March 23, 1929 – August 30, 2011
Surrounded by her children, Patricia passed peacefully at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. She was 82 years old. Pat was born in Yorkton, Saskatchewan to parents Frank & Anne Dicker.
Pat was very industrious in the world of business and was very creative & passionate about whatever she took on. She loved nature and animals, especially the ocean, whales, and elephants! Pat was an avid reader and loved to cook & was excellent at it! Most of all Patricia loved her family, and a get together. She will be truly missed by all!
Patricia is predeceased by Fred Dicker(brother), Betty Short(sister), and Sharon Brown(daughter).Her brother Bill Dicker(Peggy) lives in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Fred Dicker’s wife Shirley Dicker lives in Edmonton. Betty Short’s husband Hal Short lives in Toronto, Ontario.Patricia is survived by her children who loved her very much, Craig Willey(Eileen), Kevin Willey, Shannon Willey, Shawn Dearin, Tricia Willey.Patricia had nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren whom she adored!
A “Celebration of Life” will be held on Saturday, September 17 at Christian Fellowship Centre, 825 Village Way, Qualicum Beach (1:30 - 3 pm)
In lieu of flowers, any donations can be made in Patricia’s name to the Palliative Care Ward at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.