Obituary of Pat Chisholme

Chisholme, Patricia Roy (Pickrell) At the age of 96, Pat died August 12th 2020 after a brief stay at Woodhall Long Term Care, Brampton. Beloved Mom to Linda Howell (Rob), Judy Stuve (Craig), and Grant (Martha). Loving Granny to Liane, Sara, Garth, Kira, Lisa, Garett and Brieta; and dear Great Granny to Charmaine, Holly, Maya, Charlotte, Lincoln, and Grayson. Born in Montreal, Pat moved to Toronto after marriage in 1946, to Gordon, who predeceased her in 2007. Pat was a swimmer, teacher and Veteran. She was tasked with setting up the swim program for the mentally and physically challenged (Beverley Street School) for the TDSB. She also had the honour of being Canada’s swim coach at the early Special Olympics.Family and friends will fondly remember Pat for her generosity, great sense of humour and love of family and friends. A Celebration of Life Service will be planned at a later date due to Covid precautions. Donations in her memory can be made to Diabetes Canada or Special Olympics.