris Wright & family.
Frank and Linda Loyens
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of a long-time neighbour and friend. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and we will miss seeing Pat checking the apple trees across the road. Much love to all of you.
Frank and Linda Loyens
Harry Hardy
Our Sincere Sympathy
Our Thoughts are with your Family.
I remember Pat through our High School Days.
Harry Hardy
Paul and Jane Van Bilsen
Bernice, Phil and Brenda…our thoughts are with you all. What a shock to hear of Pat’s death. I will always remember the apple advice at the store. He was the apple master..and Phil, I know he passed on all of his apple wisdom to you. He was a wonderful father to all his children, an excellent apple farmer, and the community will miss him…but not as much as you will. Hugs….
Shirley Hutchins (Hutch)
To my friend, Anne, and your Mom and the Crunican family. My sincere sympathy and condolences on the passing of your dear Father, Pat. You will miss him. In Sympathy, “Hutch”.
Dan and Pat Campbell
Bernice- Sorry to hear of the passing of Pat. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dan & Pat Campbell
John & Shirley Dykstra
Pat’s kind soul and giving spirit touched us all and will never be forgotten. Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
John, Shirley, Tom, Drake, Sophia, Angie, Bev, Don & Clayton
Angie Dykstra
“God took you in his loving arms
He saw you needed rest
His garden must be beautiful
For He only takes the best”
May you take comfort in knowing there is one more angel above us.
I’ll miss your hugs Pat,
Angie
Raymond Verschuere
Uncle Pat, you will be missed. Your manner throughout your life was exemplary. I didn’t know your middle name was Alphonsus. That explains many things. Your nephew- Raymond
Joe O'Neill
Bernice and Family,
Henrietta and I wish to express our sympathy at your loss of Pat here on earth. We take comfort knowing he is now in his heavenly home. Pat was always a good friend and neighbour.
Joe and Henrietta O’Neill
Leamington ON.